As healthcare continues to evolve, more families in the Greenville and Spartanburg areas are discovering the advantages of receiving skilled nursing care in the comfort of home. Private Duty Nursing brings hospital-level care to your doorstep—offering clinical expertise, compassionate support, and personalized attention provided by Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs).
What Is Private Duty Nursing?
Private Duty Nursing (often called skilled in-home nursing) is a specialized service designed for individuals who need ongoing, medical-level care that goes beyond personal assistance. Unlike non-medical caregiving, which focuses on daily living activities, private duty nurses perform tasks that require professional training, clinical judgment, and medical oversight.
These nurses operate under the supervision of a Director of Nursing and are fully licensed to administer complex clinical care at home—helping clients recover, manage chronic conditions, or maintain stability with dignity and comfort.
Key Services Provided by Private Duty Nurses
A private duty nurse offers services such as:
- Medication management and administration
- IV therapy and infusion treatments
- Wound care and dressing changes
- Chronic disease management (such as diabetes, COPD, or heart failure)
- Catheter and ostomy care
- Vital signs monitoring and health assessments
- Post-surgery recovery support
Who Can Benefit from Private Duty Nursing?
Private Duty Nursing is ideal for individuals of all ages needing continuous medical care—ranging from pediatric patients to older adults living with long-term conditions. Seniors recovering from surgery, individuals managing complex health concerns, or families seeking to support aging loved ones at home often find that private duty nursing offers the right balance of medical precision and personal comfort.
In Greenville, Spartanburg, and our surrounding communities such as Greer and Travelers Rest, these services enable individuals to maintain independence and quality of life without sacrificing medical quality or safety.
The Difference Between Skilled and Non-Skilled Home Care
While both skilled and non-skilled care aim to enhance comfort and independence, the distinction lies in who provides the care and the complexity of tasks involved.
- Skilled Care: Administered by licensed professionals (RNs/LPNs) to address medical needs under a physician’s order.
- Non-Skilled Care: Focused on assistance with daily living activities such as grooming, meals, and mobility—but not medical procedures.