Nursing care is a type of care provided by registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LCPs) and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) available to the public who have healthcare needs that are more complex or require specialist support. However, this type of care has many options and can vary largely depending on the healthcare setting.
In this blog, we have explained the different nursing care options available and how they differ in a private care home. We go into detail on what to expect in this environment and how it can benefit you and your loved ones’ needs going forward.
What are the benefits of nursing care in a private care home?
Nursing care can be delivered in different settings such as hospitals, clinics, care homes or at home. Depending on the environment and the patient’s needs, it can be provided on a short-term or long-term basis or as part of a palliative or end-of-life care plan.
It is suitable for individuals who require assistance with daily activities and may benefit from 24-hour medical care and supervision. Largely it is recommended for individuals who have been assessed as needing care from a registered nurse and live in a care home.
The primary benefit of receiving nursing care in a private care home is the dedicated attention from registered nurses and other healthcare professionals who provide high-quality medical care and administer medications. Some privately run Nursing Homes such as Birtley House have the expertise in-house and the advantage of offering specialised care for individuals with specific medical conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease.
A secondary benefit of a registered private care home facility is the attention to detail through personalised care plans. These are bespoke plans for residents that focus on maintaining and improving their well-being and general health. Private care homes give residents an additional bonus of luxury, a feeling of warmth, love, and safety from both the staff and the care home facilities themselves. In addition to the above, care homes often have connections with community resources that can help residents access additional support that they found hard to access previously.
Personalised Nursing Care
At Birtley House, we are consistently aiming to ensure that our nursing care is of the highest standard. We pride ourselves on a ‘home-from-home approach’ helping our residents feel that they have simply moved from their home into another warm, friendly, and welcoming home. Our approach to care is very much focused on the individual as is nursing care in many other private care settings. The benefit of receiving private nursing care is the tailored and specific attention, knowledge and emotional support one would receive in comparison to residential care.
The experienced nursing care team at Birtley House, for example, always conduct a personal needs assessment that is bespoke to the individual. This starts with a full physiotherapy assessment when they arrive with us to identify any physical problems that we can then address. We believe in looking after our residents as their whole person, mind, body and spirit and for this, our multi-disciplinary team comprises various experts: Counsellor, Chaplain, Well-being Companion, Physiotherapist, Chiropodist, Hairdresser, Massage therapist and not forgetting our house doctor who visits weekly. All these team members are a crucial part of our holistic care approach that sets Birtley apart from the rest of the Care Homes in Surrey.
Building Rapport
The bond between a carer and a resident is of paramount importance in the context of nursing care. It plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and enjoyment of residents. When living in a private care home setting, there is the opportunity to build solid foundations between carers and residents that strengthen this bond.
The Birtley House team believes that the bond between a carer and a resident is a two-way relationship that requires mutual respect and understanding. When nurtured, this bond can significantly enhance the care experience, creating greater well-being and quality of life for the resident.
The Relief of Respite
Depending on the type of care you are looking for, respite care offers a multitude of benefits. Respite offers individuals who need a place to stay for the short-term whether that be recuperation and rehabilitation from an illness or accident. Duration of short-stay respite can start from as little as 7 nights or one week to sometimes several months. With their varied accommodation and support packages, respite stays can be tailored to specific requirements.
These relief breaks can often bring rewards to both the caregiver and the individuals themselves. This type of recuperation provides the opportunity for socialisation and the enjoyment of new experiences as well as the chance to meet new friends, all of which are paramount for the individual’s well-being. No matter what level of care residents require everyone is treated with the same respect and high level of care irrespective of their individual needs. The large benefit of respite care is it is mainly offered in a private care setting giving you the option of a planned or a spontaneous decision depending on the situation.
Specialist Care
When understanding nursing care, specialist care is one of the most important areas to consider in a private care home setting as this type of care covers many conditions. Palliative care aims to manage pain and other symptoms in someone’s final days or weeks. Although we have many residents who come to Birtley House and experience several years here, some people do of course come to us purely for end-of-life care. With its homely environment and stunning estate gardens, individuals can enjoy their own private space in a warm environment which is often preferable to spending their final days in a hospital ward surrounded by strangers. Being a family-run private care home, we are proud to provide a high level of end-of-life palliative care which would normally only be offered by a hospice. As a specialist service that requires exceptional emotional intelligence from all the team, we pride ourselves on delivering the personalised care that is required for this specialist care.
Independent Living
In addition to the above nursing care options, some private care home providers can offer independent living options for individuals who are beginning to need support in their retirement. This is a great option for individuals who wish to maintain their independence and privacy whilst having access to warden and emergency support.
At Birtley House, our unique option of Birtley Mews flats is for those who do not yet require nursing care but would like to enjoy the benefits of living in a beautiful and supportive environment, sharing the same stunning estate and facilities of Birtley House. These flats are designed with retirement in mind and are suitable for individuals over the age of 65. A great option giving residents peace of mind for the future if they need to transition to the care home if more care is required.
Why choose Birtley House?
When it comes to understanding nursing care it can be confusing and overwhelming to say the least especially when it concerns loved ones and their future. We hope that we have given a little insight into the different options of care that are available and how these differ within a private care home setting such as Birtley House.
We are proud that Birtley House has built its reputation for care with countless glowing reviews from residents, relatives, and professionals alike. As well as receiving many recommendations, the nursing home is rated as Good by the Quality Care Commission, the independent regulator of health and social care in England. In addition, Birtley House has won several awards for its care quality, its gardens, and its environmental sustainability.
So, why not get in touch with one of the team today about the nursing care options available? Call us today or book a viewing to see for yourself what makes Birtley House so special. As a family-run business, the Birtley home offers a truly unique environment with a family feel, excellence of care and quality of service. Birtley House is more than just a nursing home, it’s a community where residents can live well and enjoy life.
