The Hospice Nursing Podcast

James Dibben
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This is the only podcast dedicated to helping hospice nurses find fulfillment while avoiding the burnout that threatens the specialty. Hosted by James Dibben in Kansas City, Missouri. Visit our home page at The Hospice Nursing Podcast.

  1. MAR 16

    Episode Sixty-One: Moving Indoors

    In this episode I make some announcements on future plans for the show. ============================== As always, don’t forget to call, text or email to leave feedback! I would love to hear from you! 816-834-9191 James@confessionsofahospicenurse.net ============================== Be sure to check out thehospicenursingcommunity.com for extra content as well as hope, help and encouragement from other hospice nurses just like you!

    10 min

  2. MAR 2

    Episode Sixty: Personal Loss with Mike Barrett

    In this episode my good friend, Mike Barrett, returns to the show to share his own story of losing his mother in the last month. Mike shares with us why he wanted to share this with us so soon after his mother’s death.  He also goes into detail on how overwhelming everything was. He explains how hard it must be for our patients and their caregivers who have no medical knowledge yet are still expected to make sure difficult decisions. Finally, at the end of the show, mike shares with us how is faith has paid an important role in his ability to accept the outcome of his mom’s journey. I hope you will take the time to listen and be encouraged by Mike’s story! ============================== As always, don’t forget to call, text or email to leave feedback! I would love to hear from you! 816-834-9191 James@confessionsofahospicenurse.net ============================== Be sure to check out thehospicenursingcommunity.com for extra content as well as hope, help and encouragement from other hospice nurses just like you!

    57 min

  3. FEB 17

    Episode Fifty-Nine: Ask Questions; Talk Less

    In this episode I talk about the importance of asking good questions that help our patients and caregivers move forward in their acceptance of an end of life experience. The questions in this episode are the following… Is what I’m seeing something new?What does the word “hospice” mean to you?What do you hope these appointments will do for you?What do you plan to do when she stops feeding herself?Does he/she seem comfortable to you?What does comfortable look like for you?How can I best help you today?At the end of the episode I do a little experiment with awkward silence. Ultimately, I explain that we tend to talk too much and listen too little. ============================== As always, don’t forget to call, text or email to leave feedback! I would love to hear from you! 816-834-9191 James@confessionsofahospicenurse.net ============================== Be sure to check out thehospicenursingcommunity.com for extra content as well as hope, help and encouragement from other hospice nurses just like you!

    53 min

  4. FEB 3

    Episode Fifty-Eight: 10 in 10 Part 2

    Welcome to part 2 of the top 10 things I have learned in my first 10 years as a hospice provider! In this episode I cover items 6-10 of my list. 6. Work/life balance doesn’t happen by accident 7. Hospice is about repeatable and predictable behavior in every department 8. Haloperidol is the best first option to treat terminal restlessness 9. Staff centric agencies build the best foundation for success 10. Hospice is 80% psychosocial….for everyone In this episode I encourage everyone to check out 3 different episodes of the show. Episode 15 at https://www.confessionsofahospicenurse.net/episode-fifteen-success-in-the-alf/ Episode 16 at https://www.confessionsofahospicenurse.net/episode-sixteen-the-last-7-days/ Episode 17 at https://www.confessionsofahospicenurse.net/episode-seventeen-the-ltc-facility/ I also reference an interview with Mark Randolph. One of the men who started Netflix. https://youtu.be/HSVbD7RhOHU?si=THv7ehzCNj-4iApa ============================== As always, don’t forget to call, text or email to leave feedback! I would love to hear from you! 816-834-9191 James@confessionsofahospicenurse.net ============================== Be sure to check out thehospicenursingcommunity.com for extra content as well as hope, help and encouragement from other hospice nurses just like you!

