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Do I need a carer or a nurse? Choosing the right people to provide care is vital and Secure Healthcare will help you to make the right choice. From companions and domestics through to highly experienced Carers and Registered Nurses. Following a full analysis of an individual’s needs and preferences our experienced advisors will only use staff who they feel are entirely suitable. Advanced Tasks All our staff can help with personal care (assistance with washing, dressing and toileting), mobility and home management. The UK’s Nursing & Midwifery Council recommends that a qualified Nurse is booked for: More advanced medical conditions Management of equipment, e.g. catheters, hoists Administering (rather than prompting) medication Wound care, e.g. pressure sores

Do I need a carer or a nurse ?

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Do I need a carer or a nurse?Choosing the right people to provide care is vital and Secure Healthcare will help you to make the right choice. From companions and domestics through to highly experienced Carers and Registered Nurses.

Following a full analysis of an individual’s needs and preferences our experienced advisors will only use staff who they feel are entirely suitable.

Advanced Tasks

All our staff can help with personal care (assistance with washing, dressing and toileting), mobility and home management. The UK’s Nursing & Midwifery Council recommends that a qualified Nurse is booked for:

More advanced medical conditions Management of equipment, e.g. catheters, hoists Administering (rather than prompting) medication Wound care, e.g. pressure sores Professional liaison with local healthcare

professionals

Secure Healthcare care can:

Professionally assess your needs Identify any risk to client or staff (e.g. from manual

handling tasks)

Work with your local GP and District Nurse, if appropriate

Create (with your full input) a detailed Care Plan.

If you are still unsure about what type of staff you need please feel free to contact us speak to an advisor or contact your local GP or care professional.

Contact our Homecare Department:

Call us on 01902 302017 or write us to [email protected]