I know there have been similar posts about this, but didn't see what I was looking for. I'm an RN w/ almost 5 yrs experience in med/surg/tele, recently moved to Palliative care, but am burned out by the "hospital" environment. I am new to the unit ( I like it, but it's kinda med-surg), and have just started my learning on end of life care. I was curious about hospice, and chatted w/ the hospice RN tonight who visited one of my patients.
I am curious about what the hospice RN does- how many families in the caseload, typical duties, job satisfaction? Should I shadow/volunteer w/hospice? I am noticing a real satisfaction in caring for my "dying" patients in particular.But I worry it's more paperwork and less human interaction. I LIKE bedside nursing & human interaction. I like the social/spiritual aspect, in addition to the medical side. Can anyone recommend another thread or website? I am wondering if I should explore hospice more....Thanks.