Genesis Aldaz

Registered Nurse

Heartland Hospice

07.2022 - Current

Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
Educated patients and families about illness progression, treatment options, and available resources for additional support.
Efficiently managed caseloads while adhering to regulatory guidelines ensuring compliance with Medicare conditions of participation.
Ensured timely delivery of medical treatments for optimal symptom management while maintaining a high level of compassion.
Promoted an environment conducive to open communication among staff members regarding complex cases or challenging situations.
Coordinated discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams for smooth transitions from acute care settings to home-based hospice care.
Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans accordingly for best possible outcomes.
Conducted family meetings facilitating discussions surrounding goals of care, advance directives establishment or modification.
Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.