2025-12-15 – Weekly Home Health Nursing News : First home visit safety habits

Last week on our forum, members delved into a variety of key topics relevant to home health nursing. The discussions centered around adapting to regulatory changes, particularly the Patient-Driven Groupings Model (PDGM), and practical safety measures for initial home visits. There was also an engaging exchange of personal insights and strategies that can enhance patient care and nurse safety.


This Week’s Hot Topics

When did PDGM start
Understanding when the Patient-Driven Groupings Model (PDGM) came into effect can help you better navigate its implications on your practice. This thread discusses its timeline and the impact it has had on home health nursing.
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First home visit safety habits
Ensuring safety during the first home visit is a priority. This conversation covers practical habits and strategies to keep both nurses and patients safe. It’s a must-read for refining your home visit protocols.
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Take care, and have a great week ahead.

“nurses and patients safe.” Agree — on first visits I send a “2-min out” text asking for the porch light on and pets secured; if there’s no reply, I wait in the car and call the office before approaching. In dead zones, I use a pre-set check-in call instead.

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