Question 1

What is private duty nursing?

Accepted Answer

Private duty nursing is one-on-one nursing care delivered in a client's home by a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN). Unlike home health, private duty nursing is typically paid privately, allows flexible hours from a few hours per week up to 24/7 care, and is tailored to the individual's specific medical and personal needs.

Question 2

What is nurse delegation in Washington State?

Accepted Answer

Nurse delegation in Washington State (WAC 246-840-910, RCW 18.88B) is a legal process by which a registered nurse assesses, teaches, and oversees an unlicensed caregiver to perform specific nursing tasks for a stable, predictable client. The RN remains responsible for the delegated task, conducts ongoing supervision, and documents the delegation.

Question 3

What is a nurse assessment and who needs one?

Accepted Answer

A nurse assessment is a comprehensive in-home evaluation conducted by a registered nurse, covering health history, medication review, activities of daily living (ADLs), fall risk, home safety, and care needs. Families, geriatric care managers, attorneys, and healthcare providers commonly request nurse assessments to inform care planning, legal decisions, or transitions between care settings.

Question 4

Is Stardig Nursing Services licensed and insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Stardig Nursing Services PLLC is led by Erika Stardig, RN, who holds active registered nurse licenses in Oregon (#201905520RN) and Washington (#RN.RN.61199822.MSL). The company is registered with the National Provider Identifier system (NPI #1073202396), is OMWBE-certified (#W2F0028172) by the Washington State Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises, is fully bonded and insured, HIPAA-compliant, and operates in compliance with WAC 388-76-10150 and WAC 246-840-910.

Question 5

What areas does Stardig Nursing Services serve?

Accepted Answer

Stardig Nursing Services provides in-home nursing care across the Portland, Oregon metro area — including Portland, Lake Oswego, Salem, Eugene, Medford, Bend, and Roseburg — and serves clients statewide in Washington for nurse delegation, CNA training, and travel nursing services. The office is located in Vancouver, WA.

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