WHATS IN A HOSPICE NURSE’S BAG | HOSPICE NURSE | what you’ll need as a hospice nurse
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- Ever wonder what you’ll need to keep in your bag as a hospice nurse?
What the heck do we carry in our “luggage” as I like to call it?
The answer is MANY THINGS | we are just low key Mary Poppins
But don’t keep too much in there!
Learn the do’s and don’ts of what to keep In your bag and some things you may not thought of!
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Disclaimer: Please note that none of the above statements in the video are reflective of my employer or place of employment. All info given in this video is based off of personal clinical experience and you should always follow your scope of practice within your state and licensure. This video is not intended to replace curriculum you have learned through your nursing program. You should follow guidelines/education put in place by your employer and/or nursing program.
I use a grey diaper bag. Has pockets for everything! And the mesh pockets on the side, holds my drinks. The changing pad I use as a barrier for my food if if have a long enough lunch period in between clients, to sit at a park during the summer. It was my 10 year old daughter's idea! ( gotta give her the credit, lol)
Love your Videos!!
That’s an awesome idea! Pretty much the same thing! Thank you for watching!
I've been a nurse in acute/critical care for over 20 years. I am new to hospice nursing. I LOVE your channel, and the information you give! You are entertaining, and very informative at the same time. Thank you so much for all your tips/tricks in the field of hospice nursing!
Thank you so much for watching them! I’m still learning everyday but I love sharing anything I can to help out or inspire a fellow hospice nurse! Thank you again, from the bottom of my heart and stay safe!
Kaliegh, it’s been 2 years since you wrote this comment. Are you still at hospice? Do you love it? I am leaving the floor and I start there in 2 weeks.
I begin my 1st Hospice position tomorrow! Your channel is exactly what I was looking for to gain more insight into Hospice Nursing. I'm fortunate to have worked with an amazing Hospice RN the last 6 months, helping to care for my terminally ill father in-law. I learned a lot in that journey, specifically, that Hospice Nursing is my calling. Thank you for putting these videos out!
Congrats on the job! You’ve got this 💪 You’re going to love it! Thank you so very much for watching and commenting ❤️ feel free to reach out anytime!
Thank you so much! Exact info I was looking for.
Thank you for watching 🤗 glad I could help!
That was very helpful. I start my Hospice job in about a week. I can’t wait! You’re hilarious. God bless!
Hey Allie! We have a great addition to our nurse bag! We will reach out ;)
U are the best!!!! In management in LTC over 10 yrs and getting into hospice .Ur video is very powerful and encouraging .👏👏❤❤🙏✌
Ahhh that’s so amazing!! You’re going to bring some great experience and knowledge to your patients! So happy for you!
good kit. I take very little into the home and use my car as my supply room. If it goes in the home it stays in the home. Not withstanding, infection control technique can always be improved. Good job.
Exactly! Take what you need! Thanks so much 😁
Thanks for sharing! Could you do a video on how to take a manual blood pressure?
Thank you! And I’ll definitely keep that in mind for future videos thank you!
Thats awesome:)Can you make a video of giving tips or a study guide for taking the nclex?
It’s been a while since I took the nclex 😣 but I’ll put it on my list for my future videos! Thanks for the idea! And thank you for watching!
You're hair was so pretty
I’m also a hospice field nurse . Your bag is very similar to mine . The only difference is I use a manual BP rather than an electric BP machine . Great video !
I keep both in my bag! But for some patients, especially those who are contracted or my Nanas who wear 3 sweaters, the wrist one definitely comes in handy! Thank you so much for watching!
Great info Allie. Do you mind me asking where did you buy your "hospice eligibility toolbox" and "wound" books?
So I have the booklet through my job. My wound stuff I actually got through medline! Since a lot (mostly all) of our supplies come from them I figured it would be helpful. They also have it online too I believe. Both of my jobs do yearly or more wound care training so we also get power points. Lots of info!
@@HospiceNurseAllie Perfect! Thank you:)
I was wondering the same
Im a hospice CC nurse. Similar items in my bag
Good to know! I haven’t been called out yet to do CC but it’s good to know I’ll be prepared!
I can’t find those awesome little books anywhere. Can you give me the author or publisher or some info that will help me find them?? You are awesome!
