In your consultation with your surgeon, you’ll cover the surgical details, risks, benefits, medication guidance, and pre- and postoperative expectations. In our initial consultation, we'll discuss your upcoming surgery, address your questions, and create a personalized plan tailored to your comfort, safety, and recovery goals that aligns with your surgeon and team. Together, we ensure you're fully prepared, supported, and confident before your surgical day.

Most plastic and cosmetic surgeons require a responsible adult caregiver to be present for the first 24 hours after surgery. During your preoperative appointment with your surgeon’s team, you’ll review procedure details, complete consent forms, discuss medications, receive any necessary lab orders, and finalize pre- and postoperative instructions. Following that, we’ll meet for your personalized pre-service session to review your surgeon’s guidance, clarify your medication schedule, discuss expectations, and tailor your recovery plan, including the appropriate length of care.

Nursing care is commonly requested for 6 to 24 hours following surgery, depending on factors such as discharge time, the type of procedure, the availability of a trusted caregiver, and your personal comfort level with managing postoperative care independently. Our role is to support you through this transition and ensure your recovery begins safely and comfortably.

On the day of your procedure, we can either provide private transport from the surgical facility or meet you directly at your designated recovery location—whether at home, a hotel, or an Airbnb. Regardless of transport needs, your nurse will coordinate directly with the surgical team’s discharge staff to ensure a smooth and thorough handoff.

Once you're settled, our nurses deliver attentive, compassionate care tailored to your needs:

• Vital sign monitoring.

• Incision care

• Medication reminders

• Monitoring for postoperative complications

• Mobility assistance

• Post-op garment management

• Hygiene assistance

• Surgical Team Collaboration

• Emotional reassurance.

• Pet Care

• Light housekeeping

• Nutritional meals

We remain in close communication with your surgical team to address any concerns and ensure continuity of care throughout your healing process.

At the conclusion of your scheduled services, your nurse will complete a final assessment and, if needed, provide a comprehensive handoff to your designated caregiver to support a seamless transition.

If your nursing care concludes the evening of surgery or early the next morning, it's important to know that most surgeons request a follow-up visit on postoperative day one. We’re here to make that process easier by offering safe, private transport to and from your surgeon’s office. If you’d like continued support afterward, we’re happy to provide extended nursing care to ensure you feel comfortable, cared for, and confident as you continue healing.