Leading Through Loss: Experiences of Nursing Home Administrators-in-Training During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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作者
Hawes, Frances M. [1 ,2 ]
机构
[1] Univ Wisconsin Eau Claire, Hlth Care Adm Dept, Eau Claire, WI USA
[2] Univ Wisconsin Eau Claire, Hlth Care Adm Dept, 1702 Pk Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701 USA
关键词
end-of-life care; nursing home staff; facility management; death education; COVID-19; administrator preparation; PALLIATIVE CARE; EDUCATION; NURSES; LIFE; END;
D O I
10.1177/00302228231189847
中图分类号
B84 [心理学];
学科分类号
04 ; 0402 ;
摘要
End-of-life care is a critical aspect of long-term care, yet there is limited understanding of nursing home staff's experiences and preparation in this area, particularly among facility administrators. To address this gap, two cohorts of Administrators-in-Training (2021 & 2022) were interviewed about their knowledge and practices regarding end-of-life care in skilled nursing facilities. Interviews focused on involvement in end-of-life discussions, coping strategies, grief support, and personal perspectives on death. The findings revealed a significant lack of training on death management and end-of-life care for Administrators-in-Training (AITs), with limited grief support mechanisms in place within skilled nursing facilities. Personal experiences with death influenced AITs' approach to end-of-life care, and various coping strategies were observed. The results highlight the need for comprehensive training programs and improved support for AITs to enhance end-of-life care delivery.
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