Private Duty Nursing for International Patients

A standard hospital nurse is responsible for an entire ward of patients simultaneously - which means their attention is divided across multiple cases at all times. A private duty nurse is assigned exclusively to one patient for the duration of their shift. This means your private nurse is present beside you, monitoring your condition continuously, administering medications, attending to personal care, and communicating with the medical team - with no competing demands from other patients. The standard of attention is significantly higher and more personalised.

Yes. Every private duty nurse placed through MedGlobe is a registered nursing professional - holding a recognised nursing qualification and verifiable clinical experience. We do not place unqualified patient attendants or caregivers in private nursing roles. Before any assignment, we verify the nurse's credentials, specialty training, and relevant experience to ensure they are appropriately qualified for your patient's specific medical requirements.

Yes. Private duty nursing is available both in the hospital environment and at the patient's accommodation following discharge. Many patients recovering from major procedures - such as liver transplant in India, spine surgery, or heart surgery - spend several days or weeks at nearby accommodation before they are medically cleared to travel home. A private nurse at the accommodation provides clinical monitoring, wound care, medication management, and personal support during this critical recuperation period.

We recommend providing at least 5 to 7 days of advance notice to allow adequate time for nurse selection, credential verification, and briefing on the patient's specific medical requirements. For urgent situations - such as an unexpected deterioration in condition or an unplanned extended stay - contact us directly on WhatsApp at +91 9990043033 and our team will work as quickly as possible to arrange appropriate nursing support.

Most private duty nurses arranged through MedGlobe communicate in English, which is the standard clinical language across all major hospitals in India. For patients who require a nurse who speaks another language - such as French, Arabic, or Swahili - we will do our best to identify a suitable candidate, though availability cannot always be guaranteed. For language-specific patient communication needs, MedGlobe also offers a separate interpreter service that can work alongside the private nurse.

Yes. MedGlobe arranges private nursing care for paediatric patients - children undergoing surgery, cancer treatment, or other procedures at paediatric departments within our partner hospitals. Paediatric private nurses have appropriate training and experience in child patient care and work closely with the treating paediatric team. For paediatric cases, please provide the child's age and specific condition when submitting your request so we can identify an appropriately experienced nurse.

MedGlobe's case manager maintains oversight of every private nursing engagement throughout the patient's stay. We are available to address concerns, manage shift changes, and intervene if the standard of care does not meet expectations. Before the assignment begins, the nurse is fully briefed on the patient's medical history, current treatment plan, and specific requirements. We also encourage families to communicate openly with us if any aspect of the nursing care needs adjustment.

The cost of private duty nursing varies based on the shift duration (day, night, or 24-hour), the nursing specialty required, the patient's condition and care complexity, and the duration of the engagement. After you submit your requirements, MedGlobe will provide a transparent cost estimate for the nursing arrangement before any commitment is made. Rates are quoted per shift and settled directly. Contact us to discuss your specific needs and receive a detailed cost outline.