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A Life’s Passion Shared

The Bucket-List Blog

Robert and his family began hospice care three months ago after his stage four cancer diagnosis. During that time, his care team noticed that the walls of Mr. and Mrs. Kilbourn’s home were covered with beautifully painted and framed oil paintings. Art Show: A One-Night Exhibit and Social Event.

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Cracking the Code: 4 Steps to Better Nursing Notes

Hospice Nurse Hero

As a hospice nurse, you understand the importance of accurate, detailed documentation. However, composing hospice narrative notes can be challenging and leave you feeling frustrated. What if I told you there’s a simple way to compose nursing notes? It’s the backbone of the care plan. Well, there is! No problem!

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A Special Birthday

The Bucket-List Blog

When Mr. George Poynter entered home hospice care six months ago, he and his family did not expect to see his 86 th birthday. But, as is often the case, his condition improved after coming home, where he felt most comfortable, and receiving expert care from an interdisciplinary team.

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How To Paint the Picture:10 Better Words to Chart

Hospice Nurse Hero

Furthermore, documenting decline is not only for ensuring quality care but also for meeting Medicare documentation requirements for hospice eligibility and recertification. I didn’t always understand how to chart for hospice. RESOURCES FOR NEW HOSPICE NURSES! I’ll be honest.

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The Heart of Hospice Volunteers

Hospice 101

And then, there are the hospice volunteers. Although ALL volunteers are special and truly appreciated, due to my line of work as a Hospice Nurse, I find that Hospice Volunteers are VERY special individuals. Working in the field of hospice is not an easy task, emotionally. Volunteer Appreciation WEEK is April 19-25.

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Foolproof Ways To Build Better Relationships With Nursing Homes

Hospice Nurse Hero

Hospice care is delivered anywhere the patient calls home and for many elderly, this includes the nursing home. Learn how you can build better relationships with nursing homes while delivering quality hospice care. As a hospice nurse, it’s likely that you will provide care to nursing home patients.

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To Renew Our Vows

The Bucket-List Blog

When Randy was diagnosed with a serious illness over a year ago, he and Sophie called Hospice Care Plus right away. “I I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend hospice. Randy and Sophie had already experienced how helpful having hospice support was after Randy’s father was diagnosed with cancer. Another offered to make a cake.