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Kauri Coast Rest Home and Hospital, Dargaville - Kauri Coast Hospital ( Dargaville )
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Kauri Coast Rest and Hospital is a special place. It's modern, comfortable, sunny and homely with a strong family spirit. You'll be well cared for and soon feel right at home.
Kauri Coast Rest and Hospital is located at the edge of town with rural views but still only five minutes from Dargaville's services and shops. There's a dairy / cafe just a minutes' walk up the road. Daily bus services to Auckland and Whangarei make it easier for family and friends to visit. Kauri Coast is part of the Bupa group of rest homes, hospitals, retirement villages and personal medical alarms. We are a private company, and because we have no shareholders, we can invest what we earn to make improvements that help us provide better care. As part of the global Bupa group, we are able to provide superior clinical support, while focusing on helping each of our residents get the most out of each day. Bupa is one of New Zealands leading aged care providers. For more information, please visit the Bupa link below. Our facility also offers these services: |
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| Address | 102 Hokianga Road View Map |
| District | North |
| City/Town | Dargaville |
| District Health Board Area | Northland |
| Phone | (09) 439 6367 |
| Fax | (09) 439 6393 |
| Manager | Darryl Rhodes (Phone: 09 439 6367) |
| Owner | Bupa Care Services (Phone: 0800 60 80 99) |
| Website | http://www.bupa.co.nz/Rest-Homes-and-Hos... |
| Updated: 27 Mar 2012 | |
| Detail | Status |
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| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| Additional Room Costs | Unknown |
| Updated: 28 Oct 2011 | |
| Detail | Status |
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| Total number of beds at this level of care | 26 |
| Long term vacancy | Yes |
| Short term vacancy | Yes |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Updated: 18 May 2012 | |
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | Yes | We have Registered Nurses on 24 hrs a day 7 days a week shifts and Enrolled Nurses as well on most shifts. The manager is a registered nurse with 28 years experience. | |
| Enrolled Nurse | Yes | ||
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | Our care givers are encouraged to undertake the nationally recognised NZQA certificate in care giving. | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | We contract a local physiotherapist and have DHB physiotherapy input as required.. | |
| Occupational Therapist | No | We have visits from the Dargaville hospital when required. Bupa employs an occupational therapist to support and advise the facilities. | |
| Own Social Worker | No | There are two Social Workers attached to the Dargaville Hospital who can be contacted at your request. | |
| Diversional Therapist | Negotiable | We have access to the BUPA OccupationalTherapist | |
| Activities Co-ordinator | Yes | We have a full time activities coordinator who is always seeking to expand and improve the activities | |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Our hairdresser comes every week on a Monday. | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | A podiatrist visits as needed, performing any special work that is required. We have an experienced foot care person who comes on a regular basis | |
| Dietitian | Yes | All meals are reviewed by a Dietitian every 12 months and there is ongoing work by the company on the menus. The head cook on site is very responsive to individual needs and preferences. | |
| Accredited Visitors | Yes | We have two Gps that visit each week. They are in contact with the Northland Health Geriatrician as required. | |
| Kaumatua | No | Tikanga Maori is important to us. We have a growing relationship with local kaumatua, kuia. | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | We don't have our own, but we have regular visits from many of the local Ministers and their representatives from the churches. We welcome input from the religiious community. | |
| Other Personnel | Negotiable | ||
| Updated: 24 Feb 2011 | |||
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | |
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | Provided at the Dargaville Hospital, about 5 minutes away. |
| Wound Care | Yes | Our Registered Nurses have ongoing training in wound management. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Many residents are diabetic. We also have a Podiatrist who visits monthly. |
| Continence Advisor | Yes | Global Medic offer us ongoing training in incontinence products. |
| Infection Control | No | A registered nurse oversees infection control having prior experience. We have a very good relationship with the district health board infection control nurse who advises and the company has sound infection control policies and guide lines |
| Stomal Therapist | No | We have ready access to local stomal nurse specialist advise |
| Specialist Palliative Care | Yes | We have sound knowledge of palliative care principles and ready access to excellent support from hospice and district nurses. Comfort, dignity and choice are paramount. Whanau are welcome to stay in the final stages of the dieing process. |
| Palliative Care | Yes | We provide Palliative Care for those who do not wish to go to Dargaville Hospital. |
| Psychiatric Care | Yes | We have Specialists available from Northland Health who can provide services as needed. |
