Hospice News

AUGUST 22, 2022

The hospice chaplain shortage is reaching a tipping point. As they work to recruit and retain their chaplain labor force, hospices are contending with a barrage of issues that also can impact patient access. When someone is overwhelmed, it is impossible for them to provide quality care.”.

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Shining Light Hospice

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The focus of hospice is to help each person to live out their remaining days with peace, comfort and dignity and comfort care is aimed at ensuring a patient maintains quality of life and that all symptoms are managed. The physician will oversee all care while on hospice. Hospice Is More Than Just Medical Care.

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Shining Light Hospice

APRIL 8, 2022

Typically each hospice team consists of an RN case manager who is the primary contact person and who will carry out the bulk of the patient care. The attending physician oversees all care provided. Home Health aides are available to assist with activities of daily living such as bathing and personal care.

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Shining Light Hospice

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Because each patient experiences dementia symptoms somewhat uniquely, the timing of each stage is rather unpredictable to some point. In general, each stage progressively worsens ending in the need for total patient care. When Is It Time for Hospice Care? It also provides grief support.

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Hospice Nurse Hero

MARCH 2, 2022

If you take a look at the specific questions that are asked on the CAHPS survey, you will find that they touch all areas of care. For example, your hospice chaplains and spiritual care team are likely to have spiritual care discussions with the patient and family. Medical Supplies are important!

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