Who do speech pathologists support?
Speech pathologists support people of all ages, from children living with disability to adults who have acquired a communication problem or who have had a disability from birth.
At Salveo Disability, our speech pathologists can work with you or your child to assess your ability to speak and understand others before creating a customised therapy session based on your specific speech and language needs.
We work with people living with a variety of conditions, including:
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Neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and intellectual disability
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Degenerative neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease
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Developmental delays
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Brain injuries due to accident or illness
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Stroke
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Learning disability
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Dementia
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Hearing loss
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Patient assessment: Acute Care Nurses evaluate patients' conditions upon admission, monitor their vital signs, and track any changes in their health status.
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Care planning: They develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans based on patients' needs, medical history, and the severity of their conditions.
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Treatment administration: Acute Care Nurses administer medications, intravenous (IV) therapy, and other treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
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Monitoring patient progress: They continuously monitor patients' responses to treatments, adjusting care plans as necessary and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
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Patient education: Acute Care Nurses educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies to manage their health once they return home.
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Medical documentation: They accurately document patients' medical information, including assessments, care plans, interventions, and patient progress, to ensure proper communication among the healthcare team.
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Collaboration with the healthcare team: Acute Care Nurses work closely with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and deliver comprehensive care to their patients.
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Emergency care: They are trained to respond quickly to emergencies, stabilizing patients and initiating life-saving interventions when necessary.
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Infection control: Acute Care Nurses follow strict infection control protocols to prevent the spread of infections within the healthcare setting.
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Emotional support: They provide emotional support and comfort to patients and their families during difficult times, helping them cope with the challenges of acute illness.
Comprehensive Care with Our Community Health Nursing Team
At Salveo Nursing, we understand that you may be wondering what a community nurse does.
As community nurses ourselves, we provide medical and nursing care to patients outside of traditional hospital settings, mostly managing and preventing diseases.
We work in various healthcare facilities, including health centers, clinics, and home care facilities, with the goal of reducing hospital admissions and freeing up beds for critical cases.
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We provide disability support in Sydney and surrounding regions across NSW including:
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Greater Sydney
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In-depth patient assessment:
Our Acute Care Nurses conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients' conditions upon admission, monitor vital signs, and observe any changes in their health.
Tailored care planning:
Our nurses create, implement, and modify personalized care plans based on patients' needs, medical history, and the severity of their conditions.
Proficient treatment administration:
We ensure medications, intravenous (IV) therapy, and other treatments are provided as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Ongoing patient progress monitoring
Our Acute Care Nurses evaluate patients' responses to treatments, make necessary care plan adjustments, and collaborate with the healthcare team for optimal patient outcomes.
Patient education:
Our nurses inform patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies for managing their health after returning home.
Prompt emergency care:
Our nurses are adept at responding quickly to emergencies, stabilizing patients, and initiating life-saving interventions when required.
As dedicated recruitment consultants specializing in Acute Care Nursing placements, we ensure that the Acute Care Nurses we provide to hospitals are exceptionally skilled and well-equipped to handle patients with severe or critical health conditions. Our Acute Care Nurses are trained to excel in various hospital settings, such as emergency departments, intensive care units (ICUs), surgical units, and specialized areas like cardiac care, neurology, and oncology. By choosing our Acute Care Nurses, you can expect:
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Our nurses possess complete training and certification, collaborating closely with residents and medical professionals to guarantee that each person receives the necessary care for a comfortable and gratifying life. From daily activity support and medication administration to specialized medical procedures, our nurses are committed to delivering the utmost level of care.
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Trustworthy Community Health Nursing for Your Loved Ones
We are committed to providing the highest level of care and support to our patients. Our community nurses are highly trained and experienced professionals who are passionate about helping patients live their best lives.
The tasks and responsibilities of a community nurse may include:
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checking blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature and breathing of elderly, disabled or vulnerable patients
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administering injections and other forms of treatment
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assisting doctors in performing an examination or general medical procedures
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setting up intravenous (IV) drips and providing ongoing care to patients
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educating and advising patients and families on health issues and well-being
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providing emergency care to patients with health complications
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directing expectant or new parents to healthcare resources for themselves and their infants
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performing baby checks and administering vaccinations
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stopping the spread of infectious diseases, like hepatitis and flu
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assisting elderly members of the community in managing chronic health issues
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conducting health education programs for the local community.
Expert Community Health Nursing Services
At Salveo Nursing, we understand the demanding nature of community nurse roles, which require a range of skills to perform their job well. As community nurses ourselves, we possess the skills needed to provide high-quality care and support to patients in a variety of different environments each day.
Here are some important skills we use daily in our roles:
Resilience skills: We work in dynamic and high-pressure environments that may lack resources and support that are available to nurses in bigger hospitals. Resilience helps us endure the challenges and rigors of our job while staying positive.
Time management: We manage multiple responsibilities and tasks with competing priorities. Excellent organisational skills ensure we manage our caseload effectively and provide patients with timely care and support.
Mobilisation skills: We seek resources to combat illness and support the well-being of community members. Mobilization skills help us get adequate resources from groups, healthcare providers, schools, agencies, and community leaders.
Good communication: We relate to patients of all ages and backgrounds. Strong interpersonal communication skills enable us to provide nursing care, advice, and emotional support to families in the community we serve.
Personal care and hygiene: We observe good hygiene to help prevent the spread of contagious diseases within the community.
Patient assessment: We know how to assess and monitor patients with different health issues or medical conditions. Having the ability to measure vital signs and how patients respond to medication ensures we can stabilize the patient before seeking help from a senior nurse or doctor.
Wound care: When patients sustain injuries that result in open wounds, we clean and bandage them. Strong nursing care skills ensure we provide patients with proper first aid treatment before they undergo specialized treatment.
Teamwork: We often work with medical teams, including doctors, physiotherapists, surgeons, and psychiatrists to deliver comprehensive patient care services. Strong collaboration skills ensure we rally other healthcare professionals to deliver the best patient outcomes.
Adaptable: We attend to older people with chronic health issues, physically disabled people, and patients who have just left the hospital. The ability to adapt to different settings ensures we meet the different healthcare and support needs of our patients.
Compassionate: We usually work with people with disabilities, aging community members with chronic diseases, and patients in need of care after surgery. Compassion allows us to properly care for patients who are suffering from physical, emotional, or mental pain.
Problem-solving skills: We encounter challenges and obstacles as we seek to improve a patient's health and well-being. Using our problem-solving skills, we can ask the right questions and consider viable options to solve problems effectively.
At Salveo Nursing, we are committed to providing the highest level of care and support to our patients. Trust us to deliver exceptional community nursing services that meet the unique needs of your loved ones.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you.