At Wellspring Home Health, we understand that some individuals need more than occasional home health visits. Private Duty Nursing (PDN) — also known as continuous skilled nursing — delivers dedicated, one-on-one nursing care in the comfort of your home. This service supports medically complex or fragile patients who require ongoing skilled nursing beyond standard intermittent visits.
Whether caring for a child with special medical needs or an adult managing chronic conditions, our PDN services help families avoid unnecessary hospitalizations, reduce caregiver burnout, and promote independence and dignity at home.
What Is Private Duty Nursing (PDN)?
PDN provides extended-hour skilled nursing care by licensed Registered Nurses (RNs) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Unlike traditional home health (short visits a few times a week), PDN offers consistent, hourly or shift-based care — often 8–24 hours per day, depending on medical necessity.
Key differences from standard home health:
- Continuous vs. intermittent — PDN meets needs requiring several hours of skilled care daily.
- One-on-one focus — Your nurse is dedicated solely to one patient.
- Flexible scheduling — Shifts tailored to family routines and medical requirements.
PDN Services for Children (Pediatric Private Duty Nursing)
Available at our Tacoma, WA location.
We specialize in supporting medically fragile children and their families. Pediatric PDN helps children with complex conditions thrive at home instead of in institutional settings.
Common conditions we support:
- Technology dependence (ventilators, tracheostomies, feeding tubes, oxygen)
- Neurological disorders, seizures, or brain injuries
- Premature birth complications or congenital conditions
- Post-surgical recovery or chronic illnesses requiring frequent monitoring
Services include:
- Ventilator management and respiratory care
- Medication administration and IV therapy
- Seizure monitoring and management
- Nutritional support via G-tubes or other devices
- Vital signs monitoring and early intervention
- Family education and training for caregivers
- Developmental support in a familiar environment
Benefits for families:
- Fewer hospital readmissions
- Reduced parental stress with professional support
- Better sleep and quality of life for the whole family
- Opportunity for the child to participate in daily home life and school when possible
PDN Services for Adults
Our adult PDN programs support individuals with ongoing medical needs who wish to remain independent at home.
Common conditions we support:
- Chronic illnesses (COPD, heart failure, diabetes complications)
- Neurological conditions (ALS, MS, stroke recovery)
- Post-hospital or post-surgery transitional care
- Wound care requiring frequent attention
- Mobility challenges with complex medical needs
- Veteran-specific care needs
Services include:
- Comprehensive medication management
- Wound care and ostomy management
- Pain management and symptom control
- Respiratory support and tracheostomy care
- IV infusions and injections
- Monitoring complications with prompt physician coordination
- Personal care assistance integrated with skilled nursing
Benefits for adults and families:
- Safe transition from hospital to home
- Prevention of institutionalization
- Personalized care that respects routines and preferences
- Relief for family caregivers who can rest or work
Why Choose Wellspring Home Health for PDN?
- Compassionate, experienced team members. Our nurses are specially trained for complex care and treat every patient like family.
- We work closely with physicians, specialists, therapists, and your family
- Locations — Serving Tacoma/Lakewood, WA (including pediatric PDN),
- Focus on outcomes — Our goal is stability, recovery, and maximum independence in the home setting.
PDN is often covered by Medicaid, private insurance, or other funding sources when medical necessity is established. Our team can help verify benefits and navigate the process.
Is PDN Right for You or Your Loved One?
Private Duty Nursing is ideal when:
- The patient needs skilled nursing for 4+ hours per day
- Family caregivers need reliable support
- The goal is to avoid or shorten hospital or facility stays
- Complex medical equipment or procedures are required at home
Take the next step today. Contact Wellspring Home Health for a free in-home assessment. Our caring team will evaluate needs and create a customized PDN care plan.
📍 Tacoma/Lakewood,
Call us:
- Washington: (253) 625-7606
Visit: wellspringhomehealth.com/contact
You’re cared for like family at Wellspring Home Health.