Hospice Care Huron

Independent Health Solutions, LLC

Hospice Care Huron
Promoting Health, Safety and Independence

Address
1143 Lincoln Ave SW
Place
Huron, SD   57350 
Landline
(605) 352-4663
Fax
(605) 353-1373
E-Mail
[email protected]
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Website
www.independenthealthsd.com

Description

Independent Health Solutions works to improve the sustainability of community healthcare through home healthcare, educational seminars, health screenings, community programs, and support groups. Specialized programs are developed to implement strategies for improving the health of individuals as well as South Dakota communities. At Independent Health Solutions, we are passionate about care, compassionate about people.

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  • Care Plan Development

    It is important for any patient to have continuity of care from hospital to home. After being discharged from the hospital, your doctor might have recommended Home Health Care or Adaptive Health Services at home for you. If that is the case, Independent Health Solutions can help with the Care Plan Development. We have nurses who will take care of: Development or Revision of Care Plan Hospital Discharge Assistance Nursing Home Placement Assistance (if necessary) Arranging Medical Equipment Rentals Assisting Clients in Sourcing Funds for Health Services Rehabilitation Planning Assistance with Inpatient and Outpatient Services Providing Guidance on Healthcare Policy Coordinate Follow-up Treatments or Doctor Visits Client Advocacy Individualized client goals We work with the patient in laying out their objectives for care delivery and the schedules they prefer. Based on their care needs now, we outline the progressive steps in the therapy/treatment plan with due consideration to the patient’s home environment and the changes that can potentially take place over the course of care. This service is focused on the client’s long term recovery goals. We educate and encourage the patient (along with the family members) to pursue the treatment in order to yield long-term positive results.

  • Medication Reconciliation

    At Independent Health Solutions, our extensive network connects us to pharmacists and medical professionals who can conduct Medication Therapy Management that involves Medication Reconciliation. This is especially helpful when the patient has multiple prescription medications to keep track of. In some cases, our medical professionals will assess the medications for drug interaction – thus eliminating or reducing the possibility of adverse side effects.

  • Dietary Consultation

    Keeping a balanced diet is important especially during recovery or when you’ve been diagnosed with an illness. Independent Health Solutions collaborates with nutritionists, skilled nurses, and specialty clinics for dietary consultation regarding the topics concerning: General Nutrition Therapy Allergic Reactions to Food Oncology Cases HBP (High Blood Pressure) Nutrition for Athletes Weight Loss / Gain Diabetes Miletus Gastrointestinal Disorders Cardiac Disease Anorexia / Bulimia Gluten Free Diet

  • Home Health Aide Services

    At Independent Health Solutions, our home health aides are given the privilege of caring for clients with disabilities or challenges that accompany aging and/or chronic illness. They work alongside nurses and other medical professionals as they perform essential patient care tasks like: General Health Supervision Reminding the Client to take Medications Light Housekeeping Tasks Help the Client with Daily Personal Tasks (Bathing and Dressing) Personal Hygiene Assistance Meal Preparation Safety Supervision Organize Appointments for the Client Vital Signs monitoring Transportation Running Errands

  • Adaptive Solutions

    When we’re faced with a disability – whether permanent or temporary due to injury – any form of help will be a relief. Help can come from medical professionals, from loved ones and from medical equipment too. Independent Health Solutions offers adaptive solutions that are helpful for the mobility-impaired. We provide the transitional therapy that will enable the patient to regain his or her mobility with a progressive therapy plan. However, for individuals with more permanent disabilities, we offer adaptive solutions and other mobility equipment that can lessen restrictions of physical activity and daily living. Our services include acquiring for, educating and training the patient in using: Hand Rails Walk-in Showers Hospital Beds Ambulation Devices Wheelchair Ramps Wheelchairs Support Crutches Rollators Walkers Walking Aids Motorized Scooters other various mobility equipment

  • Home Safety Evaluation

    One of the first steps to this is to fully assess your home for safety. The purpose of home health care is to promote continuity and safety of recovery for the individual. If the home environment poses health risks or safety hazards, there can be adjustments made upon the recommendation of the nurse who conducts the Home Safety Evaluation.

