Home visits & Telephone consultations
Post hospital discharge nursing assessment
Being discharged from the hospital can feel unsettling. You may return home with new medications, unanswered questions or uncertainty about what is normal during recovery. Follow-up appointments are not always immediate, and it can be difficult to know who to contact if concerns arise.
This service provides structured, compassionate clinical support during the transition from hospital to home. The aim is to reduce anxiety, monitor your recovery safely, and ensure you feel informed and confident about the next steps.
Who This Service Is For
This appointment is suitable if you:
Have recently been discharged from hospital
Have new or changed medications
Feel unsure about your recovery plan
Require monitoring following a cardiac, respiratory or medical admission
Would benefit from professional reassurance at home
What the Appointment Includes
Your consultation begins with a review of your recent hospital stay and current care plan. We will discuss:
The reason for your admission
Treatments received
Medication changes
Current symptoms or concerns
Understanding of your discharge instructions
A focused clinical assessment will then be carried out, which may include:
Blood pressure measurement
Heart rate and rhythm assessment
Oxygen saturation levels
Heart and lung auscultation
General observation of your recovery progress
This ensures that any early concerns are identified promptly and appropriately managed.
Ongoing Support and Communication
At the end of your appointment, you will receive a written summary outlining:
Clinical findings
Current observations
Recommendations
Any advice given
If required, this document can be shared with your registered GP or specialist team to support continuity of care.
Where appropriate, referrals or signposting to other healthcare services will be discussed and arranged in partnership with you.
If you would like more information about this service, use the button below to book a no-obligation telephone call.
consultations
Telephone consultations.
A free 15-minute telephone call to discuss your needs and requirements, before booking your appointment, is available.
Video consultations and home visits are available on request.
Clinic appointments are held at:
The Old Post Office, Nettlestone Green, Nettlestone, Seaview, Isle of Wight, PO34 5DZ
disclaimer
I am a registered nurse and will work within my scope of clinical practice and in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Code of Professional Conduct. I will prioritise people, practice effectively, preserve safety and promote professionalism and trust. I am not a doctor and do not diagnose or prescribe medications in this role. If I have concerns that require medical attention, then I will discuss this with you and write to your GP advising them of my findings. I follow strict protocols of confidentiality. I have combined liability insurance and am a member of the Royal College of Nursing, the British Holistic Medical Association (BHMA), and the British Society for Heart Failure (BSH).
Due to insurance and legal purposes, in order to access my services, you must have a registered general practitioner. I do not see patients under 18 years of age or women who are pregnant.
Accessible Services:
My mission is to help support everyone in achieving wellness. I really appreciate the difficult financial times we are all in. If you cannot access my services due to financial reasons, please contact me so we can discuss how I can help you. I will offer discounts to anyone receiving benefits.
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