About Us

A skilled nursing facility provides 24-hour licensed nursing care. Skilled nursing services are necessary for patients and residents who require medical care, nursing care, and therapy services for the rehabilitation of disabled, sick, or injured individuals.

Skilled nursing care most commonly includes IV therapy, rehabilitation services, wound care, post-surgery assistance, help with administration of medications, and assistance in daily functioning that includes help with a variety of daily living needs: dressing, bathing, walking, and eating. Obion County Nursing and Rehab also offers diabetic care, dialysis support, cardiac care, stroke care, pain management, wound management, feeding tubes, and restorative care. These services, along with home assessment and discharge planning, are available 7 days per week.

There is plenty to consider when evaluating if and when full-time care may be necessary. First, get a baseline of needs by considering the ability level of personal care in the following activities of daily living:

• Use of telephone
• Ability to shop/shopping independently
• Independent meal preparation and ability to eat without assistance
• Ability to maintain an adequate diet
• Participation in household and housekeeping activities
• Can take care of laundry
• Can travel and can travel without assistance
• Can handle medication dispensing accurately
• Handles own money and expenses and is capable of making purchases without help from others

While it may seem daunting, recognizing limitations in everyday activities is the first step to identifying the most appropriate level of care an individual needs.

No, skilled nursing is not the same type of care as a hospital. It’s a common misconception that a nursing facility is an extension of the hospital – especially to those who enter a skilled nursing facility after a stay in the hospital. Broader types of care (including medical care, rehabilitation, and nursing services) are provided by our team of health care experts and dedicated caregivers. Additionally, skilled nursing facilities like Obion County Nursing and Rehabilitation focuses on ensuring our residents feel at home – a place where they feel safe, comfortable, loved, and surrounded by familiar faces who care about them.
Nursing facilities have a number of activities and entertainment options for residents. Visiting hours are also much less restrictive than hospitals. Friends and family members are very encouraged to visit. We encourage our residents to eat with their friends in the dining room when possible instead of in their rooms.

To discuss our current visitation prolicies, call us at (731) 885-9065.

The following items are recommended, but not required:

• Any needed dentures; supplies and container
• Any special hair and bathroom supplies, including comb, brush, shampoo, makeup, body powder, lotions, deodorant, facial tissues, etc.
• Full sets of undergarments
• Stockings or socks, nightgowns or pajama sets
• Flat, non-skid shoes
• Coat, light jacket
• Washable, non-skid slippers and robe
• Casual outfits including a belt if necessary
• Prescription medications
• Photos and photo albums, mementos