Clinical Nursing Services
across Sri Lanka.
Clinical nursing services in Sri Lanka require a PHSRC-registered nurse — not a general caregiver. BetterHands places registered clinical nurses for IV therapy, injections, catheterisation, NG tube care, wound management, and overnight nursing across Colombo, Kandy, Galle, and island-wide — following your physician's care plan precisely.
100% PHSRC-registered
Verified before first visit
8+
Procedures covered
LKR 2,500
Clinical procedures from
Per procedure — island-wide
8+
Procedures covered
IV · Injections · Catheter · NG · More
100%
PHSRC-registered
Legal requirement — never skipped
72 Hours
Placement guarantee
Or we escalate immediately
Understanding clinical nursing in Sri Lanka
Clinical nursing is legally different from personal care.
Under Sri Lankan law, clinical nursing procedures — including IV therapy, injections, catheterisation, and nasogastric tube management — may only be performed by a nurse registered with the Ministry of Health Sri Lanka through the Professional Home Services Regulatory Commission (PHSRC). Unregistered individuals performing these procedures at home are operating outside the law.
Many families across Colombo, Kandy, and Galle unknowingly hire unregistered carers for clinical tasks — putting their loved ones at serious risk. BetterHands verifies PHSRC registration for every nurse before the first visit, without exception.
Clinical nursing vs. personal care — at a glance
Clinical procedures available at home across Sri Lanka
Every clinical nursing procedure, in your home.
All procedures follow your physician's written care plan. Every nurse is matched to your specific procedure — not assigned by general availability.
LKR 4,500
/ 2-hr drip
IV Therapy & Drip Monitoring
IV cannulation, fluid and medication infusion set-up, and 2-hour monitoring. Suitable for IV antibiotics, hydration fluids, and prescribed IV medications at home.
- IV antibiotics
- Hydration therapy
- IV medication administration
- Post-surgical IV care
LKR 3,000
/ injection
Injections (IV / IM / SC)
Single intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injections — including insulin, Vitamin B12, Heparin, anti-emetics, and prescribed medications.
- Insulin injections
- Vitamin B12 & Heparin
- Anti-emetic & pain injections
- Prescribed IM medications
LKR 9,000
/ insertion
Urinary Catheterisation
Urinary catheter insertion, care, and management for patients who cannot void spontaneously — following strict aseptic technique to prevent catheter-associated infection.
- Post-operative urinary retention
- Neurological bladder dysfunction
- Palliative catheter management
- Catheter change & care
LKR 9,000
/ insertion
NG Tube Insertion & Feeding
Nasogastric tube placement for patients who cannot swallow — and per-feeding sessions at LKR 2,500. Includes tube position verification and feeding administration.
- Dysphagia & swallowing disorders
- Post-stroke nutrition
- Enteral feeding management
- Medication via NG tube
LKR 9,000
/ session
Nebulisation Therapy
Respiratory nebuliser treatment using prescribed bronchodilators, corticosteroids, or antibiotics — for asthma, COPD, and respiratory infections at home.
- Asthma acute management
- COPD exacerbation
- Respiratory infection treatment
- Paediatric nebulisation
LKR 9,000
/ night
Overnight IV Monitoring
Full overnight IV monitoring — nurse remains present through the night to manage the IV line, monitor for reactions, and respond to any clinical changes.
- Overnight antibiotic infusion
- Post-surgical IV management
- Complex fluid balance monitoring
- High-dependency IV therapy
LKR 5,500
/ session
Stoma & Colostomy Care
Colostomy, ileostomy, and urostomy bag changes, peristomal skin management, and output monitoring by experienced clinical nurses.
- Colostomy bag change
- Peristomal skin care
- Urostomy management
- Output monitoring
LKR 5,500
/ insertion
Cannulation
Peripheral IV cannula insertion and securing — for patients who require ongoing IV access for repeated medication administration or blood sampling.
- IV access for repeated medications
- Blood sampling line
- Pre-procedure cannulation
- Long-term IV access maintenance
Nurse transport
Charged in addition to the fees above. Outstation transport varies with distance and is confirmed before the visit. Placements and shift-based care carry no transport charge.
All procedures require a physician's prescription or written care plan. Consumable materials are priced separately. A free clinical assessment is provided before any commitment.
How clinical nursing services are arranged in Sri Lanka
From prescription to nurse at your door.
Share the Prescription
Provide the physician's prescription or care plan. For hospital discharges from Colombo National Hospital, Asiri, Nawaloka, or Lanka Hospitals, we request the discharge summary directly from the hospital team.
Nurse Matched to Procedure
We match a PHSRC-registered nurse with specific experience in your exact procedure — IV specialists for IV therapy, catheter-experienced nurses for urinary catheterisation, respiratory nurses for nebulisation.
PHSRC Verification in 48 Hours
Every nurse's PHSRC practising certificate is verified before the first visit. We also check professional references and conduct a clinical skills assessment. No exceptions — island-wide.
Visit + Clinical Documentation
After every clinical nursing visit, your family receives a documented procedure record — suitable for insurance reimbursement and physician review at follow-up appointments across Sri Lanka.
Why families choose BetterHands for clinical nursing
The clinical standard behind every home procedure.
100% PHSRC-Registered
Every clinical nurse placed by BetterHands holds a current PHSRC practising certificate — verified before the first visit. No exceptions, island-wide.
