Skilled Nursing
Advanced Clinical Care, Right Where You Need It
Why Skilled Nursing at Home Matters
Our Skilled Nursing Services bring hospital-level clinical care directly to your doorstep — safely, compassionately, and under doctor guidance and nurse supervision.
Delivered by Registered Nurses, with regular inputs from physicians ,this service is ideal for patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic illness, or requiring consistent medical procedures at home.
Every nursing intervention follows a doctor-advised care plan, ensuring accuracy, safety, and continuity of treatment — all while promoting recovery and comfort in a familiar environment.
Skilled Nursing Services Offered
Wound Care and Dressing Changes
Regular dressing for surgical wounds, pressure ulcers, diabetic wounds, and injuries — monitored by nurses and reviewed under doctor supervision.
All Types of Injections (IM/IV/SC)
Safe administration of intramuscular, intravenous, and subcutaneous injections as per doctor’s prescription.
IV Cannulation
Insertion and management of intravenous lines for fluid or medication delivery, with sterile technique and nurse documentation for each session.
Subcutaneous Infusions
Administering prescribed medications or fluids into subcutaneous tissue — ideal for palliative or geriatric patients, under nurse supervision and doctor’s instruction.
Suture and Staple Removal
Clean and painless post-surgical stitch or staple removal with nurse precision and doctor-approved protocols.
Foley Catheter Insertion, Change, and Removal
Bladder management and hygiene maintenance following clinical assessment and doctor direction.
Ryles Tube Insertion and Care
Feeding or medication administration via nasogastric tube under nurse supervision and doctor’s order.
Suctioning for Respiratory Conditions
Clearing airway secretions in patients with respiratory challenges — coordinated with doctor and physiotherapist for airway safety.
Drain Emptying and Care
Monitoring and emptying surgical or abdominal drains, ensuring infection control and doctor follow-up on healing progress.
Suppository Insertion
Private, respectful administration of rectal medication with nurse oversight and medical approval.
Death Care
Respectful, hygienic post-death nursing care, including last rites preparation with clinical dignity and compassion.
Nursing Consultations
Routine assessments of vitals, symptoms, and patient progress, with reports shared to doctors for ongoing review.
Nebulization Support
Administering nebulizer treatments for respiratory issues (asthma, COPD) as per doctor’s advice.
Insulin Administration & Diabetes Care
Monitoring blood glucose, administering insulin, and educating families — all under nurse supervision and endocrinologist consultation when required.
Pain Management Support
Non-invasive nursing interventions and medication assistance following doctor-prescribed pain management plans.
Pressure Sore Prevention & Management
Positioning, skincare, and dressings to prevent or treat bedsores — planned in consultation with doctors and physiotherapists.
Oxygen Therapy Support
Assistance and monitoring of oxygen concentrators or cylinders for patients with breathing difficulties, following respiratory physician guidance.
Palliative Care Nursing Support
Symptom control, comfort measures, and psychosocial support delivered by nurses and supervised by palliative care doctors for terminally ill patients.
ICU at Home (Step-Down ICU Care)
Advanced Clinical Support, Right at Home – Because Recovery Deserves Comfort
At Guardian Angel Home Care, we understand that healing doesn’t always need to happen in a hospital. Our ICU at Home (Step-Down ICU) service is designed for patients who are stable enough to leave the intensive care unit but still require close monitoring, skilled nursing care, and advanced medical support.
This transitional care model bridges the gap between hospital and home, helping patients recover safely and comfortably in a familiar environment.
Our Step-Down ICU at Home is ideal for
- Post-ICU patients who are clinically stable but need close observation
- Patients recovering from major surgeries or severe illnesses
- Individuals with tracheostomy, ventilator, or oxygen dependency
- Neurological, cardiac, or pulmonary conditions requiring skilled monitoring
- Palliative care patients requiring complex symptom management
Key Features of Step-Down ICU at Home
- 24/7 Skilled Nursing Care – ICU-trained nurses with round-the-clock monitoring
- Doctor-on-Call & Care Coordination – Ongoing collaboration with physicians and specialists
- Cardiac & Respiratory Monitoring – Including ventilator support, suctioning, oxygen therapy
- Medication Management – IV infusions, injections, and pain management at home
- Hospital-Grade Equipment – Monitors, beds, infusion pumps, and more set up at home
- Holistic Recovery Focus – Physiotherapy, nutrition support, and mental wellness
Why Choose Guardian Angel’s ICU at Home?
- Compassionate, patient-centered care
- Reduces hospital readmission risk
- Personalized care plans supervised by medical professionals
- Promotes faster recovery in a stress-free environment
- Cost-effective alternative to prolonged ICU stays
Skilled Nursing Services – FAQs
Skilled nursing care at home involves licensed nurses providing advanced medical support such as wound care, IV administration, injections, and chronic condition monitoring—delivered directly in the comfort of your home.
Home skilled nursing includes wound dressing, injections (IV/IM/SC), catheter care, Ryles tube insertion, catheterization , pain and diabetes management, oxygen therapy, and palliative care support.
Elderly patients, those recovering from surgery, managing chronic conditions, or requiring regular medical interventions benefit from skilled nursing at home.
Yes, Guardian Angel offers specialized post-operative nursing care at home, including suture removal, wound dressing, drain care, and vital monitoring.
You can schedule a visit by contacting Guardian Angel HomeCare directly through our website or phone for a free clinical consultation and care plan.