Advancing In-Home Nursing and Complex Wound Care

The Challenge:

The participant presented with a highly complex chronic wound, compounded by multiple comorbidities including venous insufficiency, cancer, and reduced mobility.

Risks included:

  • Chronic infection and delayed healing
  • Skin fragility and breakdown
  • Malnutrition impacting recovery
  • Increased likelihood of hospitalisation

 

Our Approach:

  1. Structured, Evidence-Based Wound Management
    • Regular dressing changes and compression therapy
    • Advanced wound care products and techniques
    • Ongoing infection monitoring and escalation

 

  1. Nurse-Led Clinical Oversight
    • Weekly reviews and care plan adjustments
    • Collaboration with GP and specialists
    • Detailed documentation and wound tracking

 

  1. Multidisciplinary Coordination

Engagement with 8–10 healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care.

 

  1. Whole-of-Person Support
    • Nutritional support and education
    • Daily living assistance
    • Skin integrity and prevention strategies

 

The Outcome:

Up to 95% granulation and significant wound healing
No hospital admissions during care period
Improved mobility and stability
Maintained independence at home

 

Capability Demonstrated:

  • Complex wound and chronic condition management
  • In-home nursing and clinical care
  • Infection prevention and escalation protocols
  • Coordination across multiple healthcare providers

 

When to Refer to VIVA Mutual:

  • Participants with chronic or complex wounds
  • High risk of hospitalisation
  • Need for coordinated in-home nursing care

 

Our Difference:

We deliver hospital-level care at home – without compromising independence or dignity.

Better outcomes happen when the right people act early. That’s the VIVA difference.

Connect with VIVA Mutual via our online Link: VIVA Mutual Connect Now or phone our Support Centre on 8877 8000 or send an email to admin@vivamutual.org.au

 

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