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PN Job Duties in a Hospice Setting

Prism Career Institute

Hospice nurses fill a special role in caring for patients at the end of their lives. Its no surprise that many hospice nurses find their work fulfilling. With Prism Career Institute, learn more about hospice nurse duties to expect upon entering this career field. What Is Hospice Care?

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Hospice Care Considerations for People With Dementia

Relias

With the rise in life expectancy and increased risk of dementia in older adults, the demand for nurses who are trained to care for people with dementia is also growing. Near patients’ final days, they and their families can greatly benefit from hospice professionals who understand how to provide specialized care for dementia.

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Why Care Coordination Is Important for Home Health and Hospice Agencies

Relias

Improved care quality and patient safety, reduced readmissions and ER visits, and lower healthcare costs are just some of the positive outcomes of effective care coordination. Though the benefits are clear, many home health and hospice agencies struggle to optimize coordination. Increased scrutiny in hospices.

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The Intersection of Minority Identity and Palliative Care Nursing 

Minority Nurse

Alongside the general need for hospice nurses and palliative care nurses, these opportunities may include: Palliative nurse practitioners (NPs): Given the disparities in minority palliative care, there must be greater diversity in care leadership roles. Nurses can also treat patients in their own homes.

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Oncology Nurses Offer Care and Compassion

Minority Nurse

No matter when a patient hears they have cancer, the words are startling and set in motion treatment and care plans, family discussions, and life adjustments, while also triggering some powerful emotional responses. Oncology nurses work with patients who have dealt with a cancer diagnosis–whether years ago or more recent.

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Navigating Ethical End-of-Life Care in a Long-Term Care Setting

We Care Online

We will delve in to the complex and sensitive decisions faced by healthcare professionals as they strive to provide compassionate and dignified care to their residents. Preserving Dignity: Offering residents options for personalized care plans, respecting their wishes for pain management, comfort measures, and spiritual support.

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Guide to the Types of Oncology Nurses

Guideway Care

Oncology nurses work in diverse environments, such as: hospitals cancer centers outpatient clinics doctors offices hospices nursing homes The diversity of work environments allows oncology nurses to provide specialized care tailored to the unique needs of cancer patients in different settings.