  • Case Management

    At Independent Health Solutions, our care team collaborates with clinicians, doctors, specialized therapist, and social workers. This is essential in the process of Case Management. Our goal in providing this service is to promote continuity of care for the client. Some of the responsibilities include: Rehabilitation Guidance and Support Alternative Living Arrangements Psychosocial Evaluation Coordination of Follow-Up Medical Check-Ups or Treatment Assisting in the Development of the Care Plan Counseling Sessions with the Patient Medication Reconciliation

  • Patient Education

    It’s important to know more about our health and what to expect as the disease progresses. Not only when it concerns us as the patient but also when it concerns our loved ones – the more we know, the better we can help them. At Independent Health Solutions, offers Patient Education in various health topics. We have nurses and medical professionals who can guide patients with various diseases: Alzheimer’s Disease Arthritis Asthma Cancer Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Cystic Fibrosis Diabetes Heart Disease Osteoporosis

  • Relocation Assistance

    Moving home from different place can be difficult if you don’t have anyone to help you during the move. Independent Health Solutions offers relocation assistance for the elderly and disabled. We make the experience of moving less stressful and smoother. Our staff can help with care placement arrangements and the admission process to: Rehabilitation Facilities Nursing Homes Skilled Nursing Facilities Retirement Homes Hospital Admission and Discharge

  • Palliative Care

    Palliative Care is often recommended for patients who have limited life expectancies due to illness. It is interchangeably referred to as End-of-Life Care or Hospice Care. At this point, the patient or the family members have decided to no longer pursue aggressive rehabilitative treatments but rather they choose to focus on the patient’s comfort as the disease takes its course. With Palliative Care, our compassionate caregivers take time to listen and to understand what the patient is going through. We offer Palliative Care in the form of: Coordination of Care Pain Management Medical Social Services Volunteer Services Respite Care Spiritual Support Nutritional Counseling Grief Counseling Services for family members

  • Skilled Nursing

    At Independent Health Solutions, our nurses provide rehabilitate, manage, and evaluate individualized care for our clients. Their patient care role includes collaboration with the healthcare team to develop and coordinate an integrated client-centered healthcare plan. They implement executive and independent nursing strategies under the direction of an authorized healthcare provider. If the client wishes to keep his or her own doctors, we will work with the doctor in the development of the care plan as well as over the course of care. Our skilled nursing team will design a teaching plan based on the client’s need. Our nursing staff pride themselves on patient advocacy; and will accompany the client when going to the doctor’s appointment of specialty clinic. Other functions involved in Skilled Nursing Care are: Wound Care and Dressing Changes Catheter Care Symptom Monitoring Nursing Care Referrals Case Management IV Infusion Specimen Collection Physical Assessment

  • Personal Care

    There are many ways that caregivers can ease the burden of health issues for patients. Independent Health Solutions believes in the difference that Personal Care can make especially for the elderly and the disabled. We offer Personal Care services that include but are not limited to: AM and PM Care Transportation to and from Medical Appointments Meal Preparation Help with Bathing and Showering Assistance with Toileting Medication Monitoring and Reminders Monitoring Client’s Diet Helping the Client Get Dressed Home Safety Supervision

  • Specialized Therapy

    Physical Therapy Sports Physical Therapy Aquatic Therapy (Pool Exercises) Flexibility Exercises Range of Motion Energy Management and Conservation Joint Mobility Training Chronic Pain Treatment and Management Home Exercise Programs Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Sensation Restoration Treatment Occupational Therapy Equipment Training Skills Restoration Exercises Basic Skills Re-Education Preventing Health Complications and Injuries Fatigue Management in Overcoming Disability Enhancing the Client’s Coordination Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Speech Therapy Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis Adaptive Speech Devices Treatment for Cognition Disorders Alternative Communication Methods (Sign Language) In-Home Therapy Sessions Therapy for Expressive Language Delays Treatment for Auditory Processing Disorders Dysphagia Treatment (Difficulty in Swallowing) Respiratory Therapy Preventing Respiratory Infections Obtaining and analyzing sputum Managing artificial airways Vital Signs Monitoring Emergency respiratory care Oxygen and Aerosol Therapy Restorative Therapy Coming soon…

  • On-Site Insurance Physical Examination

    All insurance companies require a “mini physical” which are exams to obtain a policy. The insurance exam is completed by a licensed examiner who will contact you to set an appointment at your convenience. The exam can be completed at your home or office. The exam consists of a blood and urine sample, height and weight check, blood pressure measurement and a detailed review of your medical history. On some occasions, an electrocardiogram (ECG) may be required depending upon the insurance company.

  • Professional Caregiver Support

    We assist in the development or training for caregivers in the professional world, building nursing homes and assisted living. We offer the most current evidence-based training to certify caregivers as approved by the South Dakota Board of Nursing.

  • Alzheimer’s Education

    Alzheimer’s Disease is one of the most expensive diseases in the nation. In South Dakota, Alzheimer’s Disease ranks no.2 in the nation for death – attributed to Alzheimer’s diseases based on www.alz.org

  • Health Screening

    We conduct preventive health screenings that focus on heart disease, cardiovascular disease and stroke.