| Stroke Rehabilitation | Yes | Affiliated with Northland Health. |
| Tracheotomy Care | No | While not on site, a Specialist is available and accessable. |
| Dialysis | No | While not on site, a Specialist is available and accessable. We are confident with CAPD and managing hemodialysis resident needs |
| Spinal Injuries | No | While not on site, a Specialist is available and accessable. |
| Primary Rural Health Care | No | While not on site, a Specialist is available and accessable. |
| Specialised Dementia Care | No | While not on site, a Specialist is available and accessable. |
| Gerontological Care | No | While not on site, a Specialist is available and accessable. |
| Urology | No | While not on site, a Specialist is available and accessable. |
| Community Health | No | While not on site, a Specialist is available and accessable. |
| Clinical Manager | Yes | Our Clinical Manager is supported by Unit Coordinators for both the Hospital wing and Rest Home wing. |
| Other Nursing Specialities | No | Registered Nurse on site 24h a day, 7 days a week. |
| Psychologist | No | While not on site, a Specialist is available and accessable. |
| Psychiatrist | No | While not on site, a Specialist is available and accessable. |
| Updated: 17 Apr 2012 | ||
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | We have a contract with the Ministry for Younger Persons. |
| Day Care | Yes | We run a very good day care programme. |
| Short Term Care e.g. Carer Support, Respite Care | Yes | We are happy to provide care for as long as it is required by you or your family. Subject to bed availability We have provided short-term care for many patients in the post-surgery period. |
| Carer Support/Respite Care Booking Facility | Yes | We are Care Support/Respite Facility. Scheduled and Casual subject to bed availability. |
| Primary Health Funded Short Term Care | Yes | |
| Whanau Room | Yes | We have a whanau lounge where you can have privacy and enjoy our tea and coffee making facilities. We don't have a sleep-over as such, although we will accommodate families that wish to stay with their loved ones when they are very sick. |
| Rooms (Single) | Yes | All of our rooms are single, although we would be happy to accommodate a husband and wife in a room with an ensuite attached - negotiable and subject to availability. |
| Rooms (Shared) | No | We have no shared rooms, but would be willing to provide a shared room for a husband and wife - negotiable and subject to availability |
| Ensuite | Yes | Two of our hospital rooms have ensuites attached for privacy. These are often taken up when available by existing residents. |
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | Yes, you may bring any items of furniture that will make your stay more comfortable. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | Many of our residents have port or wine with their meals. |
| Pets In Residence | Yes | We have one cheeky cat. |
| Negotiate To Bring Own Pet | Yes | Yes we are happy to talk to you about this. |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | Yes, you may have your own phone connected in your room if you wish. We are happy to make arrangements for you. If there is no phone line into the room the cost of installing it is the residents. |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | No | We have under-floor heating that is adjusted by our maintenance person. |
| Maori Kaupapa | Yes | We are currently firming relationships with local kaumatua and kuia, looking to introduce regular powhiri for new staff and residents and seeking someone to start weekly waiata sessions for staff and residents. |
| Residents Committee | Yes | We have resident meetings every 2 months. |
| Family Committee | No | Family forums in place on a regular basis. Currently being reviewed via whanau questionaires. Seeking to improve uptake of this opportunity. |
| Newsletter | Yes | Monthly resident news letter which also goes out to any family who request it. Email option encouraged. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | We are a Licensed hospital - so we are governed by the Ministry of Health and we have a Policy on every aspect of care. |
| Confused Residents | Yes | We have in-service training on 'the confused elderly', and very loving and patient staff. |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | There is an area in the courtyard situated inside the building, or out the front of the building to sit and have some privacy. Shaded courtyard areas with great gardens. |
| Outings | Yes | We have regular outings and planned trips. Our CMA and RSA trips are very popular. |
| Smokers Room | Yes | We do not have a smokers room but do have a speciific area for smokers which is sheltered and has a heater for winter |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | Yes, in the smokers' area.. |
| Sprinklers | Yes | Our building is fitted with an alarm and sprinkler system. We are automatically connected to the Fire Brigade should we ever need their assistance. |
| Updated: 5 Jan 2010 | ||
| We are proud to be the only Level 5 Hospital facility in the wider Dargaville area. This means we are fully qualified to care for all residents, regardless of their level of need. Families can rest assured that once their loved one is settled at Kauri Coast rest home, no more unsettling movements will be required. Residents can lay down their roots at Kauri Coast Rest Home and Hospital, because we are equipped to provide care at every stage of the ageing journey.
