Leaving the hospital is a relief, but it is often just the first step toward full healing. Many people still need close medical attention, regular therapy, and daily support before they can safely return home. Skilled nursing care provides that bridge. At Mountain View Healthcare we guide patients and families through this important stage so recovery continues without setbacks.
What Is Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing facilities provide around the clock licensed medical care for people who no longer need a hospital stay but are not ready to live independently. Our team includes registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, and on site therapists who follow physician directed care plans.
Typical services include:
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Post surgical wound care and dressing changes
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IV therapy, injections, and medication management
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Cardiac and pulmonary monitoring
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Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
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Nutritional counseling and therapeutic meal planning
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Pain management and mobility support
This combination of medical oversight and therapy helps patients regain strength and independence safely.
Why Post Hospital Recovery Matters
Hospital stays often leave patients weaker than expected. Even a short period of bed rest can reduce muscle strength, balance, and endurance. Without structured rehabilitation the risk of falls, infections, and hospital readmission rises sharply.
Skilled nursing provides a controlled environment where recovery milestones such as walking unassisted or climbing stairs are measured and achieved before the patient returns home.
Conditions That Benefit Most
While any adult recovering from surgery or serious illness may benefit, skilled nursing is especially valuable for people who
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Underwent joint replacement or orthopedic surgery
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Experienced a stroke or cardiac event
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Need complex wound care or intravenous antibiotics
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Live with chronic conditions such as COPD, diabetes, or heart failure
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Require neurological rehabilitation after an accident or illness
At Mountain View Healthcare we create individualized plans that address each patient’s diagnosis, lifestyle goals, and long term health.
The Mountain View Approach
Our care is family centered and results driven. Here is what sets us apart:
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Coordinated care teams. Physicians, nurses, therapists, dietitians, and social workers collaborate daily to keep every aspect of care aligned.
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Intensive rehabilitation. Our therapy gym offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy up to seven days a week. Early and consistent therapy shortens recovery times and improves outcomes.
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Seamless hospital transitions. Our admissions team works directly with hospital discharge planners to transfer records, schedule follow up appointments, and arrange transportation so families can focus on their loved one.
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Whole person support. Recovery is more than medical care. We provide emotional support, life enrichment activities, and comfortable private or semi private rooms to create a healing environment.
A Day in Skilled Nursing
Patients typically follow a structured routine:
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Morning: vital signs, nurse practitioner rounds, medication review, and the first therapy session
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Afternoon: additional therapy such as mobility training, balance exercises, or speech therapy plus rest and nutritional counseling
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Evening: family visits, recreational activities, and care plan updates
This balance of activity and rest rebuilds strength while preventing fatigue.
Preparing for a Short Term Stay
Families can make the transition smoother by
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Bringing personal items such as photos, a favorite blanket, and adaptive clothing to make the room feel familiar
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Sharing the hospital discharge summary and medication list with the nursing staff
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Communicating mobility needs such as walkers or braces before admission
Our staff provides a checklist to make packing and planning simple.
From Skilled Nursing Back to Home
The ultimate goal is independence. Before discharge our team conducts a home safety evaluation, educates caregivers on medication management, and provides written instructions for follow up appointments and outpatient therapy.
Many residents continue with outpatient rehab or home health services. Our social workers coordinate those next steps so the momentum of recovery is not lost.
Why Families Choose Mountain View
Families consistently praise Mountain View Healthcare for compassionate care, clear communication, and strong clinical outcomes. Our focus on reducing hospital readmissions and improving functional independence means loved ones can return home safer and stronger.