Taking care of elderly people is never easy. Since they are more prone to infections (1), injuries, and changes in mental status, you have to be prepared and skilled when caring for them. If you are new to geriatric nursing, all these things can be intimidating and overwhelming. So, to help you out, here are […]

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Hospice nursing is a specialized branch of healthcare that focuses on providing comprehensive care to patients with terminal illnesses. These nurses work in a variety of settings, including in-patient hospice facilities, hospitals, nursing homes, and private residences. Their primary objective is to alleviate suffering, manage symptoms, and support the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of […]

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I wrote much of my novel, South Eight, while taking a break after fourteen years in acute care, the first four as a bedside PCU nurse, the next ten as a hospitalist NP. I thought I was burned out, to use the classic phrase, for all the classic reasons — workload, documentation demands, night shifts, […]

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What do you first think of when you hear the word hospice? What about palliative? A hospice is a home which provides care for the sick or terminally ill. Unfortunately, many simply think of hospices as a place where people go to die. This has given the word a negative connotation as it is associated with […]

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It is estimated that people with dementia have about 7 ½ hours of time each day to fill. It is a challenge for the elderly care provider to find fun activities that will fill some of those hours but also fit into the senior’s capability. Here are seven possible solutions: Music It has been proven […]

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Working as a hospice nurse is one of the most rewarding jobs around. With hospice nursing, you will have the chance to take care of critical patients in the last moments of their lives. Providing hospice care is focused on palliative care. You will provide support in ensuring that the patients will get the best […]

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When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. Working as a nurse in assisted living has always proven to be both rewarding and challenging. Close interaction with today’s seniors however can sometimes leave you speechless as I discovered late […]

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When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. The population is getting older and that means more and more vulnerable people to care for. In a recent report, it’s expected that all baby boomers will be older than 65 […]

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Arts and crafts have a long tradition of connecting generations. Quilting is no different. For hundreds of years, families have passed down the craft, signature patterns and plenty of stories to boot. Why quilting is a great activity for seniors Quilting requires crafters to use their entire brain, both the creative side and the analytical […]

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In today’s’ climate of massive healthcare systems, giant hospitals and urgent cares sit on every corner. It seems that the days of smaller, more personalized medicine is a thing of the past- or is it? Although it seems long ago, doctors once visited patients in their own homes, allowing them to provide more individualized care. […]

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Truth be told, hospice nursing is not the highest-paid among nursing specialties. In fact, some nurses who work in hospice care facilities feel that they’re underpaid, considering all the intricate nursing interventions they have to provide to their patients. However, passion plays a role in why some nurses choose to provide end-of-life care. They consider hospice […]

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In 2010, there were around 36.5 million cases of dementia worldwide. In 2030, this number is expected to double. If you’re feeling alarmed by these data, there’s actually more bad news. For one, there’s the increasing cost of dementia care. Its total cost reached $200 billion in 2012 and it’s expected to reach $1.1 trillion […]

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The idea of introducing pets to nursing homes or even letting them stay with the elders can easily make anyone feel uncomfortable. In reality, however, pets make a great companion. To healthy individuals, they can generate a happier, less stressful, and healthier lifestyle. For these exact same reasons, more and more nursing homes are starting […]

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A nurse’s role in palliative care is different from other specialties. Although all nurses are skilled in caring for patients, palliative nursing means being available to the patients 24 hours a day to manage their pain and discomforts and to provide support to the families. A nurse doesn’t just have a single role in palliative […]

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Taking care of patients affected by dementia is an incredibly daunting task. You have to ensure their safety while making sure you provide activities that can stimulate them physically, mentally and emotionally. Without the right plan, there’s a good chance that you’ll feel overwhelmed for the rest of the day. To help you plan activities […]

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Hospice nurses are vital to provision of nursing care during the patients’ final stages in life. They are there to make sure that the patients are as free from pain as possible. They also do not just care for the patients, but for the families as well. If you are interested on becoming a hospice […]

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