Services at Greatness Hospice
At our hospice, we provide an extensive array of services meticulously tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Operating around the clock, our services include monthly doctor visits, skilled nursing visits authorized by a licensed physician, continuous nursing care, and accessible on-call nursing support. Additionally, we offer compassionate in-home extubation, paracentesis, and monthly maintenance for catheters/G-tubes. Our compassionate hospice aides conduct regular visits, while our skilled team administers wound care, facilitates imaging services, and manages prescription medications. Furthermore, we ensure seamless delivery of essential medical equipment, guaranteeing comprehensive support and comfort for our patients.
Attending Physician
An Attending Physician at our hospice is a distinguished medical professional who plays a pivotal role in certifying the patient's terminal illness. Beyond this critical task, they seamlessly integrate into our hospice team, contributing to the delivery of compassionate and holistic care. While retaining their role as the patient's primary physician, the Attending Physician collaborates closely with other members of our hospice team to ensure seamless coordination of care.
Medical Director
Under the leadership of our esteemed Medical Director, our hospice team is empowered to provide exemplary care tailored to the unique needs of each patient. Central to this process is the certification of prognoses by the Medical Director, ensuring accuracy and precision in our approach. Working in tandem with attending physicians, our Medical Director spearheads the development of personalized care plans, meticulously crafted to address individual patient requirements. Furthermore, our Medical Director serves as a valuable resource, offering expert consultation to attending physicians to uphold the highest standards of care. Through collaborative efforts and unwavering dedication, our hospice team under the guidance of our Medical Director remains steadfast in our commitment to delivering compassionate and exceptional end-of-life care.
Skilled Nurses: RNs & LVNs
Our adept nursing staff delivers top-tier care and support to patients and their families, upholding the highest standards of professionalism. Possessing extensive expertise in hospice care, our nurses undergo rigorous training to conduct thorough assessments during scheduled visits. The registered nurse adeptly coordinates personalized care plans and imparts essential knowledge to families regarding patient care techniques, medication administration, and proficient pain management strategies. Committed to excellence, our skilled nurses prioritize compassion and quality in every interaction, ensuring unparalleled care for all patients under our service.
Social Worker
Our esteemed social workers play an indispensable role within our hospice team. They meticulously assess the social needs of both the patient and their family, offering invaluable psychological and bereavement counseling services. Additionally, they facilitate referrals to various community resources and services as needed. Providing crucial emotional and spiritual support, our social workers strive to cultivate a profound sense of well-being for the patient and their family throughout this challenging period.
Chaplain
Our dedicated chaplain stands ready to offer compassionate emotional and spiritual support to both the patient and their family. This encompasses a range of services such as prayer, meditation, and fostering spiritual reflection. Additionally, our chaplain collaborates with the patient's clergy or spiritual leader to ensure that individual spiritual needs are thoughtfully addressed and fulfilled.
Home Health Aide
Our certified Home Health Aides are dedicated to delivering quality care in the comfort of your own home. We offer comprehensive services such as showering, self-care, and bed baths to ensure you or your loved one can maintain dignity and independence. Choose our Home Health Aide service for compassionate and reliable care.