Hospital stays are shorter than ever, outpatient surgery is replacing many inpatient procedures, and many patients find they need extra care while continuing recovery at home. Similarly, follow-up care may be necessary following an emergency room or doctor's office visit.
Oaklawn also offers advanced technology that allows HomeCare Services to track patient health conditions and vital signs through an at-home monitoring system. This TeleHealth technology can monitor health status based on multiple measurements including blood pressure, pulse/oxygen levels, weight, heart rate and more. The patient is prompted to use a simple device up to three times per day, with data transmitted via phone line. The HomeCare staff monitors and provides results to physician offices. The results also may predicate on-site HomeCare follow up.. Oaklawn HomeCare Health Services provides compassionate,quality care to you or your loved one in the comfort and privacy of your home environment. Professional care includes: Wound and ostomy care,I.V. therapy,medication management and evaluation,Assistance with personal needs such as bathing and dressing,Physical and occupational therapy,Speech therapy,Medical social work for community resource planning,CareLine Home Monitoring,providing an at-home electronic service for personal emergency response,Skilled nursing,Physical therapy,Occupational therapy,Wound and ostomy care,Speech therapy,IV and high tech services,Medical social work,Home Health Aide