What does NHT mean in NURSING

NHT is a process that helps individuals transition from a hospital to a nursing home, ensuring a smooth and coordinated care transfer. It involves assessing the individual's needs, developing a care plan, and providing support and guidance throughout the transition.

NHT typically involves a team of healthcare professionals, including the hospital discharge planner, the nursing home staff, and the individual's family or caregivers. The discharge planner coordinates the transition and ensures that the individual's needs are met.

NHT typically involves the following steps:

• Assessment of the individual's needs
• Development of a care plan
• Coordination of transportation and admission to the nursing home
• Discharge from the hospital
• Ongoing support and monitoring after admission to the nursing home

NHT provides numerous benefits, including:

• Reduced risk of readmission to the hospital
• Improved communication between healthcare providers
• Increased patient satisfaction
• Reduced caregiver burden

NHT is available to individuals who are being discharged from a hospital and require ongoing skilled nursing care or rehabilitation. Individuals must meet specific criteria, such as having a medical condition that requires 24-hour care or needing assistance with activities of daily living.

If you are being discharged from a hospital and believe you may benefit from NHT, you can discuss it with your healthcare provider. The hospital discharge planner can provide information about NHT services and assist you with the application process.