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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here is the answer to your frequently asked questions

Do you consider safety a major issue?

Safety is our number one priority in the health care field. Our staff reviews, assesses, and revises our clinical procedures regarding each plan of care on a routine basis. With the help of our new advanced computerized system we are able to recieve alerts in the central office immediately when a change or concern in the care of patient arises.

Do you have a nurse, social worker or qualified professional to make regular visit to the clients home?

In efforts to provide our best quality of care, our Director of Nurses or the assigned social worker monitors the care of each individual and makes regular visits to the clients home.

Do you provide service for children who attend school?

Yes. In most cases there is a social worker assigned to the appointed school that the child is attending, however, if that service is not available we will make the arrangements necessary to assist while your child attends school.

Does the agency have flexibility with scheduling

Okija health scheduling is very flexible with care available 24 hours a day. Our goal is to meet the needs of our clients while putting them first.

How are emergencies handled after normal business hours?

In the event that an emergency may occur the Administrator and Director of Nurses is contacted immediately. Our staff is trained on a routine basis to make sure the correct procedures are taken during that time.

How are you different from other?

We are one of the first in the Home Care Industry to be totally paperless. We have computerized all our operations, including management of our current in-home cases to improve health care quality, prevent medical errors, increase efficiency, and decrease paperwork. On average we are able to cover 96% – 100% of our cases right after discharge. We have one of the largest networks of highly trained pediatric nurses. We provide a strong family-centered approach to home care and we are very sensitive to the ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds of our clients. Okija health is continuously changing to meet the needs of both our clients and industry professionals. Our innovative approach with how we manage our company allows us to stretch beyond industry standards. We care about each client and each professional that we encounter with which is why we do all possible to see that we are meeting their needs.

How do i get started?

Give us a call today @ (503) 966-1330. We will arrange a time to visit and discuss the services needed based on your particular situation. You will meet with a RN, Care Manager, or Licensed Social Worker who will discuss the process in detail to properly prepare the patient and family for home care. We want to ensure that this new transition will be as comfortable as possible for our new families.

How do i know my caregiver is qualified?

Okija health adheres to the highest standards for hiring our staff. Our caregivers are licensed and well trained professionals that undergo a thorough interview, testing and screening process. Our caregivers are regularly supervised and evaluated by management to ensure your loved one is recieving the attention they deserve.

How do i reach someone after hours?

It is important to us at Okija health to know that any question, problem, or concern is handled immediately. This is why our phone lines are available to you 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. To help assure that your call will be addressed right away, all calls are forwarded to the Administrator, General Manager, and Director of Nurses. We are committed to giving you the best level of customer care possible.

How is the privacy of my personal information maintained?

Maintaining privacy and confidentiality is very important to all of us at Okija health We follow all federal and state guidelines and the only people who are able to view your information is the office personnel and caregiver assigned directly to you.

How long is the wait time for services?

Our goal is to provide caregivers within the first 24 hours. At time’s we are usually available to start that same day!

How often do you review to make sure all employees are currents with certificates?

Our systems our set up to scan all employee data information on a daily basis to assure that our employees are current and up-to-date with their training and certifications. Our Human Resource Department is notified if a caregivers information is close to becoming expired.

If i am not happy with my current caregiver, can we request a new one?

Our goal is to establish a long-term relationship with you and your family. If you should request another caregiver for any reason, we immediately search for a match until your family is happy. We understand a strong level of trust with a caregiver is crucial to a successful home care experience which is why we encourage you to contact us immediately if you have any problems or concerns.

What do i do if there is a problem?

Okija health assures that we will provide a high-quality, safe, and effective home care experience for you and your family. Should a problem develop or an issue or complaint occur, notify our administrator, general manager, or director of nurses. We believe in taking immediate action. 

What does it cost?

An important part of planning for home care is deciding how to pay for the services. We first set up an in-home consultation to begin discussing the individual’s care plan to determine what kind of services will be needed. A few things that we use to determine the overall cost would be the length of time we are providing our service on a daily basis, the level of care we are providing and the area/region where the service is provided.

Will i have a choice of comes to my home?

Yes. Our vision is to empower our clients and families to be actively involved in the total care process which is why we encourage your involvement in the decision-making process. We assign the most appropriate caregiver matching the skill level, location, and personality type with the patient. However, if you are not satisfied we can do our best to accommodate any requests you may have for a change in caregiver.

What type of insurance do you accept

Most home care services are covered by Insurance or Government Programs.

Will my family always receive care from the same caregiver?

We carefully assess the patient and family situation right from the start so we can assign the appropriate caregiver to the client. To help build a level of trust, the same caregiver will be assigned for a particular home throughout the time of care, unless otherwise noted. We want to create a relationship with our patients and family so we can provide the most efficient and effective level of care possible.

How do you screen and select caregiver prior to an assignment

We ensure that all caregivers are trained appropriately before taking on an assigned case. We provide a comprehensive training which is one of our top priorities. All caregivers are required to go through an ongoing competency evaluation that includes a problem solving session to determine the caregiver’s response to challenging situations. New caregivers are provided with a training program which includes extensive testing and pediatric classes.

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