Understanding Skilled Nursing Care: What to Expect in Arizona
When recovering from surgery, injury, or serious illness, transitioning directly from a hospital to home isn’t always the best path to recovery. That’s where short-term skilled nursing facilities come in. At Santé Cares, we specialize in creating a smooth and supportive bridge between hospital care and home recovery. Whether you need cardiac skilled nursing, neurological skilled nursing, or post-surgical skilled nursing, our Arizona facilities are equipped to provide comprehensive, personalized care tailored to your recovery journey.
We’ll break down what skilled nursing care involves, who it’s for, and what you can expect from Santé Cares’ specialized services.
What is Short-Term Skilled Nursing?
Short-term skilled nursing is a type of transitional care designed for individuals who require medical attention, rehabilitation, and monitoring following a hospital stay. It’s ideal for patients recovering from surgeries, illnesses, or injuries who are not yet ready to return home safely.
Key Features of Short-Term Skilled Nursing Facilities:
- 24/7 Medical Supervision: Licensed nurses and therapists provide round-the-clock care.
- Personalized Rehabilitation Plans: Physical, occupational, and speech therapy tailored to your needs.
- Specialized Programs: Focused care for post-surgical, cardiac, neurological, and post-injury recovery.
- Comfortable Accommodations: Resort-style amenities designed to support both healing and comfort.
Santé Cares offers short-term skilled nursing in four Arizona locations: Mesa, Chandler, North Scottsdale, and Surprise, ensuring accessible, quality care throughout the greater Phoenix area.
Who Can Benefit from Skilled Nursing Care?
Skilled nursing care is ideal for patients who need more support than what can be provided through home health services but do not require long-term residential care. Common reasons patients utilize short-term skilled nursing include:
- Post-Surgical Recovery: Including orthopedic, cardiac, and gastrointestinal surgeries.
- Cardiac Skilled Nursing: For patients recovering from heart failure, bypass surgery, valve replacements, or pacemaker installations.
- Neurological Skilled Nursing: Specialized care for stroke recovery, Parkinson’s disease, and non-traumatic brain injuries.
- Post-Injury Rehabilitation: Assistance following fractures, traumatic brain injuries, or other major injuries.
- Infectious Disease Recovery: Focused care for patients recovering from sepsis, pneumonia, or complex infections.
Santé’s expert care teams create individualized recovery plans to ensure patients meet their health goals and transition home safely.
The Benefits of Short-Term Skilled Nursing at Santé Cares
Choosing the right skilled nursing facility can significantly impact recovery time and long-term health outcomes. Santé Cares focuses on patient-centered care, ensuring that each guest receives the specialized treatment they need in a comfortable, healing environment.
Why Choose Santé Cares?
- Physician-Led Teams: Experienced medical professionals oversee every aspect of your care.
- Customized Rehabilitation Plans: Each patient receives therapies tailored to their specific needs, whether it’s cardiac skilled nursing or post-surgical skilled nursing.
- Holistic Approach to Healing: Beyond physical recovery, we focus on emotional well-being and long-term independence.
- Resort-Style Amenities: Private suites, restaurant-style dining, and wellness services create a nurturing environment.
Specialized Skilled Nursing Services at Santé
Santé Cares offers comprehensive, condition-specific programs to address various recovery needs:
Cardiac Skilled Nursing
For patients recovering from heart surgeries or managing chronic heart conditions, our cardiac rehabilitation program offers continuous cardiac monitoring to ensure patient safety and track recovery progress. Heart-healthy meal plans are carefully crafted to support cardiovascular health and promote healing. Additionally, physical therapy sessions are tailored to strengthen cardiovascular endurance, improve mobility, and help patients regain their independence.
Neurological Skilled Nursing
Stroke survivors, patients with Parkinson’s disease, and individuals recovering from brain injuries benefit from specialized neurological care. Our program includes neurology-focused physical, occupational, and speech therapy designed to restore cognitive and physical functions. Cognitive rehabilitation programs help improve memory, problem-solving, and daily living skills, while balance and mobility training aid in enhancing coordination and reducing the risk of falls during recovery.
Post-Surgical Skilled Nursing
We assist patients recovering from major surgeries such as orthopedic surgeries—including knee, hip, and shoulder replacements—gastrointestinal surgeries, and spine surgeries. Our care team focuses on effective pain management, ensuring comfort throughout the recovery process while providing wound care to promote healing and prevent infections. Mobility training is integrated into each care plan, helping patients regain strength and confidence as they transition back to their daily routines.
Post-Injury Skilled Nursing
Accidents can lead to complex injuries that require focused rehabilitation. Our post-injury skilled nursing services include orthopedic trauma rehabilitation to restore physical function and mobility, along with comprehensive wound care management to support proper healing. Tailored physical therapy sessions help patients rebuild strength, improve range of motion, and regain independence, enabling a smoother recovery process.
Each of these specialized programs at Santé is designed to provide patients with the personalized care and support they need to achieve their recovery goals and transition home confidently.
What to Expect During Your Stay
Every patient at Santé receives a personalized care plan that includes:
- Daily Therapy Sessions: Physical, occupational, or speech therapy, depending on recovery needs.
- Medical Monitoring: Continuous assessments to track progress and adjust treatment plans.
- Nutrition & Wellness Support: Dietitian-approved meal plans to support healing.
- Social & Recreational Activities: Designed to promote mental health and community engagement.
FAQs:
Q: How long is a typical stay?
A: Most patients stay between 1-3 weeks, depending on their recovery goals and medical needs.
Q: Does Medicare cover skilled nursing care?
A: Yes, Medicare often covers short-term skilled nursing after a qualifying hospital stay. Our team can help verify your benefits.
Choose Santé Cares for Arizona’s Premier Short-Term Skilled Nursing
Santé Cares is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Whether you require cardiac skilled nursing, neurological skilled nursing, or help after surgery or injury, our expert team is here to support your recovery journey.
With four convenient Arizona locations—Mesa, Chandler, North Scottsdale, and Surprise—we make it easy to access the care you need.
Ready to take the next step in your recovery? Contact us today to learn more about our services or schedule a tour of one of our short-term skilled nursing facilities.
Sources:
- https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/skilled-nursing-facility-care
- https://catalog.ninds.nih.gov/publications/post-stroke-rehabilitation
- https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cardiac-rehab/what-is-cardiac-rehabilitation
