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24/7 Skilled Nursing Care
Round-the-clock monitoring, medication administration, and compassionate nursing support.
Bridging the gap between hospital and home
Swing Bed Program
The Swing Bed Program provides continued care and rehabilitation after a hospital stay. It is designed for patients who need additional time to recover, build strength, and regain independence before returning home.
Learn moreWho swing bed care is for
Support for the Next Step in Recovery
Swing Bed care is designed for patients who no longer require acute hospital treatment but still need skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or medical support before safely returning home. Every care plan is tailored to the patient's recovery, goals, and overall health.
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Recovering After Surgery
Continue healing with nursing care, rehabilitation, and monitoring after a hospital stay.
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Therapy Services
Patients needing physical, occupational, or speech therapy to regain strength and independence.
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Ongoing Medical Care
Ideal for patients with wounds, IV medications, or other skilled nursing needs.
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Safe Transition Home
Extra time to recover with confidence before returning home or moving to the next level of care.
What the program includes
Skilled Care Built Around Recovery
Our multidisciplinary team provides individualized nursing, rehabilitation, and medical support to help each patient safely progress toward returning home.
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In-House Therapy Services
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy tailored to each patient’s recovery goals.
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Medication and IV Therapy
Ongoing medication management and intravenous treatments provided by skilled clinicians.
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Advanced Wound Care
Specialized treatment plans that support healing and help reduce complications.
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Hospital Service Access
Convenient access to laboratory, imaging, and pharmacy services without leaving the facility.
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Personalized Care Planning
Individual recovery plans focused on helping patients return home safely and confidently.
Advanced wound care
Specialized Treatment that Supports Healing
Our wound care team provides specialized treatment for acute, chronic, and slow-healing wounds. Every treatment plan is personalized to promote healing, reduce complications, and help patients safely continue their recovery.
Surgical wounds
Diabetic ulcers
Pressure ulcers
Burns & infections
Care plans are tailored to the wound, the patient,
and the pace of recovery.
7–10
Average stay
Length of stay
Recovery at Your Own Pace
Every patient's recovery journey is unique. Your care team will develop a personalized treatment plan and monitor your progress each day, helping you safely regain strength, mobility, and independence before returning home.
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Daily progress guided by your care team
Your treatment plan is evaluated and adjusted as you continue to recover.
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A safe transition home
Discharge planning begins early so you leave with the confidence and support you need.
What to expect
Care Focused on Progress, Confidence, and Home
From the day you arrive, your care team works together to help you regain strength, improve independence, and prepare for a safe return home through coordinated rehabilitation and skilled nursing care.
Personalized Plan
A recovery plan built around your individual needs, goals, and progress.
Consistent Therapy
Daily rehabilitation focused on improving strength, mobility, and confidence.
Daily Support
Skilled nursing care, medication management, and ongoing monitoring throughout recovery.
Returning Home
Discharge planning and education help ensure a safe transition back home.
Common questions
Swing Bed Questions
Have questions about our Swing Bed Program? Contact our team and we will help you understand eligibility, coverage, and what to expect during your stay.
Call 432-607-3259Swing Bed care may be appropriate when you no longer require acute hospital treatment but still need skilled nursing, rehabilitation, wound care, medication management, or other continued support before returning home.
Length of stay is based on your individual needs, progress, and recovery goals. The average stay is approximately seven to ten days, but every patient’s care plan is different.
Medicare and many commercial insurance plans may cover Swing Bed services when eligibility requirements are met. Our team can help review your coverage before admission.
Family support is encouraged during recovery. Visitors should follow the hospital’s current visitation hours and safety guidelines.
Your care team will coordinate discharge planning, review medications and follow-up care, and help arrange any equipment or services needed for a safe transition home.
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Recover Close to Home
If you or a loved one needs additional care after a hospital stay, our Swing Bed Program provides skilled support, rehabilitation, and coordinated care focused on helping patients safely regain independence.