
FAQs
What is Gentle Drips?
Gentle Drips is a team of NPs, RNs, and MDs specializing in providing safe, effective, and compassionate IV therapy services to Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs).
Who do we serve?
We partner with Skilled Nursing Facilities, Rehabilitation Centers, and Long-Term Care Homes to provide bedside IV therapy for residents.Where do we serve?
We offer our services in all 50 States
What makes Gentle Drips different from other IV therapy providers?
We combine deep clinical experience, MD-to-MD collaboration, and proprietary IV blends to maximize patient healing while prioritizing comfort and compliance.Are your services mobile?
Yes. Our licensed nurses come directly to your facility to provide IV therapy at the patient’s bedside.
Clinical & Care Questions
How do we determine which patients qualify for IV therapy?
Our clinical team performs thorough patient assessments in collaboration with the facility’s physicians to determine the most appropriate candidates for IV treatment.What types of IV therapy do we offer?
We offer a variety of proprietary IV blends designed for hydration, immune support, wound healing, infection recovery, and nutritional replenishment, tailored to each patient’s needs.Is IV therapy safe for elderly patients?
Absolutely. Our team is highly trained in geriatric care, ensuring IV therapy is administered gently and in compliance with all safety protocols.How long does an IV treatment take?
Most treatments take between 30–60 minutes, depending on the blend and the patient’s needs.Do we work with the facility’s existing medical team?
Yes. We collaborate directly with the facility’s physicians, nurses, and care staff to ensure seamless integration of care.
Compliance & Professional Standards
Are your staff licensed and certified?
Yes. All our nurses and providers are fully licensed and trained in both IV therapy and nursing home care.Do we follow clinical compliance guidelines?
Absolutely. We adhere to all state, federal, and facility-specific compliance standards, ensuring safe and effective patient care.Do we bill facilities or patients directly?
We work directly with facilities, offering flexible billing options for seamless integration into your existing workflows. Patients are not billed for these services.
Patient Comfort & Experience
Is IV therapy painful?
Our skilled nurses specialize in a gentle, minimal-discomfort IV insertion technique to ensure the most comfortable experience possible.How do you ensure patients are comfortable during treatment?
We monitor patients closely, adjust flow rates as needed, and create a calm, reassuring environment during every treatment.Can family members be present during IV therapy?
Yes. We encourage family support during treatments, as it can help make the patient feel more at ease.