The 22-bed Ventilator Unit at Kensington Manor is staffed with clinicians
who are experts in the field of ventilator dependence.
Aggressive weaning techniques, a dedicated recreation
team, and a commitment to the physical, social,
and emotional well-being of the Unit's patients
ensure that each individual is able to live life
to the fullest.
An
interdisciplinary approach to care combines the
expertise of the Unit's Medical Director, Pulmonologist,
Director of Social Services, Respiratory Care Director,
Unit Nursing Manager, Registered Dietician, and
Unit Activities Coordinator – all of whom work together to provide
the highest quality of life for residents.
Care for the following diagnoses:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating
Polyneuropathy
- ALS
- Post-surgical Cardiac Conditions
- MVA
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Respiratory Failure
Services include:
- Airway Suction
- Antibiotic Infusion
- Assessment
- Blood Draws
- CVP and PICC Line Maintenance
- Groshong Catheter Maintenance
- IV Hydration
- Peripheral Line Insertion and Maintenance
- Tube Feeding
- Wound Care
Support equipment:
- Capnometers
- Feeding Pumps
- Incentive Spirometers
- In-Wall Oxygen and Suctioning
- IV Infusion
- Pulse Oximetry
- Prime Air Mattresses
- Wound Vacuums
- Wright Respirometers
For more information about the Ventilator Unit at
Kensington Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center,
please call
1-732-286-5005
To download this information as a flyer, click
here. (PDF 183KB)
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