A useful guide to diabetes and medication management in Brisbane for NDIS participants in need of in-home nursing care.

Community nursing is a very specialised yet very necessary service that many NDIS participants need. But do you know the full benefits that a Community Nurse can deliver? We aim to clarify the role of Community Nurses, and also illustrate just how much of a lifeline they can be to individuals and families needing NDIS in-home care in Brisbane. 

When considering in-home care, it’s not uncommon for most people – including culturally and linguistically diverse communities - to follow very family focused traditions. This means that the prospect of seeking nursing help may not be something you or your loved ones have considered. However, at Hilltop Caring, it’s our mission to ensure that people living with disability and their families no longer have to struggle alone when help is available. The idea is not to replace familial care, but rather to enhance and assist those in your support circle so that you receive the best health care for your needs. 

WHAT ARE COMMUNITY NURSES?

Community Nurses are Registered nurses and Enrolled Nurses that provide a service outside of the hospital. For example, they can assist you in your home or in a shared accommodation if you need assistance with disability related health care needs. They are fully trained to administer injections when needed and change dressings on wounds or help with other medical requirements.

COMMUNITY NURSES CAN HELP WITH DIABETES MANAGEMENT

If you live with diabetes, you’ll know that it takes some considerable management which requires a certain level of focus, organisation, and precision. This is not always easy to do on your own when living with a severe functional impairment. Increasingly, more and more disability-related health services are available for funding through the NDIS and this includes diabetes management. 

If you are unable to manage your own diabetes due to your disability, seek help from Hilltop Caring’s Community Nursing service in Brisbane, which will ensure that a nurse is allocated to you for specific help with diabetes. This will include monitoring your blood sugar levels, administering medication and insulin intake.

MEDICATION MANAGEMENT

For participants who require a medical professional to administer their medication on a regular basis, medication management is an beneficial service.

Hilltop Caring offers medication management by NDIS Registered Nurses in Brisbane who are fully compliant with all NDIS regulations and quality control measures. Since medications can pose serious risks if used inappropriately or at an incorrect dosage, it may be a good idea to let Registered Nurses handle your medication management in Brisbane.

At Hilltop Caring we are qualified to manage all kinds of medication from tablets to oral liquids, inhalers and more. Our nurses will thoroughly check your doses, expiry dates, help you to understand possible side effects, and safely administer your medicine on time. In the case of a missed or incorrect dosage, our nurses will also know how to handle the situation professionally and can help you access emergency services if necessary. We take strict measures to ensure that your health is always protected.

HILLTOP’S COMMUNITY NURSES CAN HELP YOU

For reliable assistance from Community Nurses in Brisbane, contact Hilltop Caring. Our nurses are not only experts at what they do, but they are also culturally sensitive, respectful of your beliefs and personal choices, and most of all, compassionate. We deliver diabetes management and medication management throughout Greater Brisbane with utmost care and nurturing so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind knowing that your health is being put first. Contact us today on 07 3096 0088 and let’s get you on the road to better, supported health.