Find the Best Nursing Care with Monarch Care skilled nursing care

At Monarch Care, we offer skilled nursing care in managing post-surgical, acute, chronic, and complex wounds. Our dedicated and experienced nurses provide expert wound and nursing care in the comfort of your home or nursing home, offering services such as:

• Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
• Compression Therapy and Non-Invasive Vascular Assessments
• Foot Ulcer Offloading and Management
• Pressure Injury Care
• Flap, Skin Graft, and Donor Site Management

We deliver in-home wound care services across the Gold Coast and surrounding areas, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care without needing to travel. We also offer consultations in hospitals to support a smooth transition from hospital to home or residential care facilities.

The initial and ongoing care of stoma patients is critical in promoting a positive experience and enhancing their quality of life.

Our stomal therapy nurses bring a wealth of expertise, skilled nursing care and understanding to each consultation. Offering both in home and nursing home consultations :

• Preoperative assessments
• Postoperative care
• Troubleshooting stomal complications such as hernias, leakage, and peristomal skin damage
• Amending Stoma Appliance Scheme (SAS) products to ensure optimal fit and comfort
• Ongoing education and support to help clients transition and self-manage their stomas

We are committed to providing personalised, compassionate care every step of the way.

We understand the importance of continuous learning for aged care staff to manage complex cases effectively. Our team provides tailored in-servicing and education sessions on key topics such as:

• Stomal care best practices and troubleshooting
• Advanced wound care techniques and pressure injury prevention
• Incontinence management strategies and product use
• And more skilled nursing care topics

These in-services are designed to address the specific needs of each facility, ensuring staff are equipped with the latest knowledge and practical skills to provide high-quality nursing care to their residents. We customise each session based on your facility’s requirements to enhance staff competency and improve resident outcomes.

In residential aged care and nursing homes, managing complex health conditions often requires specialist expertise beyond routine care. Our team of specialist nurses provides expert consultation services, supporting skilled nursing care in addressing the unique needs of elderly residents. Our services include:

• Stomal Therapy Consultations: Assistance with troubleshooting stomal complications such as hernias, leakage, and peristomal skin damage. We also offer guidance on adjusting Stoma Appliance Scheme (SAS) products for improved comfort and functionality.
• Complex Wound Management: Expert care for chronic wounds, pressure injuries, and leg ulcers, using advanced wound care techniques to support healing and reduce complications. Our nurses provide comprehensive wound assessments and tailored treatment plans.
• Pressure Injury Consultations: Prevention and management of pressure injuries are crucial in aged care. Our team helps develop and implement individualised care strategies, offering ongoing support to reduce the risk of further tissue damage.
• Incontinence Management: Guidance on managing urinary and faecal incontinence, including product recommendations, skin care protocols, and catheter management, SPC changes to ensure comfort and dignity for residents.

Foot disease is a common and serious complication in diabetic patients, often resulting from poor circulation, nerve damage (neuropathy), and delayed wound healing. Without proper care, minor foot injuries can develop into chronic wounds, infections, or even lead to amputation.

Our team provides skilled nursing care to manage diabetic foot complications, focusing on:

• Diabetic foot ulcer treatment: We specialise in the assessment and management of diabetic foot ulcers, using advanced wound care techniques to promote healing and reduce the risk of infection.
• Post-surgical management: For patients recovering from foot surgery, we offer tailored care plans to support recovery and minimise the risk of further complications.
• Preventive care: Regular foot checks and assessments are essential in identifying issues early. We monitor circulation, skin condition, and nerve function to detect signs of damage before they escalate.
• Patient education: Empowering patients to take an active role in managing their condition is key. We provide personalised education on proper foot care, blood sugar control, and lifestyle adjustments to help prevent foot problems from worsening.

By combining expert treatment with proactive patient education, we aim to reduce the risk of serious foot complications and enhance the overall well-being of our diabetic patients.

We provide skilled nursing care IV therapy services, including the administration of home antibiotics through PICC lines, portacaths, and other central venous access devices (CVADs). Our team of experienced nurses safely deliver patient home care for IV therapy,

Our services include:

• Administration of home IV antibiotics and other medications via central lines
• Safe management of PICC lines, portacaths, and other central lines
• Regular monitoring to prevent complications such as infection, occlusion, or thrombosis
• Education for patients and caregivers on proper care and maintenance of central lines, including flushing protocols and recognising signs of infection or malfunction
• Coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure appropriate treatment plans are followed

Safety and Infection Control
We prioritise patient safety by following strict protocols for aseptic technique, line dressing changes, and equipment handling to minimise the risk of infection. Our nurses are trained to troubleshoot any issues that may arise with central lines, ensuring continuous, uninterrupted therapy.

Referral and Contact
To refer a patient for home IV therapy or to inquire about our services, click here to submit an online or fax referral, or contact us with any queries.

We aim to respond to all referral requests within 24 hours to arrange the earliest possible appointment.