What does SNF mean in NURSING

Skilled Nursing Facilities provide short-term or long-term care for individuals needing specialized medical and nursing attention, such as after surgery, an accident, or other acute illnesses. Typically nursing facilities are staffed by licensed nurses, skilled therapists and aides who work together to help residents achieve their highest possible level of function.

Skilled Nursing Facilities can be found in hospitals, community settings (such as assisted living centers), free standing buildings, residential homes or even in the patient's own home. Generally most SNFs are located in a centralized location where access to nearby healthcare providers is more accessible.

The length of stay for patients in a Skilled Nursing Facility depends on the severity of the illness and their specific needs. In most cases patients may stay from a few weeks up to several months depending on their individual situation and progress towards recovery.

Payment options can vary depending on your insurance coverage and the type of care needed but generally health insurance plans will cover some portion of the costs associated with staying in a Skilled Nursing Facility as well as Medicare and Medicaid in some states.

Depending on the individual needs of each resident activities that take place in a Snf facility include physical therapy exercises, occupational therapy sessions, recreational activities such as crafts or music classes and social programs designed to promote socialization between patients and safety supervision from staff members.