BookRebecca S. Imes, Leah M. Omilion-Hodges, Jennifer D.B. Hester.
Summary: "This book is designed to help you understand teams in the unique setting of palliative care. This book utilizes: Stories from nurses, social workers, physicians, patients, families, executives, chaplains, and pharmacists; Pearls from the Field: Provider and team takeaways; Best practices of team leaders; Tips for individuals and palliative care teams to communicate with other providers, departments, and senior leadership; Discusses how to improve short-term and long-term functionality; Outlines the predictors of burnout for palliative care providers and teams; Self-care and team-care suggestions; and Combines recent research and theory in an accessible writing style"-- Provided by publisher.
Contents:
Why We Need to Talk about Teams and Communication in Palliative Care
Who Are the Players? Exploring the Types of Palliative Care Providers
Formation and Maintenance of High Performing Palliative Care Teams
Leading Palliative Care Teams
Interdisciplinary Palliative Care Team Meetings
Occupational Culture : Understanding the Role and Stigma of Palliative Care
Self-care and Team-care in Emotional Labor-Intensive Positions.