Ohh no!! The eligibility tool book I get from my work. The medline book I got from my last agency. And I did try looking online and can’t find it either! That’s such a bummer. What I would do is ask your agency if they have a catalogue from the wound care supplier you use- they may be able to get you one. Most have them! And I got the mini drug book from amazon! Just search Lippincott Pocket Drug Guide for Nurses
Could you possibly post which thermometer, blood pressure cuff etc you are using? It would greatly help me getting ready for the job. Thank you
So the thermometer is iproven and I will have to double check on the BP cuff!
Do you have a video that shows how you use your planner for the week?
I am so sorry for JUST seeing this. So I don’t use a planner since I work weekends. I kind of fly by the seat of my pants😂
very informative where can i purchase those notebook
Yes! They sell them at staples- Just look for a steno notebook
Where did you get your wound care pocketbook
From my work. I believe if your company uses medline they can get them! They also have a pdf version on their website.
HI, love your video. Could you please tell me how many patients a day do you see and average per week? Thank you!
It all depends. I work mostly weekends, which means I can work anywhere from 8-12 hours. Some days I see 5 patients other days I have seen 8 or more. For case managers it’s a bit different, it depends on census and need of the patients; some patients require daily wound care while others may only need to be seen once a week.
@@HospiceNurseAllie Thank you!
Hi ALLIE- I am a Personal Care Assistant (Homemaker/Home Healthcare worker) and I was wondering if you can offer any advice for getting into the hospice career path and if its best to go for RNs or LPNs or CNAs...etc. Thanks so much! - ALLY
As a PCA you can totally start as a CNA! I think CNA is such a great profession in general and is also a great foundation for any nursing career! Hospice also hires both LPNs and RNs. It all depends on what your end goal is: do you want to be a case manager, clinical manager, or a visit nurse/CNA? But there is nothing wrong with taking the scenic route to your end goal either, you have to do what feels right for you and also what is doable for you. You’ve got experience already girl I’m sure you’d make a great addition to a hospice team!
And oh em gee another ally! 🥳
Where do you get the wound care pocket book?
So the book I got from my job- but it is made by medline so it may be available on their website or on amazon. You may even be able to have your boss order one for you! It’s quite handy to have!
I have 10 years acute care experience but none in wound care. Will hospice companies train for wound vac troubleshooting and wound care?
I would say most will, and you’ll gain experience as you go along.
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Please tell us the name of the first two books.
So the first one is a hospice eligibility booklet- hospices usually provide those for their nurses. The second one is a medline advanced wound and skin care guide- I also got that from my work, but I would ask if your work has something similar! If you use medline, the medline reps may be able to get you one.☺️
How do you clean your BP cuff?
Sani wipes and disinfectant spray
Hi. Where did you get the Hospice Eligibility Toolbook?
... and the wound book?? Lol
The tool book is from my job. Hospices give them out, or something similar, to all hospice nurses usually. The wound book I got from my work. I’ve been trying to see how people can order them; but you have to either go through your medline rep, admin, or something of that sort to get it ordered. They do have an app though! Search ‘medline skin health’
Where do you get the books from??
I got them from my work. If your work gets their supplies through medline then you may be able to get the wound care book! Medline also has a pdf version on their website.
How long have you been a visiting Hospice nurse and why did you pick that specialty?
Over four years now! I had always been interested in it since I was in nursing school, I love it because instead of treating the patients disease we treat them as a person and give them the best quality of life until they get called home ❤️ also the fact that we have an interdisciplinary team is awesome too🤘
Allie Beth thank you! I will be transitioning to Hospice in January. I found myself being drawn to the specialty after years of trying to “cure” people. Your videos are very helpful.
Welcome to the team! I’ll be doing more hospice based videos so keep an eye out 😉 I you will love it! It’s such a beautiful speciality
Allie Beth 😊😊
Do you throw your trash away in the home? Please tell me I don't have to take it with me.
Definitely throw any trash from visits away in the home! 🙂
Is that the Mary Poppins bag?
This is my old bag- def got sciatic issues carrying a one shoulder bag
@@HospiceNurseAllie I'm still going to call it your Mary Poppins bag haha I love it. A spoon full of sugar helps the medicine go down
share pic of sani wipes...not the tube
They come in individual packages in boxes of 50-100 I believe. I would ask your work to supply them as per state regs they need to give you supplies to clean your equipment.