    1h 2m

  5. JAN 19

    Episode Fifty-Seven: 10 in 10 Part 1

    Welcome to episode 57 of The Hospice Nursing Podcast! In this episode I start with the top 5 things I have learned in my 10 years of hospice experience. Case management is the foundation of all hospice careCase management success is in the detailsThere is not just one way to do hospiceModel the behavior you want to see in othersYour current company isn’t as bad as it seems, and the company you want to move to isn’t as great as it seams.While covering these ideas, I make sure to point out that nobody is doomed to failure just because they don’t’ have case management experience. I also explain that keeping a patient on hospice care is more dependent on the details than it is on the big picture. I share my thoughts on leadership, and I explain that leaders can’t expect their staff to behave in a way that isn’t modeled for them. At the end of this episode I explain that all hospice providers have their flaws, and we shouldn’t expect our next employer to be perfect. ============================== As always, don’t forget to call, text or email to leave feedback! I would love to hear from you! 816-834-9191 James@confessionsofahospicenurse.net ============================== Be sure to check out thehospicenursingcommunity.com for extra content as well as hope, help and encouragement from other hospice nurses just like you!

    59 min

  6. JAN 6

    Episode Fifty-Six: Ebb and Flow

    I’m back from a 6 month break from producing the show! In this episode I explain why I chose not to record any episodes in the last 6 months. I then review some of the things I learned during a massive growth spurt at my agency. I review the importance of self care, and I share some of my own personal health issues this year. I share what I learned about the importance of an orientation program.  I explain the importance of hospice leadership being willing to get out into the field and help during times of crisis. Finally, at the end of the show, I explain that everyone has physical and mental limitations and how I am no exception. ============================== As always, don’t forget to call, text or email to leave feedback! I would love to hear from you! 816-834-9191 James@confessionsofahospicenurse.net ============================== Be sure to check out thehospicenursingcommunity.com for extra content as well as hope, help and encouragement from other hospice nurses just like you!

    57 min

  7. 06/17/2024

    Episode Fifty-Five: Answering Pain Management Questions

    In this episode I answer 3 questions from the hospice nurse support group on facebook.    The first question has to do with giving liquid morphine every 6 hours scheduled and PRN morphine every 3 hours PRN. The second question involves using Tramadol for pain management. The third question has to do with elevated vital signs for actively dying patients. ============================== As always, don’t forget to call, text or email to leave feedback! I would love to hear from you! 816-834-9191 James@confessionsofahospicenurse.net ============================== Be sure to check out thehospicenursingcommunity.com for extra content as well as hope, help and encouragement from other hospice nurses just like you!

    54 min

  8. 06/02/2024

    Episode Fifty-Four: 11 Concepts I Learned From Chuck Schroeder

    In this episode I explore 11 things I learned from my 30 year friendship with Chuck Schroeder.    Chuck Schroeder went to be with Jesus on March 21st 2024. He was a monumental figure in my life. After speaking at his Celebration of Life service, I decided to do a podcast episode sharing what I learned from him. In this episode I explore the following lessons I learned from Chuck. Plan your work. Work your plan.Never give up on someoneDon’t be afraid to help your teamMeet you team’s emotional needs firstNothing (in business) is fatalDon’t make decisions out of fearMake decisions that reflect YOUR characterSay what you mean. Mean what you say.You’re never too old to learn or get betterIf you’re not growing, you’re dyingI ultimately don’t answer to man============================== As always, don’t forget to call, text or email to leave feedback! I would love to hear from you! 816-834-9191 James@confessionsofahospicenurse.net ============================== Be sure to check out thehospicenursingcommunity.com for extra content as well as hope, help and encouragement from other hospice nurses just like you!

    53 min
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This is the only podcast dedicated to helping hospice nurses find fulfillment while avoiding the burnout that threatens the specialty. Hosted by James Dibben in Kansas City, Missouri. Visit our home page at The Hospice Nursing Podcast.

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  • Creator
    James Dibben
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Hospice Nursing Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Hospice Nursing Podcast

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