Insight and education for end-of-life care
Nonfiction
Date Published: 12/1/2024
The Chronicles are an essential and informative read for hospice nurses, caregivers and others interested in end of life. Journey through 29 amazing stories of an Alaskan Hospice nurse with incredible people and learn about pain, symptom management and grieving. Through their love and loss, find encouragement and inspiration in these real-life lessons on this specialty of nursing not taught in the classroom. Hospice . . . Hospitum . . . Hospitality
Early Reviews
“Esther’s book is a must read for any nurse across the lifespan. She has not simply put together a collection of powerful stories of dealing with death and the dying process, but each story closes with the pearls of wisdom each patient and family were taught about end of life. Esther shows us, story by story, that being there to provide for the needs of peace, comfort, and love of the patient and their families in those last moments is one of the most important vows a nurse can keep.”
Christi M. Angelo, APRN-BC, F/AC Hospice and Acute Care - Alaska
“This account of an experienced hospice nurse in rural Alaska is both inspiring and informative. Esther’s interactions with patients demonstrate both the depth of her humanity and experience with patients toward the end of life. For the intended audience of Hospice nurses and caregivers, it provides a framework and clinical information while maintaining a truly compassionate undertone. Other audiences will be moved, informed and inspired...”
Patty Hewson C.R.N.P. Adult Primary Care - Pennsylvania
“The Chronicles depict how cultural beliefs and traditions one is raised with can help bring peace to the patient in knowing what their final journey holds. Faith, hope, and love are epitomized through Esther’s work.”
Angela Watson, MSN, BSN, BA, RN Case Manager Indian Health Services - New Mexico
“You will find a treasure chest of valuable knowledge to support any of the disciplines of the Hospice team. Every chapter connects you with the real dynamics of individuals and families as they walk through the end stages of life. I warn you now, some of these insightful stories will bring a tear, but also provide real and helpful expertise that will further enable you to do your calling better.”
David J. Gibson - Ordained Minister and Hospice Chaplain - Indiana
Introduction
The Chronicles offers insight and
education for end-of-life care, including pain and symptom management on
specific disease processes. The stories
are for Hospice Nurses and
caregivers, providing care for patients and loved ones. The Chronicles of love,
endurance, faithful companionship, and pain will inspire you as you experience
the stories unfold in the Alaskan setting.
The Chronicles include 25 different disease processes,
remarkable caregivers, the grieving processes, the four levels of care Hospice
provides, and healthy boundaries that need to be in place with patient and
caregiver relationships. Practical information is shared about the disease
process when one enters Hospice and the journey experienced until the patient
dies. You will find beauty in seeing the elements of the physical, mental,
spiritual and emotional being and how those intertwine in each patient’s story. Caregivers will gain insight into symptoms
associated with each disease and how to provide comfort to their family
members.
Hospice Nurses often feel a calling to this type of nursing. One way or another, we were drawn into it. Most nurses don’t say, “I
want to deal with death and dying every day!” Over the course of one’s life,
you engage and meet with circumstances that compel you to learn more about this
process of life that is so taboo in our Western culture. The spark in your
heart for end-of-life caregiving develops over time leading you to support and
grow that passion with more knowledge and purpose.
Caregivers who can care for their loved ones and participate
in the process; whether in a skilled facility, assisted living home, hospital,
and in the home setting; are a resource of strength and kindness to the patient
when walking this journey. You are loved and appreciated by every Hospice team
member!
Some stories will invoke deep emotion. Not everyone has a
peaceful death. You will explore the reasons why this can happen and understand
this concept more after diving into the pages ahead!
About the Author
Esther Pepper, RN, BSN, is a Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse who was raised in Alaska and has lived there most of her life. She has 20 years of experience as a nurse, 16 of which have been in Hospice care. She found her calling and passion for end of life early in her nursing career. She is dedicated to training new nurses into the field of Hospice and works as a Hospice Case Manager in South Central Alaska.
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