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The Peninsula Visiting Nurse
Service for Christian Scientists, Inc. (PVNS) serves patients in both
San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties. It has been in operation for
nearly forty (40) years, and is currently the only Visiting Nurse
Service in the Peninsula. It is a non-profit organization governed by
a five (5) member board, comprised of local branch church members.
PVNS is a round-the-clock
service. Edie Verstift is usually on duty on Mondays through
Fridays, and Aicha Langel serves Saturdays and Sundays. Either nurse is available for
one to two hours at a time, per visit from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is a minimum charge of
$40.00 per hour.
Emergency visits between 6 p.m. and 8 a.m. are charged at $60 per
hour. Benevolence is willingly given, if required. If more nursing care is
needed than can be given in two hours, private duty nurses can be
referred, or check the nurses listed in the Christian Science
Journal..
PVNS requires that all patients
with nursing needs be working with a Journal-listed practitioner on
the days the nurse visits. This rule can be waived for a non-nursing
need, such as a manicure or pedicure.
WHAT THE VISITING NURSE DOES:
GIVES CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CARE -
Reading the Bible Lesson, reading from the Pastor and other C. S.
Literature, voicing Truths, praying with the patient, metaphysical
support, etc.
RESPONDS TO EMERGENCY
SITUATIONS - Every call will be answered immediately, or returned
promptly. An estimated time of arrival will be given.
ASSESSES THE NEEDS OF A SITUATION
- Visits and makes suggestions re nursing care.
ASSISTS WITH PERSONAL CARE -
Bathing, showering, shampoos, special nourishment, oral care, manicures,
pedicures, laundry, etc. Will also plan menus and do grocery shopping
where needed.
CLEANSES AND DRESSES
WOUNDS/BANDAGING - To provide comfort and protection.
ADVISES FAMILIES IN THE CARE OF A
FAMILY MEMBER. Will help to train a family member in basic nursing
care when required.
ACCOMMODATION FORM FOR
SCHOOLCHILDREN - PVNS is happy to be listed as contact, for this
purpose. Please advise school location, etc. in advance, so details
are on file.
ASSISTS WITH CARE OF CHILDREN -
The nurse can care for children, if parent needs to be away, for up to
two hours.
ASSISTS WITH ADMISSION TO CARE
FACILITY - Car transportation to and/or from care facility is provided
at a charge of $50.00 per trip, plus the time spent with the patient,
at the regular hourly rate.
RENTAL AND DELIVERY OF NURSING EQUIPMENT AND/OR
SUPPLIES -
Wheelchairs, commodes, walkers, etc. can be
rented for $15.00 monthly. A $35.00 minimum charge is made for
delivery, which covers the first month’s rental. Canes, crutches,
bedpans, etc. can be borrowed. Pick up is free of charge.
CONSULTATIONS BY TELEPHONE - We are always
happy to freely share ideas and information that may be useful to
patients or their families.
THE VISITING NURSE DOES NOT:
DIAGNOSE.
GIVE MEDICATION.
MANIPULATE THE BODY IN ANY WAY.
The Visiting Nurses maintain complete
confidentiality at all times.
PVNS is available to provide all kinds of C.S.
nursing care. Please do not feel reluctant to call if there is a
need, whether the situation is an emergency or a non-emergency. The
nurses are available at any time to serve you, and to help you along
to a speedy healing!
Telephone 650-728-7140
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