7. Supporting End-of-Life Decisions – Helping patients and families understand palliative care, advance directives, and hospice options.

5. Coordinating Care – Assisting with transitions between hospital stays, rehabilitation, or home care to ensure continuity of care.
6. Advocating for Policy Changes – Working on a broader scale to improve healthcare laws, regulations, and hospital policies that impact patient care.

4. Communicating with Healthcare Providers – Acting as a bridge between patients and doctors to clarify medical information and ensure the patient’s voice is heard.

3. Navigating the Healthcare System – Helping patients understand insurance policies, billing, and available healthcare resources.

2. Protecting Patient Rights – Ensuring patients receive respectful, ethical, and appropriate care while addressing concerns about mistreatment or neglect.

A nurse advocate can assist patients in many ways, including:
1. Ensuring Informed Decision-Making – Explaining medical procedures, treatment options, and potential risks to help patients make well-informed choices.

I will begin taking clients (both in-person and virtually) beginning March 17. Please reach out if you would like a consultation.

Thank you so much!