The phone rings, and your heart sinks a little. It’s the hospital, and your mother, recently home after a difficult surgery, needs more assistance than you can possibly provide. You’re already stretched thin, balancing your responsibilities and the many demands of daily life.
You desperately want to be available to her. Ensuring she receives the attentive, compassionate care she deserves is a top priority, but you’re acutely aware of your limitations.
This feeling of being pulled in a dozen directions, of wanting to give your all but having precious little left to give, is a reality for so many families.
It’s a time when you yearn for a trusted partner, someone who can seamlessly step in and provide the personalized, unwavering support your loved one needs, allowing you to breathe, to truly connect, and to simply be family again.
At Team Select Home Concierge, we offer the peace of mind you need and the personalized care your loved one deserves.
We believe that exceptional care starts with the right team of care managers and private duty nurses. Our care managers don’t just help you find a private duty nurse—they walk beside you every step of the way, ensuring your loved one receives the quality of life they deserve, right at home.
What is the difference between a private duty nurse and private duty caregiver?
A private duty nurse is a skilled, licensed professional that provides hands-on, medical and non-medical support to help individuals maintain independence and dignity at home. Private duty nurses can work independently, or within an established agency – like Team Select Home Concierge.
Our private duty nurses have extensive training and medical knowledge and may assist with both medical and non-medical responsibilities.
Medical responsibilities may include:
- Post-surgery recovery
- Wound care
- End-of-life care
- Monitoring vital signs
- Medication management and reminders
- Complex care management (tracheostomy care, ventilator management, seizure monitoring, etc)
Non-medical responsibilities may include:
- Personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting)
- Companionship and emotional support
- Meal preparation and light housekeeping
- Mobility and transportation assistance
Unlike home health aides or private nurses whose responsibilities are more limited – and may come and go throughout care – our private duty nurses offer a holistic, everyday support system – staying with the patient throughout the duration of their care.
And when it’s through Team Select Home Concierge, you get more than just help—you get a trusted companion trained to respond with empathy, professionalism, and discretion.
Most agencies simply staff the shift. Our concierge care model builds deep, individualized relationships. Whether you need care a few hours a week or 24/7, we design our private-pay services to be flexible, built around your loved one’s unique needs.
“We often hear from families who have attempted to get the attention and care they need from home health aides,” shared Jamie Sherman, Director of Concierge Business Development, “but quickly realize that these inflexible and impersonal options fall short of their expectations of care for their loved one.”
How care managers help you hire the right nurse
Finding the right caregiver isn’t just about availability—it’s about compatibility, expertise, and peace of mind. That’s where our Registered Nurse Care Managers come in.
At Team Select Home Concierge, care managers act as your family’s care partner. Their role includes:
- Conducting in-depth needs assessments
- Developing individualized and detailed care plans
- Carefully screening and matching private duty nurses
- Providing ongoing oversight and communication
- Adjusting care plans as your needs evolve
The care managers serve as a single point of contact to streamline communication and ensure a positive experience. They understand your situation, coordinate your care seamlessly, and advocate for your loved one’s wellbeing.
Signs it’s time to hire a private duty nurse
Sometimes the need for help builds slowly. Other times, it arrives suddenly—after surgery, a fall, or a hospital discharge. Here are some signs your family could benefit from a private duty nurse:
- Missed medications or frequent confusion
- Unexplained bruises or signs of falls
- Lack of hygiene, clean clothing, or fresh meals
- Caregiver burnout, resentment, or fatigue
- Recent hospital-to-home transitions or surgery recovery
“It’s completely natural for families to feel a sense of guilt or even inadequacy when considering private duty care,” says Preeti Campanella, RN, Care Manager at Team Select Home Concierge. “As the primary caregiver, the idea of bringing someone else in can feel like admitting defeat. But what we consistently hear from families, often only days after a nurse joins their home, is a profound sense of relief.”
Hiring a private duty nurse isn’t about replacing the primary caregiver, but about supporting them. The burden and stress of constant caregiving diminishes, and loved ones are able to shift back into being loving family members – rather than solely caregivers.
Team Select Home Concierge offers flexible solutions—hourly support, overnight assistance, or round-the-clock care. The earlier you plan, the more smoothly your family can navigate these transitions.
What to look for in a private duty nurse
Choosing the right nurse is personal—and critical. Here’s what sets Team Select Home Concierge apart from other home care agencies:
- Compassion & Emotional Intelligence – Empathy, patience, and strong communication are non-negotiables.
- Licensed, Accredited, and Insured – We’ve been delivering high-quality home care since 2008. Every caregiver undergoes background checks, references, and professional training.
- Personality Fit Matters- We don’t just fill a role—we match personalities, communication styles, and preferences for a truly customized experience.
- Professional Oversight – You’re never alone. Our care managers regularly check in to ensure quality and comfort.
- Concierge Services – our private-pay services provide our clients transparency and flexibility to build the care plan that best fits their needs
Here are 5 questions to ask when considering a private duty nurse:
- How do you match nurses with families — and can we be part of that decision?
- What kind of experience and specialized training do your nurses have?
- Do you provide care during travel, hospital stays, or out-of-state situations?
- What makes your agency different from others offering similar concierge services?
- Do I feel heard, respected, and reassured after speaking with this agency?
Call 877-891-9154 to schedule a complimentary, confidential call with our care team today to get started.
What makes us different from other home care providers
At Team Select Home Concierge, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all care. We prioritize building lasting relationships rooted in trust and compassion. Our team is led by experienced care managers who provide consistent oversight, ensure caregiver-client compatibility, and offer a true concierge-level experience.
Unlike franchise models or national chains, we offer boutique, highly personalized service through private pay options that allows for greater flexibility, direct communication, and proactive care adjustments—so your loved one never feels like just another client.
How Team Select Home Concierge makes private duty care personal
We’re not just a home care agency, we’re your care partner. Our approach centers around the total care experience, starting with:
- Personalized care plans tailored to health conditions and daily routines
- Matched caregivers based on personality, skillset, and cultural fit
- Flexible options: from a few hours a day or week to 24/7 live-in support
- Home safety assessments to prevent falls and promote independence
- Ongoing care manager involvement for regular updates and peace of mind
It’s this high-touch model that sets us apart, and ensures an exemplary client experience with every interaction.
Getting the home care you deserve starts with Team Select
Hiring private duty nurses is one of the most meaningful decisions you can make for your family. With the right support in place, your loved one can thrive at home—safely, confidently, and with dignity.
Are you ready to explore home concierge care for yourself or a loved one? Schedule a confidential, complimentary consultation with a Team Select Home Concierge care manager today, and discover what personalized, compassionate care really looks like. Or, learn more about our concierge home care services here.