Our provision of care is continuous - Registered Nurses are rostered on almost all shifts, and Enrolled Nurses provide cover on the few occasions when our RN's are not available. Our manager is a registered nurse of considerable experience, and we can get in contact with them 24 hours a day. ***** Kauri Coast Rest Home and Hospital is owned by Bupa Care Services - specialists in aged care. We provide New Zealanders with: Personal Medical Alarms Retirement village living Rest home care Hospital care Day care for the elderly Special Dementia Care Dementia care Respite care The team at Bupa Care Services is passionate about helping older New Zealanders to get the most out of life. Our strong caring ethics, dedication and respect are valued by people at some of the most vulnerable times in their lives so trust is intrinsic to the way we work. |
| Updated: 21 Dec 2009 |
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We provide an activity programme which is put together by our full-time Activities Coordinator. We have a board where the activities for the week ahead are displayed. These include Bingo, Music, Board games, Aerobics, Entertainers, Happy hour on a Sunday, Jigsaws, Minibus, Music, Newspaper reading, Quizzes, Religious services, RSA visits, Sing-a-longs, Videos, bowls and a monthly tournament with another rest home. An activities needs assessment is completeec with each resident and activirties individualised to their needs as much as possible. |
| Updated: 13 Jul 2010 |
| Topic | Details | |
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| Details re Meals | We have a qualified chef on staff who manages all meals. Meals are prepared according to a 6-weekly roster which is reviewed every 3 months. We also have a different menu for the Summer and Winter seasons. | |
| Staffing Details | Our staff are friendly and very committed, and some have been with us since we opened our doors many years ago! We have registered nurses on most shifts, and on those shifts that an RN is unavailable, cover is provided by an Enrolled Nurse. Our staff ratio is determined by the company and is above the industry average. It is reviewed frequently according to resident numbers. | |
| Associated Complexes | Bupa do not have shareholders, so all profits are put back into the business, improving facilities and services for you and your loved ones! | |
| Fees Details/Fees Do Not Include | Podiatry, Hairdressing, non subsidised medications, some medical visits, eg minor surgery and personal items are not included. | |
| Updated: 25 Feb 2010 | ||
| Language | Status | Details |
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| Cook Island | Yes | |
| English | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Hindi | Yes | |
| Maori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Zulu | Yes | |
| Updated: 5 Jan 2010 | ||
| Religious Affiliations | Status | Details |
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| Anglican | Yes | |
| Baptist | Yes | |
| Christianity | Yes | |
| Inter denominational | Yes | |
| Methodist | Yes | |
| Presbyterian | Yes | |
| Roman Catholic | Yes | There is a Catholic Church just across the road. |
| Salvation Army | Yes | |
| Seventh Day Adventist | Yes | |
| (Other comments) | Yes | We are happy to have any religious affiliations visit us. |
| Updated: 11 Nov 2009 | ||
| Location | Distance | Details |
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| Public Transport | 2.00 km | Dargaville has a bus to Auckland each day. |
| Shops | 2.00 km | Dargaville has many shops including The Warehouse. A shopping outing is organised each week. |
| Mall | The Whangarei mall is about 45 minutes drive away. | |
| Parks | 1.50 km | There is a small park and play area next to the RSA. |
| Library | 1.00 km | Our library is situated in the town hall. The Librarian visits each fortnight with a range of books. |
| Updated: 9 Jul 2009 | ||
| Credential | Status | Details |
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| Audit Report Available. | Yes | We had our most recent accreditation survey in March 2010. It was a very good out come with a 3 year certification and 2 Continuous Quality Improvement acknowledgements |
| CareerForce (ex CSSITO (Community Support Services Industry Training Organisation) | Yes | Many of our staff have completed the Career Force programme and all new staff are encouraged to do the programme after 6 months. The career force programme is a nationally recognised NZQA approved programme of care giver training. |
| Bureau Veritas Quality International (Auditing Agency) | Yes | |
| Updated: 18 Oct 2011 | ||