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HSE National Procedure

HSE Procedure for Approval & Management of a Planned Parental Absence for Children Receiving a Paediatric Homecare Package


Topic: Planned parental absences for children with complex healthcare needs
Document Owner: Clinical Lead, Paediatric Homecare Package for Children, Primary Care, Access and Integration
National Group: Primary Care, Access and Integration - Paediatric Homecare Package (PHCP) Coordinators Nurse Practice Group
Effective From: 01 September 2025
This HSE Procedure sets out the procedures required to minimise risk when approving planned parental absences for CCHN receiving nursing care at home via a HSE PHCP for all Health Region PHCP Operational Governance Groups.
HSE Procedure for Approval & Management of a Planned Parental Absence for Children Receiving a Paediatric Homecare Package
PDF, 1.28MB

The HSE National Procedure provides a framework for HSE Health Region CCHN Governance Groups to assess and minimise risks when approving planned parental absences for CCHN receiving a PHCP in a community setting.

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