A lot of people don’t realize just how many people are there to support you. It’s not just one nurse or one visit here and there; it’s a whole team, all working together around the patient and the family. We’re breaking that down a little bit, who’s involved, what they do, and how they all come together to support you.

Our moderator, Lauren King, BSW, Coastal Hospice Provider & Community Relations Team Leader, recently sat down with Holly Murray, RN, BSN, Coastal Hospice Chief Clinical Officer, to discuss “The Role of the Hospice Team” and help educate the community about the many layers of support hospice provides.

Some key points discussed include:

• Nurses manage symptoms and provide clinical expertise.
• Social workers offer emotional support and resource navigation.
• Cha ...