146 Navigating the End of Life: Insights from Hospice Nurses - Part 2 with Meg Johnson Hall MS, RN, NEA-BC   In episode 146 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN interviews Meg Johnson Hall, a nurse with over 40 years of experience. In this second part of their conversation, Meg shares her profound personal and professional experiences in hospice care, including lessons in being a strong patient advocate and handling the emotional and psychological complexities of patients nearing the end of life. The episode also delves into heartwarming stories that illuminate the deep connections formed with patients and families during their most vulnerable times. Additionally, Meg offers valuable advice for hospice professionals and families, highlighting the importance of listening to patients' needs and advocating for their quality of life. The discussion concludes with Meg sharing details about her current work in healthcare coaching and holistic healing.  00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:29 Meet Your Host: Marie Betcher 00:46 Interview with Meg Johnson Hall: Part Two 01:08 Meg's Early Experience with Death 02:22 Advice for Hospice Nurses 04:30 Patient Advocacy and Family Dynamics 06:44 Humorous and Heartwarming Stories 12:35 A Patient's Final Wish 18:21 Meg's Current Work and Future Plans 21:35 Conclusion and Call to Action Reach out to MEG: <a href= "https://firstqualityconsulting.com/">https://firstqualityconsulting.com/</a>   Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.  Maire introduces a partnership with Suzanne Mayer RN inventor of the  <a href= "https://Episode%20147%20The%20Importance%20of%20Hospice%20and%20End-of-Life%20Planning%20In%20this%20episode%20of%20'Hospice%20Explained,'%20host%20and%20former%20hospice%20nurse%20Marie%20Bettcher,%20RN,%20provides%20essential%20information%20about%20hospice%20care,%20palliative%20care,%20and%20the%20importance%20of%20getting%20your%20finances%20in%20order%20for%20end-of-life%20planning.%20She%20discusses%20a%20recommended%20PBS%20program%20called%20'Going%20Your%20Way,'%20which%20covers%20these%20topics%20in-depth.%20Marie%20also%20highlights%20an%20upcoming%20episode%20featuring%20a%20fiduciary%20who%20will%20talk%20about%20managing%20end-of-life%20finances.%20Additionally,%20she%20introduces%20a%20partnership%20with%20cloud9caresystem.com,%20a%20sheet%20system%20designed%20to%20prevent%20and%20heal%20pressure%20sores%20in%20bedridden%20patients.%20Listeners%20are%20encouraged%20to%20share%20their%20personal%20stories%20and%20to%20subscribe%20and%20share%20the%20podcast.%2000:00%20Introduction%20and%20Disclaimer%2000:28%20Host%20Introduction%20and%20Purpose%2000:59%20PBS%20Documentary%20Review%2001:44%20Upcoming%20Episode%20Preview%2003:09%20Partnership%20with%20Cloud%20Nine%20Care%2005:16%20Listener%20Engagement%20and%20Conclusion"> cloud9caresystem.com</a>,  When patients remain in the same position for extended periods, they are at high risk of developing pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores. One of the biggest challenges caregivers face is the tendency for pillows and repositioning inserts to easily dislodge during care.(Suzanne is a former guest on Episode #119) When you order with Cloud 9 care system, please tell them you heard about them from Hospice Explained.(Thank You)  If you would, you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link  <a href= "https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice</a> Marie's Contact <a href= "mailto:Marie@HospiceExplained.com">Marie@HospiceExplained.com</a> <a href= "https://www.HospiceExplained.com">www.HospiceExplained.com</a> Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use <a href="https://Medicare.gov">Medicare.gov</a> to help find a hospice agency, 2. choose Find provider 3. Choose Hospice 4. then add your zip code This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

Podurama

Home

Trending

Personal

Your Podcasts

New Episodes

My Files

Favourite Episodes

Tags (Folders)

Recently Played

Bookmarks

Followed Playlists

146 Navigating the End of Life: Insights from Hospice Nurses: Part 2 with Meg Johnson Hall MS, RN, NEA-BC

Hospice Explained

AI Chapters

AI Insights

Reviews