New Hospice House, what can I expect?

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Specializes in Corrections, Cardiac, Hospice.

I had an interview with the director of a new Hospice house this week. I am really excited about the possiblitity of working there. They are planning on pet therapy and gardens within the next 5 years. Anyone here work in this kind of institution? What can I expect to be doing on a day to day basis as an RN? (IF I get the job;) )

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also known as inpatient care facilities, hospice houses are short term facilities, reserved for hospice pts unable to remain at home. this is usually r/t a progression of the disease w/escalating symptoms, requiring more intensive nsg care and mgmt.

a residential, inviting atmosphere w/supplemental therapies (such as pets, waterfalls, aromatherapy, music) are all key components in providing holistic care.

i wish you well....

it's a most rewarding specialty.

leslie

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

Have you visited this site's Hospice Nurses' Forum as of yet? :)

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Specializes in Corrections, Cardiac, Hospice.
Have you visited this site's Hospice Nurses' Forum as of yet? :)

Yes, I did! It was very useful, thank you!;)

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Specializes in Corrections, Cardiac, Hospice.
also known as inpatient care facilities, hospice houses are short term facilities, reserved for hospice pts unable to remain at home. this is usually r/t a progression of the disease w/escalating symptoms, requiring more intensive nsg care and mgmt.

a residential, inviting atmosphere w/supplemental therapies (such as pets, waterfalls, aromatherapy, music) are all key components in providing holistic care.

i wish you well....

it's a most rewarding specialty.

leslie

Thank you.

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