Home care describes personal care and support services provided to an individual in their home. Often referred to as senior care, it provides help with the activities of daily living as well as companionship to those who need support to maintain their independence at home.
Home healthcare describes medical-based care that is provided in a patient's home. In general, the goal of home healthcare is to help a patient recover from an illness or injury or to provide in-home medical oversight and ongoing care for patients with complex, chronic medical conditions.
While seniors are the primary users of home care services, it is not limited to this age group. Anyone who is in need of extra support at home can benefit from these services. It may include assistance with:
Home is quickly becoming the center of our healthcare system. From one-on-one patient care and improved health outcomes to reduced hospital readmission rates, there are so many benefits to be gained from utilizing home healthcare services. The expertise home healthcare delivers to a patient’s full continuum of care is unrivaled. Moreover, the benefits that home healthcare delivers to patients are extensive.
A few reasons more physicians and medical professionals are recommending home health services to their patients include:
Interim HealthCare offers the following home care and home healthcare services to clients and patients:
Often called non-medical or private duty care, in-home personal care and support services are often the kind of help senior adults need in order to avoid moving out of their homes and into assisted living facilities (ALF)
The most common type of home healthcare is nursing services that are provided in a patient’s home. Depending on the patient's needs, their doctor may recommend in-home nursing care for any of the following medical services:
Interim HealthCare offers in-home nursing care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) in accordance with state law.
For patients recovering from an illness or injury that impacted their physical capabilities, at home therapy may be a critical part of their home healthcare plan. To help patients regain their independence, strength, form and function, Interim HealthCare offers in-home physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy services.
Interim HealthCare provides a full range of hospice services to support the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients who are at the end of life. Bereavement care and grief support services are also available for family members who are caring for our patients.
The way patients and medical professionals view home care and home healthcare has shifted significantly since the onset of the pandemic. The strains of the pandemic tugged at the hearts of people in different ways and changed the way many think about home-based care. For patients, it opened the door to a new location for care. For nurses, CNAs, therapists and aides, it opened their minds to a new career path where they can provide one-on-one care in a client or patient’s home and make a difference every day.
As baby boomers age, the demand for healthcare workers to care for them will greatly increase. Home health and personal care aide job openings are projected to grow 33 percent from 2020 to 2030 with experts predicting an estimated 8.2 million job openings in home-based care by 2028. What this means is there is a huge need for home care and home healthcare workers from all backgrounds, not just nursing, now and in the future.
Most people relate home health to a career in nursing. Though there are many different types of career opportunities in home healthcare, the truth is, home health nurses have never been in higher demand.
Certified nursing assistants (CNA) work in the home setting and help patients with a variety of medical and personal care tasks.
In addition to home healthcare, there are many rewarding career paths for caregivers in home care. Without any formal education, you can be a home care aide, personal companion or caregiver. These roles provide care and support with the activities of daily living to clients in their homes. To become a home health aide (HHA), you must complete a state-approved training program first.
Whether related to an injury, illness or simply a result of aging, you may face a time when your body just won’t function as you need it to. For patients who are overcoming an illness or had a surgery that resulted in the limited function of their body’s upper extremities, in-home occupational therapy can be invaluable. Occupational therapists can make a huge difference in a patient’s everyday life by helping them restore function and mobility so they can navigate even the simplest tasks independently.
Physical therapists are an integral part of a patient’s home healthcare team, particularly for patients who are recovering from a surgery or illness that caused loss of function or mobility.
Turn on the news for any period of time and you’ll likely see reports of nursing shortages across the country–and even the world. And though things seem to be calming down with COVID-19, nurses and other healthcare workers continue to work harder than ever before amid limited resources, high stress and burnout.
But it doesn’t have to be that way.
Maybe you don’t want to leave the nursing profession entirely, but instead, you’re looking for a change of pace. If that’s the case, now is a great time to consider transitioning your nursing career from a hospital to a home healthcare setting.
As you are considering where your nursing career will take you next, just know that home healthcare caters to nurses looking to get away from a stressful environment and return to the passion that led them to healthcare. Plus, you’ll enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay and one-on-one patient care that makes every day rewarding.
If any of these factors resonate with you, it may be time for a change. Just know Interim HealthCare has a place for you.
The home health setting is vastly different than a hospital setting. Nurses are able to provide one-on-one care in a home environment, which allows you the opportunity to establish a longer, more meaningful relationship with your patient and their family.
A few common reasons nurses are making the switch from hospital to home healthcare include:
Ready to make the change? Be sure to look for a home healthcare agency that has your best interests in mind. A few things you should consider when looking for the home healthcare agency that will be your next employer include:
If you’re a nurse looking for a change of scenery or just want to see if the grass is truly greener on the other side, check out these five reasons nurses choose to work for Interim HealthCare:
1. We value your time
Picture how your quality of life would improve if you had the freedom to make your own schedule and enjoy more flexible hours. If you’re looking for shorter shifts and fewer seven-on-seven-off schedules, home healthcare could be right for you. At Interim HealthCare, will work with you to find assignments that meet your unique needs.
2. We prioritize your continuing education and training
It’s more important than ever to stay up-to-date on new technology and medical training. Working for a company like Interim HealthCare ensures your continuing education is valued. We encourage all of our healthcare professionals and caregivers to take advantage of the advanced learning opportunities we provide.
3. We want to help you advance in your career
Have you ever been in a job where there’s no opportunity for growth? It can be frustrating to be stuck in the same role with no opportunity to move up through an organization. If you’re looking for an opportunity to advance in your nursing career, Interim HealthCare offers the experience, skills training and career development you’re seeking.
4. We provide tuition discounts
Want to take your career to the next level? We offer tuition discounts with partner institutions for programs offered in-person and online. If you’re ready to advance your career with a new degree or certification, Interim HealthCare can help. Education is important and our programs are intended to make furthering your education more affordable.
5. We provide a positive work culture where people feel valued
Individually owned and operated, we treat our staff like family. We value each member of our team and you can count on us to provide the resources and support you need to provide exceptional care to our patients and clients.
Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company. A leader in our industry, we’ve been matching skilled healthcare professionals and compassionate caregivers like you to clients and patients in their homes since 1966. While we are national in scope, we operate through 300+ locally-owned offices that are passionate about providing the kind of personalized care you can’t find anywhere else.
At Interim HealthCare, we are a family of healthcare professionals and caregivers focused on improving the lives of the individuals we serve. We are committed to employing the very best home healthcare and home care professionals to care for our patients and clients. When you work for Interim HealthCare, you are working with the best in the business.
To keep you at your best, we offer some of the most competitive benefits and compensation packages in the industry:
At Interim HealthCare, work-life balance is a top priority. Whether you’re a full-time employee or picking up shifts here and there, we will work with you to ensure your work schedule is not overwhelming and meets your unique needs.
At Interim HealthCare, we are a family of healthcare professionals and caregivers focused on improving lives through home-based care. It’s who we are. If you feel called to serve, help, support, care and connect with others, you bear the DNA of a home care professional too.
Think Interim HealthCare could be a good fit for you? Listen to our healthcare professionals and caregivers share their stories of how they are made for this!
Ready to make the change? It’s time to step out and discover your true calling. The good news is, Interim HealthCare has a place for you!
