Tag Archives: pediatric home health care

Tuesday, April 13th, 2021

What Does a Pediatric Home Health Nurse Do?

A private duty nurse can be a registered nurse (RN) or a licensed practical nurse (LPN) that provides personalized care to an individual and their family on a shift...
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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021

What You Need to Know About Trisomy 18-Edwards Syndrome

Trisomy 18, which is also known as Edwards Syndrome, is a rare complex disorder that may be identified in utero. This potentially fatal disorder happens when there is an...
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Monday, March 1st, 2021

Respite Nursing – Why Parents Matter, Too!

When you learn that your child has a disability or chronic illness, it’s normal to experience a wide range of emotions. Many parents require time to grieve as they...
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Sunday, January 10th, 2021

What You Need to Know About Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a condition that makes it hard to use your muscles. It’s most common in babies and children and includes symptoms like muscle weakness, limited...
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Tuesday, November 24th, 2020

What is Private Duty Nursing?

Private Duty Nursing (PDN) is for families who are caring for medically complex children. This may be the best option as they prepare to return home and contemplate the...
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Friday, November 20th, 2020

Benefits of Pediatric Private Duty Nursing (and How to Get Medicaid to Pay)

If your child is medically complex and requires pediatric private duty nursing, it’s important to know that you can receive this care in your home. The Katie Beckett waiver...
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Wednesday, November 18th, 2020

What is the Katie Beckett Waiver? How Can It Help My Child Get Medical Care?

When a child has complex medical needs, it impacts everyone in the family. Parents often end up feeling lonely and isolated as they juggle hospital stays, doctor visits and...
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