Health Care Advocacy
Why Having an RN by Your Side Matters
One of the most important services we provide is health care advocacy. Far too many health conditions can worsen if a patient’s medical history and current health care regimen are not fully evaluated. In today’s environment, a medical provider’s average time spent with a patient is about 20 minutes. This may not be enough time to fully comprehend all the intricacies of patient’s life story and often leads to managing a specific symptom instead of providing the holistic care required for people to achieve optimum wellness.
Navigating medical appointments and hospital stays can be overwhelming. Having a Registered Nurse advocate by your parent’s side ensures nothing is missed and every decision is informed. An RN can translate medical terms, ask the right questions, track important details, and coordinate between specialists. Their presence helps prevent errors, ensures care aligns with your parent’s wishes, and gives families confidence that their loved one is receiving thorough, respectful, and well-coordinated care.
Transitions
The most challenging time for anyone facing a health situation is during the transition from one care environment to another – home to hospital, hospital to rehab facility, hospital or rehab facility to home. When you are admitted to the hospital, it’s critical that you have someone with you who knows your history and specific needs. We’re with you every step of the way, to ensure you’re receiving the proper care, treatment and medications – right when you need them. Because of our extensive health care backgrounds, we can raise questions immediately if a specific medication or treatment seems contraindicated or unnecessary. Through meticulous discharge planning, we make certain that every transition is a safe one. Whether it is ensuring that the home is outfitted with necessary medical supplies or that quality care is being delivered by a well-trained staff, we pay attention to the critical details that make a transition seamless.
Advanced Directives
Advance directives are essential to ensuring your wishes are honored in any medical situation. These legal documents include the Health Care Proxy (HCP), which names someone to make medical decisions on your behalf, and the Power of Attorney (POA), which authorizes a trusted person to handle your financial and legal affairs. They may also include a MOLST (Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment), a DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) order, and other instructions that outline the treatments you do or do not want—especially in serious illness or end-of-life situations.
At HealthSense, our RN care managers guide you through the process with compassion and clarity. We help you define your preferences, choose the right decision-makers, and have important conversations with family and providers. We assist with completing and securing your documents, connect you to trusted legal resources, and ensure everything is accessible when needed. By preparing in advance, you reduce stress for loved ones and make certain your care reflects your values.
Our nurse care managers are experts in palliative and end-of-life care. As seasoned clinicians, they are knowledgeable on pain management strategies and work closely with their client’s interdisciplinary team in ensuring that their client’s quality of life and comfort are at the forefront of a compassionate holistic approach to care.
How It Works:
Book A Consultation
Speak with a dedicated care manager to assess your family’s needs.
Develop A Care Plan
We create a customized strategy for medical, personal, and home care needs.
Ongoing Support & Advocacy
Continuous monitoring and assistance to adapt to changing health needs.
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We help families in the New York metro area take the stress out of senior care. With 30+ years of experience in Aging Life Care™, our nurse care managers guide you through complex medical decisions, coordinate care, and provide personalized support—so your loved one can thrive and you can breathe easier.
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