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Choosing Private Duty Services can be confusing and getting started is sometimes the hardest part! Let us help you begin by offering some important questions to ask when interviewing providers.

What is Private Duty care?
Private Duty care sometimes referred to as custodial care, is medical and non-medical care paid for privately. Medicare does not cover these services however today, many long term care insurance plans do. An individual does not need a physician’s order to initiate these services. Private duty can be companion services; such as transportation, light housekeeping and meal preparation or a higher level of care like a home health aide or nurse.

When will I know it is time to get help in my home?
One of the best reasons to ask for help is safety. Do you or your loved one feel unsafe living alone? Are you or your loved one having difficulty preparing food or bathing? Are you unable to manage your medications and take them as prescribed? Are you unable to safely get out to do your grocery shopping or errands? If you answered yes to just one of the above, it is probably time to look at getting some assistance.

With private duty services, will I be able to stay in my own home?
Yes. Private Duty services are available to help individuals stay at home for as long as possible, no matter where they live. With Nightingale Private Duty Nursing services can be scheduled for as little as two hours to 24/7. The office can be reached 24 hours a day.

How is my caregiver selected?
At Nightingale, we do an assessment of the client’s needs including medical information, personal interests and hobbies and a personality profile. This information helps Nightingale find the best fit for a caregiver for each individual.

Agency, Registry, or Private Caregiver?
At Nightingale Private Duty Nursing, we realize that findng an in-home caregiver is a highly personal decision. Ultimately, the best choice is the one with which you are most comfortable. However, here are some important things to consider before you commit:

What happens if your caregiver is ill and cannot fulfill their commitment? Is there back up available?
At Nightingale there is always a trained and ready back up available to fill in.

Has a thorough criminal background and driving check been done?
All employees of Nightingale are thoroughly screened and selected.

What about liability insurance? Who is responsible if the caregiver falls or is injured while on the job?
All Nightingale employees are covered by workers compensation, and liability insurances.

Has there been sufficient training for their job?
All Nightingale staff are trained, certified and licensed.

Does the agency provide RN supervision?
At Nightingale, we have a Director of Nursing and five RN’s on staff who oversee the medical needs of our clients.

What happens if I need to add hours to my schedule?
By using Nightingale, it is as simple as calling the office to let them know of your schedule change.

If I find I need more skilled care, do I have to start all over looking for a new provider?
A valuable benefit of using Nightingale is that it is one of many services provided by the VNA of the Treasure Coast to the residents of Indian River County. From companion services, to occupational/physical therapy to skilled nursing or hospice, by choosing Nightingale Private Duty Nursing you are a part of the whole system. No need to look further.