LNEC Core Module 1: Palliative Nursing

Course overview

This introductory course in palliative nursing provides an overview of palliative care principles and the essential role nurses play in caring for patients with serious illness and their families. The course highlights the impact of social and economic factors on care delivery and emphasizes collaboration with the interprofessional team to honor patients goals of care across the continuum. Nurses will be introduced to the balance of clinical skill, evidence-based practice, and compassionate presence that defines palliative nursing.