Physician Care Plan Required
Clinical procedures require a physician's written prescription or care plan. Our nurses follow it precisely and communicate deviations immediately.
Procedure-Matched Nurses
IV therapy nurses are different from catheterisation specialists. We match based on the exact procedure required — not general clinical experience.
Island-Wide Same-Day Urgency
For urgent clinical needs in Colombo, we target 24–48 hour placement. For planned procedures, we confirm 3–5 days in advance island-wide.
Physician Coordination
Clinical visit notes and any concerning observations are communicated directly to the treating doctor — critical for complex or ongoing clinical management.
72-Hour Placement Guarantee
The same guarantee that covers personal care covers clinical nursing. If the placement is not right at any point, we replace at no cost.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about clinical nursing in Sri Lanka.
Personal care covers daily living support — bathing, grooming, meals, medication reminders, and mobility assistance. Clinical nursing covers medical procedures that legally require a PHSRC-registered nurse — IV therapy, injections, catheterisation, NG tube care, and wound management. Many patients need both. BetterHands provides a care plan that combines both precisely.
Our nurses bring standard clinical consumables — sterile gloves, syringes, IV lines, basic dressing materials, and documentation tools. Specialist items (specific IV fluids, prescribed medications, specialist catheters, particular dressing products) must be purchased by the family from a pharmacy before the visit, based on the physician's prescription. Our coordinator advises exactly what is needed.
Yes — and this is common. Many BetterHands patients receive daily personal care from a caregiver for daily living support, plus 3–4 weekly clinical nursing visits for wound care, injections, or monitoring. BetterHands coordinates both placements, reducing the number of different people your parent interacts with while ensuring every clinical need is correctly staffed.
Contact BetterHands before discharge — ideally 3–5 days in advance. Our care coordinator liaises with the hospital team at Colombo National Hospital, Asiri, Nawaloka, or Lanka Hospitals to review the discharge plan and clinical requirements. For urgent same-day discharge needs in Colombo and Kandy, we do our best to place a nurse within 24 hours.
Several Sri Lankan insurers — including AIA, Ceylinco Life, and Union Assurance — cover skilled clinical nursing under domiciliary treatment clauses. Coverage depends on your specific policy and requires a physician's prescription for the procedure. BetterHands nurses provide visit documentation and procedure records suitable for insurance reimbursement claims.
Families we've supported with clinical nursing
Real families. Real clinical outcomes.
“After my father's heart surgery at Lanka Hospitals, the nursing team from BetterHands provided exceptional post-operative care at home. They were thorough, kind, and always on time.”
Roshan & Dilini P.
Nugegoda
“The wound care provided for my mother's post-surgical recovery was exceptional. The nurse was highly skilled and always explained everything clearly. I would recommend BetterHands without hesitation.”
Dr. Tharanga S.
Colombo 05
“After my mother's discharge from Nawaloka, the BetterHands nurse handled her wound care and monitoring at our Dehiwala home flawlessly. Their coordination with the hospital made a stressful time so much easier.”
Ruwan F.
Dehiwala
Related clinical care services across Sri Lanka
Clinical nursing coverage island-wide
Clinical nursing in every district of Sri Lanka.
Colombo, Kandy, Galle, Negombo, Kurunegala and beyond — the same PHSRC-registered standard and 72-hour guarantee, everywhere.
Transparent pricing
Clinical nursing, priced simply.
One annual membership covers coordination, payroll, and unlimited caregiver replacements. After that you pay a flat daily rate for the clinical level your loved one needs. The individual procedure fees listed above are charged per visit and are separate from these daily staffing rates.
BetterHands Annual Membership
LKR 20,000
One-time annual registration fee
- Unlimited caregiver replacements at no additional cost if you are not satisfied
- Payroll management and caregiver administration
- Ongoing coordination and support from the BetterHands team
- Access to all services covered under the BetterHands membership
Step two — daily service rates
Duties below are what each role normally provides — your care plan is tailored during the free assessment.
Caregiver
Daily living support and companionship
LKR 4,500/day
Most families start here — a parent who is managing, but should not be alone all day.
- Friendly conversation and companionship
- Bathing and personal care assistance (if required)
- Medication reminders and general supervision
- Simple meals and refreshments
- Short walks and light activities (if appropriate)
- Day-to-day assistance and emotional support
Nursing Assistant
Personal care plus basic clinical support
LKR 6,000/day
Common where diabetes, blood pressure or early-stage dementia needs daily monitoring.
- Everything in the caregiver role
- Vital signs monitoring (BP, blood sugar, SpO₂)
- Medication reminders and administration support
- Basic wound and continence care
Professional Nurse
Complex medical and post-operative needs
LKR 9,000/day
Usually after a hospital discharge, a stroke, or where wounds and IV care are involved.
- Everything in the nursing assistant role
- PHSRC-registered clinical nursing
- Wound care, injections, and IV therapy
- Catheter, NG tube, and post-operative care
Daily rates are charged in addition to the one-time annual registration fee of LKR 20,000. The same daily rates apply to day care, night care and live-in support — no shift premiums, no travel supplements for any district. Hospital bystander cover is priced by shift length instead — see that service page for its packages. A free care assessment is provided before any commitment.
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Arrange clinical nursing services
anywhere in Sri Lanka.
Share your physician's prescription or discharge summary. Our team will match a PHSRC-registered nurse experienced in your specific procedure — anywhere on the island — within 72 hours.
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