Planning to work in Hospice...

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Specializes in Palliative Care, Urgent and Primary Care.

I'm on the waitlist to get into the RN program here in BC, Canada, so working as an RN in the hospice is a long way off in the future, but I'm still excited about the prospect. Thanks for letting me peruse this board and glean some good information/tips as I begin this journey.

I have had wonderful hospice experiences as I've helped both my parents pass away at home w/ the assistance of an outstanding hospice RN. I am prepared that not all deaths, maybe not many deaths, will be as 'good' as those experiences were, but I would love to do what I can for others in this capacity. W/o the RN's guidance and support, those deaths wouldn't have been nearly as positive as they were, despite being devastating all in the same breath.

So, a big thank you to all you amazing women and men who help patients and their families navigate through that most intimate, tender and primal time. You make a huge difference in the world. I will be happy if I can give back even a fraction of what has been given to me and my family.

Sincerely,

Heather

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Specializes in Hospice/Palliative, PACU, OR, Med/Surg.

Heather, the best advice I can give you is to get the best clinical skills you can (probably from acute care/hospital setting) for a year or two and then revisit working for hospice. You will be able to 'give back' to others in amazing and blessed ways. Having a strong clinical background will help you be the greatest benefit to your patients and families. Best of luck to you in school!

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Specializes in Palliative Care, Urgent and Primary Care.
Heather, the best advice I can give you is to get the best clinical skills you can (probably from acute care/hospital setting) for a year or two and then revisit working for hospice. You will be able to 'give back' to others in amazing and blessed ways. Having a strong clinical background will help you be the greatest benefit to your patients and families. Best of luck to you in school!

Thank you for your reply and your advice. I appreciate it. Getting strong clinical skills will be a top priority.

Sincerely,

Heather

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