  • Blood Pressure Clinic

    We can facilitate group health assessments, blood pressure check and general health education or access to helpful resources.

  • On-site Vaccination

    On-site, we can administer pneumonia vaccines and influenza vaccines especially during the flu season. We have well-trained nurses who can carry out these preventive health measures at more affordable costs.

  • Paramedical Exams

    A paramedical exam consists of some questions about your medical history, measurements of your height and weight, blood pressure and pulse. A urine specimen is also collected. Undressing is not required and the exam usually lasts 20 to 30 minutes. Your application for insurance is not complete until we have obtained this necessary information. We provide a full line of paramedical and skilled nursing as well as physical examination services for the insurance underwriting process. Our affiliation with the states’ top examination, medical, diagnostic testing and data collection providers allow approval to do testing for all business corporations and insurance companies statewide. This process is timely and uncomplicated. All of the information obtained during the paramedical examination is strictly confidential and for insurance purposes only. It will be forwarded to the insurance company for review to help evaluate your individual policy.

  • Specimens Collection

    A urine specimen will be collected during a paramedical exam. The tests done are determined by the insurance company and are performed in a laboratory. The test results will be sent only to the insurance company and are used in the underwriting process. Each individual insurance company selects the tests they need for the underwriting procedure. We are requested only to collect and prepare blood for analysis; the insurance company gives instructions to the lab regarding specific tests. You are required to sign a consent form and a chain-of-custody form for your own protection.

  • Family Caregiver Support

    We provide caregiver relief by skilled professionals for family members who are caring for loved ones with chronic illness. Everyone needs to take a rest from caregiving duties – even if you’re caring for a loved one or a family member without getting paid. You still need to get enough rest in order to prevent health complications for yourself. While you’re taking a breather, you can count on our team to watch over your loved one with the same level of attention and commitment that we would provide for our family.

  • Public Education Seminar

    Heart Disease Diabetes Stroke Nutrition Renal Failure Vascular Disease COPD Preventive Health

  • Types of Staff Training Provided

    We can conduct continuing education and trainings for staff members which is our way of helping improve their competencies and at the same time, maintaining the quality of services that our organization hopes to uphold. Training Programs include: Emergency Planning CPR First Aid (First Aid kit provided) Fire Safety Body Mechanics to avoid job injury Ergonomics Preparedness Lift Training Sit Testing DOT Testing BAT Testing Administrative Office Screening Specialized Curriculum Related to Human Resources Types of Training: Specialized Curriculum Human Resources First Aide Body Mechanics Disaster Preparedness Temporary Medical Staffing Administrative Office Specialist

  • Other Services Provided by Independent Health Solutions

    We can schedule any of the listed services to be provided on site or on any facility location upon request. We can also conduct these services in your office / work place. Please make sure to call ahead and make reservations. We will do our best to prepare for the volume of work or health service demand from all our clients and customers. On-site Vaccination Lunch and Learn Seminar Blood Pressure Clinic Health Educational seminars/workshops on heart disease, stroke, COPD and Injury Prevention Specimen Collection Drug Testing DOT Blood and Alcohol Testing

