This Hospice New Zealand training course has been specifically designed for Health Care Assistants who work in an aged care setting, the community or hospital, and would like to learn about providing palliative and end of life care. This full day course builds on your work and life experiences; in addition, you will gain:
- confidence and improved skills to care for palliative patients and their whānau
- knowledge of the palliative care philosophy
- the skills to recognise pain and manage symptoms
- the ability to communicate and provide support in the last days of life and bereavement.
Morning tea will be provided; please bring your lunch.