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Royal District Nursing Service NZ - South Island
At a glance
- Name
- Royal District Nursing Service NZ - South Island
- Category
- Home Help and Personal Care/Assistance
- Address
- Level 1, 8 Hugo Johnston Drive
Penrose
Auckland 1061 - Postal Address
- PO Box 17-122, Greenlane 1546
- DHBs
- Southern (Otago), Southern (Southland)
- Phone
- 09 589 8910
- Fax
- 09 589 1081
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Service Description
| RDNS New Zealand
For many people, remaining in the comfort and security of home can be a challenge. If you’ve had a life changing event such as surgery or an accident, or simply need support as you grow older, RDNS New Zealand can help you to remain independent, at home and an active part of your community. Our professional and friendly staff can work with you to plan services that will support your goals and help you to get the most out of life. Referral to RDNS NZ can come from virtually any source. You can either contact us directly or a family member, carer, doctor or other health professional can make the referral for you. We work with District Health Boards, ACC, MoH, Veterans’ Affairs and in some cases fees are either totally or partially funded. You can also arrange for services to be delivered to family members or others, on an hourly fee basis. If you would like to speak with someone about our services or your specific needs, simply call 0800 736 769 and one of our friendly staff will be happy to talk with you. RDNS NZ is for everyone. If you have a genuine nursing or home care need, we’re here to support you. Some of our services that can assist you in staying at home are: • Personal care Including assistance with showering, dressing and undressing, meal preparation or helping people into and out of bed • Domestic help Including housework, laundry and shopping • Restorative activities Including assisting with exercise programmes, or socialisation programmes that allow people to lead more fulfilling lives. • Child care Supervising child activities including feeding, toileting, play activities, transportation to and from child care facilities/school • Respite in the Home To enable a full time carer of a loved one to have a break • Nursing Care Delivered at home, fostering improved health and a greater sense of control and independence. This care could include assessments, blood pressure and blood sugar checks, wound care and stomal care. |
| Updated: 13 Aug 2013 |
Suburbs/Districts/Towns Serviced
| Invercargill to Oamaru, Coast to Coast including Stewart Island |
| Updated: 15 Aug 2013 |
Personal Assistance
| Type | Self Funded | Subsidised | After Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse (eg Wound Care, Medication) | Yes | No | Yes | |
| Carer Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Sitter Service/Companions | Yes | No | No | |
| Live In Care (24 Hr) | Yes | No | No | |
| Personal Care (Showering, Dressing) | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Updated: 15 Aug 2013 | ||||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise.
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise. | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | SDHB |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | SDHB, Private, MOH |
| Wound Care. | Yes | |
| Diabetic Care. | Yes | |
| Infection Control. | Yes | |
| Clinical Manager | Yes | |
| Stroke Rehabilitation. | Yes | |
| Dementia Care | Yes | |
| Gerontological Care | Yes | |
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Occupational Therapist | Yes | |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | Peg feeds |
| Updated: 15 Aug 2013 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | Private |
| Carer Support | Yes | Private |
| High Care Needs | Yes | |
| Subsidised | Yes | Carer support funding |
| Private Paying | Yes | |
| Booking can be made in advance | Yes | |
| Updated: 15 Aug 2013 | ||
Domestic Assistance
| Type | Self Funded | Subsidised | After Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meals (Fresh or Hot) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Meal preparation, Private, SDHB, MOH |
| Home Help (Housework/Cleaning etc.) | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Shopping Assistance | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Updated: 15 Aug 2013 | ||||
Companionship
| Companionship | Self Funded | Subsidised | After Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Visiting Service | Yes | Yes | Yes | Private |
| Activities/Exercise Programme | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Updated: 15 Aug 2013 | ||||
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | |
| Maori - Te Reo | Yes | |
| Updated: 15 Aug 2013 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| CareerForce | Yes | |
| Home and Community Health Assocation | Yes | |
| Home and Community Support Sector Standards (Standards NZ) | Yes | |
| Other details | Yes | Neurological Foundation, Diabetes Society |
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| Updated: 15 Aug 2013 | ||