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Vickery Court
At a glance
- Vacancy
- Soon
- Name
- Vickery Court
- Category
- Hospital Care
- Address
- 350 North Rd
Invercargill - Postal Address
- P O Box 314 Invercargill 9840
- DHB
- Southern (Southland)
- Phone
- 03 215 9059
- Fax
- 03 215 9681
- View Email Address
- Web
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Personnel
- Manager
- Carol Riddle - 03 215 9059
- Owner
- Presbyterian Support Southland - 03 211 8200
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Description
Vickery Court has an excellent reputation in the Southland Community.
Service/Facility Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Contract with DHB | Yes |
| Certification | Yes |
| Additional Room Costs | Some Rooms |
| Updated: 20 May 2016 | |
Bed and Vacancy Details
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Approximate number of beds at this level of care | 58 |
| Long term vacancy | No |
| Short term vacancy | No |
| Bed on hold | |
| Impending vacancy | Yes |
| Updated: 18 Aug 2017 | |
Testimonials
| We are committed to the provision of excellent nursing care.
"All I can say is that I am VERY impressed with the team at Vickery court, from the manager to the maintenance man, that have an excellent team that are friendly and caring. I wouldn’t hesitate to say they would be the best private hospital I have come across based on the features of being caring and having a great team atmosphere…. It really is something to be noted!" (Rep from a Medical company) I was speaking to JB yesterday regarding her Dad RB who was at Vickery Court until his recent death. She could not speak highly enough of the level of care given not only to her Dad but also to the whole family. She stated that every consideration was given, meals were even brought to family members who were sitting with her Dad.Well done all those involved. Social Worker Southland Hospital For the 18 days that my uncle spent with Vickery Court the staff were wonderful, caring and helpful. When anyone from the family was there, someone from the staff popped in and checked on him and asked if we needed any thing as well. This was the first time we have had any reason to visit or use Vickery Court and we were impressed. We have told many people how great the care our Uncle received while with you. Thank you so much. Please pass our thanks onto the staff. There is nothing that we feel needs changing, no complaints, just compliments and thanks. |
| Updated: 26 May 2016 |
Personnel
| Type | Hours Per Week | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioner | Yes | We have a Nurse Practitioner for Older People who visits regularly. | |
| Registered Nurse | 100 | Yes | There are always Registered Nurses on site at all times. |
| Enrolled Nurse | 112 | Yes | There is usually one or more Enrolled Nurse on morning and afternoon shifts. |
| Healthcare Assistants/Caregivers | Yes | We have a work force of well trained dedicated care staff who work on a rostered basis. Staff are focussed on achieving their Level 3 NZ Certificate in Health & Well being and we have a number of staff who have achieved or are working towards it. | |
| Physiotherapist | Yes | Lee visits twice a weekly and Helen Hartley works with Residents everyday to promote and maintain mobility. | |
| Occupational Therapist | Yes | Shannon has just started with us working along side the Diversional Therapists and the Activities Co-ordinators. | |
| Own Social Worker | Negotiable | ||
| Activities Co-ordinator | 60 | Yes | Our Diversional Therapist and Activities staff provide a vibrant activities programme to meet your needs. |
| Hairdresser | Yes | Weekly visits | |
| Podiatrist | Yes | Monthly visits | |
| Dietitian | Yes | Our menu has just been revised and we provide meals to a high standard. Individual diet requirements are provided for. Dietitian involvement is available for those with specialised diets. | |
| Kaumatua | Negotiable | PSS will access as required | |
| Chaplain/Spiritual Advisor | Yes | Presbyterian Chaplain is available on call Weekly Christian service on a Wednesday morning Other spiritual mentors are welcome as invited by Residents or families | |
| Updated: 3 Jul 2017 | |||
Specialities or Areas of Expertise
| Specialities or Areas of Expertise | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Palliative Care Contract | No | We have a close relationship with the Hospice as well as a team of expert Registered and Enrolled Nurses in this area. |
