What is the next step after a physician makes a referral to VNA Hospice?
Our admissions coordinator will call to set up an appointment with the patient, the patient’s caregiver (usually a designated family member) and other family members. A VNA Hospice admissions nurse will then visit the patient where they are residing, or in the hospital, and complete a detailed physical assessment of the patient’s condition. Our interdisciplinary services are described, questions are addressed and the patient can choose to come under VNA Hospice care at that time. One of the patient’s caregivers must attend the initial assessment, which can be scheduled after business hours and on weekends. Family members are encouraged to be present.
