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A Day in the Life: Hospice Nurse  

Daily Nurse

Supporting someone with a life-limiting diagnosis or talking about death can be difficult for many people, but not for a hospice nurse. Maryette Williamson, RN, BSN, knows firsthand from working as a BAYADA Hospice Nurse in Fayetteville, North Carolina. How did you get interested in working as a home hospice nurse?

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5 Tips to Stop Feeling Incompetent for New Hospice Nurses

Hospice Nurse Hero

If you’re a new hospice nurse, you might feel overwhelmed. You may also wonder if your prior nursing experience is enough. Before you settle into those feelings too much, you might want to explore these 5 tips to help you stop feeling incompetent as a new hospice nurse. Common Feelings of New Hospice Nurses.

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The Bird’s-eye View of a Hospice Volunteer Coordinator

Traditions Health

A vital role in hospice care She’s worked as a volunteer coordinator for more than six years, but before that, was a hospice nurse for 23 years. So, they should be both fully vetted and fully prepared.” During that time, she’s come to understand what patients need, and how volunteers can add value.

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End-of-Life Care: Your Patient Has Died, Now What?

Hospice Nurse Hero

Believe it or not, many people still end up dying in acute care settings or nursing homes. However, as a home hospice nurse, you are more likely to perform death visits in the patient’s personal residence or nursing home. Yes, patients absolutely die in hospitals while on GIP and at hospice houses. TOD 11:38 p.m.