Accessing professional nursing care at home has never been simpler. Wattletree Health Group‘s private nursing service connects you with experienced, AHPRA-registered Division 1 nurses who deliver exceptional clinical care in the comfort of your own home — no referral required, no funding package needed, no waitlists.
Private nursing means care can start immediately. Whether you need a single visit or ongoing support, we can typically have a nurse at your door within 24–48 hours.
What is Private Nursing?
Private nursing means accessing professional registered nurse care paid directly — without relying on NDIS, My Aged Care, TAC, or WorkSafe funding. You engage Wattletree Health Group directly, fees are agreed upfront, and care begins as soon as you need it.
Private nursing is the fastest pathway to home nursing care, with no application process, no assessments, and no waiting for funding approval.
Who Uses Private Nursing at Home?
Private nursing is the right choice for clients who:
- Need care immediately — before NDIS or My Aged Care or Support At Home funding is approved
- Prefer the simplicity and speed of direct engagement without a funding scheme
- Do not qualify for government-funded programs or choose not to use them
- Have private health insurance with a nursing benefit
- Require a short course of nursing following elective surgery or acute illness
- Want a nurse chaperone for medical appointments or outpatient procedures
- Are seeking the highest standard of clinical oversight for a complex or sensitive situation
- Are visiting Melbourne from interstate or overseas and need temporary nursing support
Private Nursing Services Available
All of Wattletree Health Group‘s clinical nursing services are available on a private basis, including:
- Wound care and dressing changes — post-surgical wounds, complex wounds, leg ulcers, pressure injuries
- Medication administration — subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, oral medications, IV infusions
- Catheter care — IDC and suprapubic catheter management and changes
- Diabetic care — insulin administration, BGL monitoring, foot care
- Palliative and end of life nursing — symptom management, syringe driver care, overnight cover
- After hospital care — rapid discharge support, wound monitoring, medication reconciliation
- Wellbeing checks — clinical assessment with written report for family, GP, or case manager
- Continence assessments — clinical evaluation with management plan and written report
- Stoma care — colostomy, ileostomy, and urostomy management
- Respiratory care — tracheostomy management, oxygen therapy, nebuliser administration
- Medication management — Webster-pak preparation, medication review, adherence monitoring
- Nurse chaperone — accompanying clients to medical appointments, procedures, or investigations
How Private Nursing Works
Getting started is simple:
- Call us on 03 9140 0944 or contact us online to discuss your needs
- We provide a clear outline of fees and proposed visit schedule
- You confirm, and we arrange a nurse — typically within 24–48 hours
- Your nurse attends, delivers care, and documents the visit
- We invoice you directly, or through your private health insurer where applicable
No referral is required. No application forms. No waiting.
Why Choose Wattletree Health Group for Private Nursing?
- AHPRA-registered Division 1 nurses — experienced registered nurses, not personal care workers or support workers
- Nurse-owned and nurse-led — clinical excellence is at the centre of everything we do
- No waitlists — care typically commences within 24–48 hours
- Transparent fees — all costs agreed upfront, no surprises
- Flexible scheduling — single visits, short-term courses, or ongoing support
- Melbourne-wide service — experienced nurses across metropolitan Melbourne and surrounds
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does private nursing at home cost?
Our fees are provided upfront before any commitment. Rates depend on the type of nursing required, visit duration, time of day, and frequency. Call us on 03 9140 0944 or contact us online and we’ll provide a clear fee outline for your specific situation. There are no hidden charges.
Can I use private health insurance to cover nursing visits?
Some private health insurance extras policies include a nursing benefit. The benefit level and eligible services vary by insurer and policy. We recommend checking with your insurer before commencing care.
Can I start with private nursing and then transition to NDIS or My Aged Care / Support At Home funding?
Yes — this is a common pathway. Many clients begin with private nursing while their NDIS plan or Home Care Package is being assessed and approved, then transition to funded care once it’s in place. We make this transition straightforward, and can provide clinical reports to support your funding application while care continues uninterrupted.
Do I need a referral or a GP’s approval to start private nursing?
No referral is required to become a Wattletree Health Group client. We accept self-referrals, and also referrals from family and friends, GPs, hospitals, My Aged Care Home Care Package (HCP) and Support At Home (SAH) providers, NDIS Support co-ordinators, allied health, and all other healthcare organisations. We are registered NDIS providers, and also approved providers for TAC and WorkSafe.
What areas of Melbourne do you cover for private nursing?
Wattletree Health Group provides private nursing across metropolitan Melbourne and many surrounding areas. Contact us to confirm service availability for your specific location. We aim to match you with an experienced nurse who regularly works in your area.
Start Private Nursing Today
Wattletree Health Group provides experienced private nursing at home across Melbourne — no waitlists, no referral required, care can start immediately.
Call us on 03 9140 0944 or contact us online to get started.
Service Areas
Wattletree Health Group provides this service across Greater Melbourne. Click your council area to learn more:
- Banyule
- Bayside
- Boroondara
- Brimbank
- Cardinia
- Casey
- Darebin
- Frankston
- Glen Eira
- Greater Dandenong
- Hobsons Bay
- Hume
- Kingston
- Knox
- Manningham
- Maroondah
- Maribyrnong
- Melbourne
- Melton
- Merri-Bek
- Monash
- Moonee Valley
- Mornington Peninsula
- Nillumbik
- Port Phillip
- Stonnington
- Whitehorse
- Whittlesea
- Wyndham
- Yarra
- Yarra Ranges
Your area not listed? Contact us — we cover all of Greater Melbourne and surrounds.
