Behavioural Changes: The Importance of “Knowing the Person”

Behavioural Changes: The Importance of “Knowing the Person”

This story is shared with us by our colleague Andrea Leatherdale – RN, BScN, Practical Nursing Program Coordinator at Centennial College. In this story, the nurse observes changes in behaviour of one of the residents. The nurse is not able to shake off the concern that something significant is about to happen. The story illustrates […]

Journaling for Self-Care

Life & Death Matters Post

It is a wonderful thing to care for loved ones, family, and friends… As Tia Walker says, “To care for those who once cared for us is one of the highest honors.” “The Inspired Caregiver: Finding Joy While Caring for Those You Love”,   And it is a wonderful thing to be a caregiver by […]

On being a hospice palliative care nurse AND a daughter…

Life & Death Matters Post

Last month I wrote about my mom dying.  Mary Hughes (nurse leader extraordinaire) from PEI wrote to say that she wanted to hear my thoughts on being a daughter and a Hospice Palliative Care (HPC) nurse.. how was it easier? in what ways was it harder? I have reflected on this over the past few […]

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Courtney Murrell is a PSW who works in hospice palliative care.

When she is not at work, she is spending time with her family, going on hikes or writing. Courtney is a lifelong learner and loves to share her passion for writing as a wellness practice.

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