Services and Staff
St. John Home Health can perform a large number of different treatments and procedures in the home, using a variety of staff members. Your physician will determine which home care services are appropriate for you. All St. John Home Health Care personnel have approved credentials in their appropriate disciplines.
Regular office/services hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, but weekend and holiday service is provided based on the patient’s plan of care and condition. After-hours triage is provided by an on-call nurse and is available by calling the office at (918) 747-7901.
The Home Health Team includes the following disciplines: skilled nursing, certified nursing assistants, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and medical social services.
Skilled Nursing
Nurses perform prescribed treatments and procedures while supervising and instructing the patient and family. Specialty services may include, but are not limited to:
• IV therapy
• Ostomy management
• Wound management
• Diabetes management
• Tracheotomy management
• Enteral nutrition
• Ventilator-assisted breathing
• Medication management and teaching
• Cardiac care program
• Nutrition assessment by a registered dietitian
• Total joint program
• Psychiatric home program
Home Health Aide
Works under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist to assist with personal hygiene and other non-medical services. Typical duties include:
• Taking vital signs
• Bathing, shampoo, and other necessary personal care recommended by the home care staff
• Helping the patient out of bed and to walk around the house
• Light meal preparation
Physical Therapist
Evaluates the patient’s condition and provides prescribed treatment to improve the patient’s physical condition and increase independence.
Occupational Therapist
Uses exercise, self-help devices and activities to help you become more self-sufficient in feeding, dressing, personal hygiene, and homemaking skills.
Speech Therapist
Helps you regain your ability to communicate while also counseling on therapy application and communication disorders. Also provides evaluation and treatment of swallowing and chewing problems.
Medical Social Services
Staff members assist you and your family in dealing with social, financial, and emotional factors relating to our condition; help you get in touch with hospital, government, or community services; make referrals for lab work, medical supplies, and equipment.
A registered nurse is on call at all times and may be reached by calling 747-7901.
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