The Hospice Emergencies Training course probes into the crucial elements of emergencies in hospice care. You’ll participate in simulated training that focuses on emergencies related to hospice and palliative care, featuring situations such as catastrophic bleeding and severe allergic reactions. The course aims to boost your confidence and proficiency in the identification and management of these intricate emergencies.

Skills You’ll Learn

1. Rapid Response: Master the art of swift and effective actions in urgent hospice situations.
2. Comprehensive Care: Learn to address physical, psychosocial, and spiritual emergencies.
3. Intervention Tactics: Acquire skills in appropriate intervention methods for various hospice emergencies.
4. Team Collaboration: Understand the crucial role of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) in preventing and treating emergencies.

Hospice Emergencies Training Course Description

In this intermediate-level course for nurses and advanced level for nursing aides, you’ll dive deep into the world of hospice emergencies. It’s not just about learning but transforming how you approach urgent care in a hospice setting.

Understanding Emergencies

Gain a profound understanding of various emergencies in palliative and end-of-life care. Learn to identify signs of catastrophic hemorrhage, anaphylaxis, and other critical conditions, ensuring timely and effective patient care in a hospice setting.

Simulation-Based Mastery

Engage in a rigorous, simulation-based training program focusing on palliative care emergencies. This hands-on approach is designed to improve your practical skills in real-life scenarios, enhancing your ability to manage emergencies, including opioid-induced respiratory depression.

From Theory to Practice

Bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. This course enables nursing professionals to practice the clinical skills necessary to recognize and manage palliative care emergencies and ensure comprehensive patient care.

Building Confidence and Competence

Witness a significant increase in your confidence and perceived competence through our structured pretraining and post-training sessions. The course is developed to boost your self-reported confidence and competence in handling emergencies in a hospice setting.

Collaborative Approach

Understand the pivotal role of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) in emergency prevention and treatment. Learn effective collaboration and communication strategies among healthcare professionals, including registered nurses and physicians, to ensure optimal patient care during emergencies.

Why This Course Matters

You’re on the frontline, where every second counts. Emergencies in inpatient hospices need quick, knowledgeable responses. This course equips you with the essential clinical competencies to manage these situations effectively.

How to Start with Hospice Emergencies Training

Hospice Emergencies Training is ideal for hospice medical clinicians seeking to enhance their emergency response skills and knowledge.

Hospice Emergencies Training is part of a yearly subscription to Continua Learning. Continua Learning delivers over 200 hospice training courses and aide in-services in a mobile solution for easy compliance and tracking it all from one place. Contact us to set up a demo for your agency today! Elevate your expertise. Enhance patient satisfaction.

Hospice Emergencies Training Continuing Education

Hospice Emergencies Training offers 1 Contact Hour for Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistants, Home Health, and Hospice Aides. Continua Learning is an approved provider of CEUs from the following boards:

• Florida Board of Nursing
• Florida Board Of Occupational Therapy
• Florida Board Of Speech – Language Pathology And Audiology
• Florida Board Of Nursing – Certified Nursing Assistants

Course Reviewer

Kathleen Webster, BSN, RN, CRRN, brings nearly four decades of nursing experience to her role. Earning her BSN in 1984 and CRRN in 2012, she began her career in acute rehabilitation and later specialized in hospice and home health care for over 25 years. 

A seasoned educator, Kathleen has authored numerous eLearning courses and led in-service training programs. As a former community care program director, she trained in-home aides and is committed to inspiring quality care and compassion in hospice and home care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is This Course Relevant for All Healthcare Professionals?

While this course is primarily designed for hospice nurses and nursing aides, it’s also beneficial for all healthcare professionals who wish to enhance their skills in managing palliative care emergencies. The content is tailored to be relevant for various clinical roles, ensuring comprehensive learning.

What Kind of Certification Will I Receive?

Upon completion, participants will receive a certification indicating their enhanced competence in hospice emergency training. This certification is a testament to your improved skills and knowledge in palliative and hospice care emergencies, adding value to your professional credentials.

Will This Course Improve My Confidence in a Hospice Setting?

Yes, a significant part of the course is designed to boost your self-reported confidence. Engaging in real-life scenarios and receiving feedback will make you feel more prepared and confident in handling emergencies in a hospice setting.

Can I Manage Emergencies Including Opioid-Induced Conditions?

Absolutely. The course covers managing palliative care emergencies, including opioid-induced respiratory depression. You’ll learn specific strategies and interventions for these emergencies, enhancing your ability to provide effective patient care.

Is There Any Follow-Up Training or Support Available?

Post-course, we offer continued support and resources. This includes access to our entire library of hospice training, enabling professionals to practice further and develop their clinical skills. 

How Long Does It Take to Complete the Training?

The course is designed to be concise yet comprehensive, requiring approximately 1.0 contact hours. This allows for an in-depth understanding of the material without a significant time commitment, fitting conveniently into busy professional schedules.