Enhanced Hospital Care Through Private Nursing Support

At Chicago Private Nursing, our licensed registered nurses provide personalized inpatient private duty support services to ensure you receive the highest level of care and attention during your hospital stay. We serve as your dedicated advocate and care coordinator, working alongside hospital staff to enhance your treatment experience and optimize your recovery outcomes.

While we primarily serve Chicago, Western Suburbs, and North Shore hospitals, we are available to travel throughout Illinois and beyond for special cases requiring our expertise and discretion.

Our Inpatient Private Duty Services Include:

24/7 Bedside Support

• Continuous monitoring and patient advocacy
• Pain management support and comfort measures
• Assistance with personal care and mobility
• Medication administration oversight and coordination

Communication and Advocacy

• Clear communication between medical teams and family
• Treatment plan explanation and education
• Care coordination with multiple specialists
• Insurance and discharge planning assistance

Enhanced Recovery Support

• Post-surgical monitoring and complication prevention
• Nutrition support and hydration management
• Physical therapy coordination and mobility assistance
• Emotional support and family education
• Referral Coordination

Our Approach to Inpatient Private Duty Care

We recognize that hospital stays can be overwhelming and impersonal, particularly during serious illness or complex medical procedures. Our approach provides you with a dedicated nursing professional who ensures continuity of care and serves as your personal healthcare advocate throughout your hospital experience.

Our private duty nurses work collaboratively with hospital staff while providing the individualized attention that busy hospital nurses often cannot offer. We maintain detailed documentation of your care, monitor for potential complications, and ensure that your concerns and preferences are clearly communicated to your medical team.

Unlike standard hospital nursing care where one nurse may care for multiple patients, our private duty approach provides you with one-on-one attention focused exclusively on your needs. We bridge communication gaps between different medical specialists and help coordinate complex treatment plans to ensure nothing is overlooked.

Specialized Inpatient Private Duty Situations

Complex Medical Cases

We provide enhanced support for patients with challenging medical conditions requiring intensive monitoring:

– Cancer treatment support during chemotherapy or immunotherapy
– ICU and step-down unit support for critically ill patients
– Multi-organ system failures requiring complex care coordination
– Post-operative monitoring for high-risk surgical procedures

High-Risk Patient Populations

For patients requiring additional safety measures and monitoring, we offer:

– Elderly patients at risk for falls, confusion, or complications
– Patients with cognitive impairment or dementia requiring reorientation
– High-profile individuals requiring discretion and enhanced privacy
– International patients needing language support and cultural advocacy

Coverage Area

We provide inpatient private duty nursing support at hospitals throughout the Chicago metropolitan area, including:

– Major academic medical centers and teaching hospitals
– Northwestern Memorial, Rush University Medical Center, and University of Chicago Medicine, Central Dupage, Palos, Lutheran General
– North Shore hospitals including NorthShore University Health System, Lake Forest & Evanston Hospitals
– Suburban hospitals throughout the greater Chicago area

What to Expect: Our Care Process

1. Pre-Admission Planning: We coordinate with your medical team and family to understand your specific needs and develop a personalized care plan before your hospital admission.
2. Seamless Integration: Our private duty nurse integrates with your hospital care team while providing enhanced monitoring and personalized attention to your individual needs.
3. Continuous Advocacy: We serve as your voice within the healthcare system, ensuring your concerns are heard and your care preferences are respected and implemented.
4. Family Support: We provide regular updates to family members, explain complex medical information, and help coordinate visitor schedules and communication.
5. Transition Planning: We work with hospital discharge planners and your outpatient team to ensure smooth transitions to home care or rehabilitation facilities.
   
   Experience the peace of mind that comes with having a dedicated nursing advocate by your side during your hospital stay. Our inpatient private duty support ensures you receive personalized attention and expert care coordination when you need it most.