| End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | We have a close relationship with the Hospice as well as a team of expert Registered and Enrolled Nurses in this area. |
| Gastronomy/Nasogastric Management | Yes | |
| Oxygen Management | Yes | |
| Surgical Followup | Yes | |
| Wound Care | Yes | Mandy Pagan SDHB wound specialist is available and we also have considerable expertise within our Registered and Enrolled Nurse team. |
| Diabetic Care | Yes | Our senior Registered and Enrolled Nurse team specialise in this area. |
| Continence Advisor | Yes | We have senior registered nurses who are specialised in this area. |
| Infection Control | No | We are very motivated to promote excellence in this area and are fortunate to have staff with skill and expertise in this area. |
| Stomal Therapist | Yes | Negotiable with Southern Health |
| Gerontological Care | Yes | Margaret O'Connor - Nurse Practitioner visits regularly. |
| Updated: 3 Jul 2017 | ||
Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay
| Respite, Carer Support or other Short Stay | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Respite | Yes | If beds available |
| Carer Support | Yes | If beds available |
| Subsidised | Yes | |
| Updated: 12 Jun 2017 | ||
Features
| Feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Under 65 yrs with Disability | Yes | |
| Palliative Care Contract | Yes | Negotiated with DHB on an individual basis |
| Other End of Life/Palliative Care | Yes | We have an expert group of Registered and Enrolled Nurses who specialise in this area. |
| Rooms (Single) | Yes | |
| Rooms (Shared) | Yes | 2 double rooms - ideal for couples |
| Rooms (Suit Couple) | Yes | As above |
| Ensuite | Yes | Shared between 2 rooms |
| May Bring Own Furniture | Yes | We welcome people making their room their home. |
| Alcohol Permitted | Yes | |
| Phone Access In Own Room | Yes | |
| Resident can adjust heating in own room | Yes | |
| Residents Committee | Yes | Food Satisfaction Committee |
| Newsletter | Yes | We have one available 3-4 times a year to keep Residents and families up to date with what is happening as well as our PSS newsletter - People Matters. |
| Policy for management of challenging behaviour | Yes | |
| Lounges/seating areas | Yes | |
| Outings | Yes | Van trips weekly |
| Smoking Permitted | Yes | In one designated area outside |
| Sprinklers | Yes | |
| Audit report available | Yes | |
| Updated: 12 Jun 2017 | ||
Special Features
| Vickery Court is beside Countdown so residents are able to take themselves or be taken shopping. |
| Updated: 26 May 2016 |
Interests & Activities
| The Activity programme is planned in conjunction with the residents expressed requests and includes 4 dances a year plus Board games, Canine friends, Church, Children, Craft, Entertainment, Exercises, Games, Happy Hour, Jigsaw, Library, Newspaper reading, Outings, Pastoral care and Stroke Group, Blind Foundation |
| Updated: 24 May 2016 |
Languages Spoken
| Language | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | |
| Fijian Indian | Yes | |
| Filipino | Yes | |
| Hindi | Yes | |
| Interpreter | Yes | We would seek to obtain the services of an interpreter for any identified language need |
| Updated: 24 May 2016 | ||
Religious/Spiritual Affiliations
| Religious/Spiritual Affiliations | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| (Other comments) | Yes | While Vickery Court is a Presbyterian based organisation providing a weekly Christian Church service with the Presbyterian Support Southland Chaplain people of any/all denominations/beliefs/faiths are welcome as are their spiritual mentors |
| Updated: 24 May 2016 | ||
Distances
| Location | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Public Transport | At the gate | |
| Shops | Countdown is nextdoor. | |
| Library | Books are delivered | |
| Updated: 24 May 2016 | ||
Credentials & Membership
| Credentials & Membership | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| CareerForce | Yes | All staff are encouraged to complete Level 3 with Careerforce. PSS runs regular training |
| National Certificate in Support of the Older Person (not available after Dec 2010) | Yes | A number of careworkers have their National Certicate |
| Rest Home MOH Audit Report Available. | Yes | |
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| Updated: 24 May 2016 | ||