Insights - Winter 2010 - (Page 2)

Table of Contents 6 In the midst of many changes and challenges, it is easy to focus only on your work, your worries, your goals. But where does that leave your colleagues? And why does it matter? The articles in this issue—written by members of NHPCO’s National Council of Hospice and Palliative Professionals—explore these questions and provide guidance that can help each of us manage the changes in our work life while upholding the interdisciplinary team* model and honoring the goals of those we serve… 18 The Hospice Physician: More Involved—and More Engaged by Daniel Maison, MD, FAAHPM While some may view the new regulations that call for greater physician involvement as more of a hassle and expense than a benefit, NCHPP’s Physician Section leader reminds us of the positives. A Philosophical Look at the IDT by Barbara Bouton, MA, FT NHPCO’s director of professional development discusses this hallmark of hospice care—including the critical importance of upholding the IDT model and why some teams succeed in doing so while others don’t. 11 Resistance to Change: Perception or Reality? 21 The Role of Volunteers in Management by Rose van der Berg In 2005, Hospice of the Comforter decided to broaden its thinking and support volunteers in taking on leadership roles. Learn about its successful IPU volunteer services program. by Judy L. Seilbenick, RN, MOL, CHPCA Hospice of Northwest Ohio successfully managed sudden change that called for the opening of a new office in another state in just six weeks! Learn more about the factors that contributed to the successful transition, including direct feedback from the staff involved. * While the current Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation (Hospice CoPs) refers to the interdisciplinary team (IDT) as the “interdisciplinary group” (IDG), NHPCO continues to use the term “interdisciplinary team” in its communications (except in those concerning the specific regulations). We believe that using IDT helps reinforce and remain ever-mindful of the importance of team collaboration in interdisciplinary practice. 2 Insights 

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Insights - Winter 2010

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Thank You
A Philosophical Look at the IDT
Resistance to Change: Perception or Reality?
The Hospice Physician: More Involved—and More Engaged
The Role of Volunteers in Management
Complementary Therapy Innovators
Spending a Day in Their Team Member’s Shoes
Bereavement Professionals Shadow 6 Colleagues
Pharmacists and Nurses Connect
A Social Worker Sits in for an Office Manager
Clinical and Marketing Teams Shadow Each Other
Helpful Reminders for Executive Leadership
Keeping the IDT Spirit Alive
The Art of NCHPP
Using My NHPCO
Essential Guide to Hospice Management (display ad)
NHPCO Educational Offerings
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