Home Health Services

Skilled Nursing

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What Is Skilled Nursing?

Skilled Nursing Care You Can Trust

Skilled nursing at Puget Sound Home Health & Hospice is built around you. We provide high-quality skilled nursing in Washington, following your doctor’s plan closely and guiding your recovery with steady support, clear communication, and a focus on safety and confidence at home.

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How We Help

What Your Visit Includes

Review Health Changes and Goals

Check Vital Signs and Evaluate Symptoms

Medication Reconciliation and Safety Review

Provide Ordered Treatments

Teach You and Your Caregiver What to Watch For

Teach You How to Use Your Medical Equipment Safely

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Care Logistics

What to Know About Timing, Coverage, and Communication

How Often We Visit

Visit frequency is based on your needs and your physician’s orders. Many patients start with more frequent visits to stabilize symptoms, then shift to fewer visits as they improve.

Cost and Coverage

Skilled nursing may be covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance when criteria are met. We help confirm eligibility and explain any costs so you know what to expect.

Your Care Plan and Communication

Your nurse builds a plan around your goals and keeps you informed at every step. If your needs change, we adjust quickly and coordinate updates with your care team.

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Benefits of Skilled Nursing

Every recovery journey is different.
We help make yours feel easier.

Clinical Expertise At Home

Receive hospital-level nursing in a familiar setting.

Faster, Safer Recovery

Reduce risks and support healing.

Medication Confidence

Improve safety and adherence.

Fewer Disruptions

Help prevent unnecessary ER visits and readmissions.

Caregiver Support

Clear guidance and education for family members.

Home Safety & Independence

Education and risk checks to help you stay safe and at home.
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Our Coverage Area

Find Care Near You

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Your Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be homebound to receive skilled nursing?

Some insurance plans (including Medicare) may require homebound status and a physician order. Requirements vary by plan. We can help confirm eligibility.

Do I need a caregiver present during visits?

A caregiver isn’t required, but having a support person can help with safety, education, and follow-through on the care plan.

What should I have ready for the first visit?

An up-to-date medication list, recent discharge or clinic notes, your ID and insurance information, and a list of questions or goals.

Will you coordinate with my doctor and other providers?

Yes. We update your physician on progress and changes, and we coordinate with therapy, pharmacy, and other providers as needed.

Can I receive therapy or aide services along with skilled nursing?

Often yes. Your plan of care may include physical, occupational, or speech therapy and home health aide support when ordered by your physician.

What if my symptoms get worse between visits?

Call our team for guidance on new or changing symptoms. For severe symptoms or emergencies, call 911 immediately.
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More Home Health Services

Learn About Additional Services We Offer

Disease Education

Teach condition awareness and daily care routines.

Physical Therapy

Build strength, balance, and safer mobility at home.

Heart Failure Care

Teach symptom monitoring and heart healthy routines.

Family Education

Turn clinical plans into clear daily steps.

Occupational Therapy

Make daily activities safer and easier.

Diabetes Management

Teach monitoring, insulin use, and daily routines.

Speech Therapy

Speech and swallowing therapy at home.

Vestibular Therapy

Teach balance exercises and manage dizziness.

Dementia Care

Support safety and caregiver guidance at home.

Medication Management

Guided mobility, safe transfers, and toileting.

Medical Social Work

Counseling, planning, and resource navigation.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Support recovery, mobility, and strength after surgery or injury.

Pelvic Floor Therapy

Teach pelvic floor strength and control.

Wound Care

Dressings and infection prevention.

Low Vision Support

Teach safety strategies for vision changes.

Ostomy & Catheter Care

Fit, routines, and skin protection to prevent leaks.

Home Health Aide

Personal care and hygiene support.

Pain & Symptom Care

Evaluate symptoms and tailor comfort strategies.

Health Monitoring

Track readings and act early on changes.

Tacoma Office

Counties Served: King | Pierce | Kitsap
Services Offered: Home Health | Hospice | Palliative Care | Mobile Provider Services

Tumwater Office

Counties Served: Mason | Grays Harbor | Thurston
Services Offered: Home Health | Hospice | Palliative Care

Woodinville Office

Counties Served: King
Services Offered: Hospice
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Home Health Phone Consultation

Chat with our team to see how skilled nursing and therapy at home can guide your recovery and support day to day wellbeing.

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Hospice Phone Consultation

Talk with our team to understand how comfort focused hospice care supports patients and families with dignity, peace, and compassionate guidance.