  • DOT Physicals

    The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol testing regulations for commercial driver license (CDL) employees are contained in 49 CFR Part 382, and 49 CFR Part 40. These regulations can be found at: www.fmcsa.dot.gov This summarizes the regulations as they apply to CDL, drivers, and is intended to better educate drivers about their rights and obligations as participants in a DOT drug and alcohol testing programs. Who Must Be Tested? All CDL drivers operating, commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) (greater than 26,000 GVWR, or transporting more than 16 passengers, including the driver, or placarded hazardous materials) on public roadways must be DOT drug and alcohol tested. This applies to any driver required to possess a CDL, including those employed by Federal, State, and local government agencies. “owner operators” and equivalently licensed drivers from foreign countries. Part-time drivers must also be included in an employer’s drug and alcohol testing program. Drivers who only operate CMVs on private property not open to the public do not require testing. Required Tests CDL drivers are subject to each of the following types of tests: Pre-Employment A new driver must be drug tested with a negative result before and employer can permit him to operate a CMV on a public road. Alcohol testing is permitted only if it applies to all CDL drivers. If a driver is removed from a random testing pool for more than 30 days, he must again be pre-employment tested. Post Accident CDL drivers must be drug and alcohol tested. Whenever they are involved in a fatal accident, or receive a traffic citation resulting from an injury or vehicle-disabling accident. The alcohol test must occur within 8 hours, and the drug test must occur within 32 hours. Random Testing CDL drivers are subject to unannounced random testing. A driver may be directed to take a drug test even when at home in an off-duty status. Random alcohol testing may only occur when the driver is on-duty or immediately before or after. Once notified to report for random testing, drivers most immediately report to the testing location. Delaying your arrival may be considered a refusal (see 49 CFR 40.191), which is required equivalent to testing positive. Reasonable Suspicion DOT-trained supervisors can direct you to be drug or alcohol tested whenever you exhibit signs of drug or alcohol abuse. The decision must be based on observations concerning the appearance, behavior, speech, or body odors of the driver. Return-to-Duty Return-to-duty tests require “direct observation” as prescribed in 49 CFR 40.67, they are only required after an employee has completed the “return-to-duty” process, and wants to return to work in a safety sensitive function (I.e. driving CMVs) They replace the pre-employment test for “positive” tested and “refusal” drivers. Follow-Up Follow-up drug and alcohol tests are required as prescribed by the substance abuse. Professional (SAP) They consist of a minimum of a t least six unannounced directly observed tests conducted during the first 12 months following the return-to-duty test. The SAO can prescribe follow-up testing for a maximum of 5 years for drivers who have tested “positive” or “refused to test”. Follow-up testing is in addition to any selections for random testing. Testing Procedures Once notified to report for testing, a CDL, driver must report to the collection site immediately. (To familiarize yourself with other aspects of the DOT drug and alcohol testing program, please refer to: www.dot.gov/ost/dapc). DOT drug testing only recognizes urinalysis as a valid means for drug testing if problems are identified, you may be required to retest under direct observation. A driver is only permitted three hours to produce a urine specimen. Leaving the collection site before the process has been completed may be declared a “refusal”. Once tested, the laboratory will report the analysis to a medical review officer (MRO). If the analysis indicates a positive result, the MRO will contact the driver to determine whether there are circumstances that would explain the positive result. If there are none, the MRO will report a positive result to the employer.

  • Drug and Alcohol Testing

    Drug Testing Employee drug testing is not about invading privacy; it is about maintaining a healthy and safe work environment. Employee drug testing programs ensure quality of work and reduce employer liability. Fingerprint Services Do you need to be fingerprinted for your professions? Independent Health Solutions is the preferred collection of site for banks, brokerage firms, mortgage professionals, nurses, volunteers, teachers, coaches or anyone required to be fingerprinted for their profession across the state. Controlled Substances The regulations require 5-panel testing for the following classes of substances: Marijuana Cocaine Opiates-opium and codeine derivatives Amphetamines and methamphetamines Phencyclidine-PCP For more information, visit: www.usdoj.gov/dea/concern Consequences A positive test result or a refusal requires the driver to be immediately removed from operating any CMV on public roadways. The employer must provide you with a list of acceptable SAPs from which to choose to begin the “return-to-duty” process. This process must be completed before a positive or refusal driver can legally return to driving CMVs for any employer, including himself. The impact of testing positive or refusing to test can be devastating for a driver and his family. It often results in extended periods of unemployment. Due to the time necessary to complete the “return-to-duty” process with a qualified SAP and the tendency of employers not to hire drivers with drug or alcohol histories. Even after completing the “return-to-duty” process and finding employment. The additional return-to-duty and follow-up testing often adds increased stress and financial strain on the driver.

  • Skilled Nursing Physical Examinations

    We provide a full line of paramedical and skilled nursing, as well as physical examination services. Our affiliation with the top medical, diagnostic testing and data collection providers allow approval to do testing for all business corporations and companies statewide. Our process includes collecting personal health history, nursing assessments, diagnostic testing and specimen collections. This process is timely and uncomplicated. Skilled Nursing includes: Physical Exams Medical Exams Paramedical Exams Saliva Collection Stress Tests Blood and Urine Collection EKG

  • Lab Testing Services

    Medical lab testing is one of the most effective methods for detecting and preventing disease and now it’s more affordable and convenient and cost-effective lab tests. Chemistry Panel Cholesterol (Lipid Screen) CBC (Complete Blood Count) PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Urinalysis

  • Medical Testing and Exams

    We offer the state’s most reliable and responsive medical testing and examination services including: DNA paternity testing Drug testing Fingerprinting Paramedical exams Medical testing Specimen collection Blood Testing – Blood testing has been found to provide important information for underwriting purposes. A wide range information are completed by a laboratory and the results are sent only to the insurance company. Medically trained professionals are ready and available across the state. Our timely and efficient collection and examination services allow us to see you at any location!

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