Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing refers to individuals, such as registered nurses (R.N.s) and licensed practical nurses (L.P.N.s), who provide professional-level medical services. Services include medical assessments, health education, intravenous (IV) therapy, injections and wound care, in addition to case management services.[1]
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Learn more about skilled nursing care and skilled nursing homes at Emeritus.
References
1. Mayo Clinic. (July 18, 2007). Home care services: What services do you need? Retrieved July 11, 2009, from http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/home-care-services/HA00086.
