Do I Need a Carer or a Nurse?

Choosing the right people to provide care is vital and Consultus will help you to make the right choice.  From companions and domestics through to highly experienced Carers and Registered Nurses Consultus will find the right person for each Client.

Following a full analysis of Client's needs and preferences, experienced Consultants (many of whom are Registered Nurses) will select from this list only those persons who they feel are entirely suitable.

Advanced Tasks

All our live in 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

Consultus’ Live in Nurses 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 phone us and speak to a nurse or contact your local GP or care professional.

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