End of Life Certification Course: Accompanying the Dying Patient

As a healthcare professional, you do everything you can to be there for your dying patients.

That often includes holding a hand, granting a final desire, having difficult conversations... and doing your best to make sure no one has to die alone. It is a privilege to be allowed into this space to support the emotional needs of end-of-life patients and their loved ones.

But sustained exposure to suffering and loss can take a toll on your mental and emotional well-being… and feeling exhausted and emotionally drained shift after shift can lead to decreased morale, communication breakdowns, and compromised patient care.

The hard truth is that healthcare professionals delivering end-of-life care need a combination of up-to-date knowledge, compassion at the bedside, and advocacy skills — for their patients and themselves.

With the powerful End-of-Life Certification Course, you will advance your skills and transform your practice with these topics:

Plus, you can become a Certified End of Life Care Specialist! ELCS certification is a $199.99 value but it's FREE with your registration! *Professional and clinical experience standards apply. You'll discover ways to improve the end-of-life care you provide and maintain your purpose, all while advancing your clinical skills and knowledge.

End your shifts feeling fulfilled, not drained, knowing your most vulnerable patients are receiving exceptional, up-to-date care. Get started now!

End-of-Life Certification Course

Name: End-of-Life Certification Course: Accompanying the Dying Patient
SKU: CRS002013
Price: 399.99 USD
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Accompanying the Dying Patient

A $1,919.87 value

Yours Today for $399.99

Earn up to 25.5 CE hours! Including up to 4.0 Pharmacology CE hours!
Credit details | Course objectives and outline

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Advance Your End-of-Life Skill Set…

Register now for the most powerful end-of-life online training course and you'll unlock the latest evidence and best practice guidelines! What you can expect to take away:

Incorporate serious illness messaging & crucial conversation guidelines
Deliver specific care for end-stage patients: Liver, kidney, lung/heart disease, & cancer
Pharmacological update to manage distressing end-of-life symptoms
Ethical and legal dilemmas related to advanced care planning for your dying patients
Delve into cultural influences on end-of-life beliefs and decisions
Analyze how perspectives on the afterlife affect individual responses to death
Discriminate medications for breakthrough pain, when opioids are not effective
Design your compassion and empathy toolkit to maintain purpose, fulfillment, & to thrive
Analyze the role of guilt in the development of prolonged grief
Explain the use of therapeutic diets and dietary supplements on nutrition
Develop the skills to work through palliative referrals, financial considerations, and hospice eligibility criteria

Learn from 9 End-of-Life clinical authorities including nurse practitioners, an international grief specialist, a healthcare attorney, mental health experts, a dietitian nutritionist, advanced certified hospice and palliative nurses, and more!

They see end-of-life patients in their respective specialized practice settings. Not only will they synthesize the latest research, but they'll also deliver tips and advice learned through their extensive patient care experiences.

See What Your Colleagues Think About Your Course Speakers

"I will use the resources and conversation guides in my practice, to help have these challenging conversations and start advanced care planning early on with my patients."

— Nicole, RN (on Nancy Joyner)

"The speaker (Dr. Hoh) was very good! She broke down the symptoms of EOL concerns into how to assess them, causes, and pharmacological treatments."

— Kathy, APRN

"This was THE BEST program on pain management I have ever participated in! I have much better knowledge to speak with providers about options for orders."

— Mary, RN (on Dr. Langlois)

"I've been inspired to get NP certification in palliative care!"

— Roxanne, NP (on Nancy Joyner)

"This session will assist me in explaining variances in advance directives, living wills, POA, last will and testimony, etc. Great speaker!"

— Jennifer NP (on Attorney Fenner)

End-of-Life Certification Course
Accompanying the Dying Patient

A $1,919.87 value

Yours Today for $399.99

Earn up to 25.5 CE hours! Including up to 4.0 Pharmacology CE hours!
Credit details | Course objectives and outline

What Will I Learn?

Pain management at the end-of-life is the right of the patient and the duty of the clinician. In this session, bedside clinical nurse specialist Paul Langlois shares insights from his decades of experience caring for high-needs patients, such as multi-system organ failure patients. Walk away knowing the latest pharmacologic modalities to treat pain at the end-of-life, including:

Opioid and non-opioid medication, like NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, and antidepressants
Common complications; drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, and organ failure
Appropriate sleep aid medications for EOL patients

Information about Paul Langlois

It's hard to see someone at end-of-life struggle with non-pain symptoms, like labored breathing or nausea, whether you're a family member or a practitioner. In this session, national award-winning advanced practice nurse, Dr. Francine Hoh gives you a guide to managing common, non-pain symptoms to alleviate your patients' suffering at the end-of-life. Walk away with:

Appropriate treatment plans for end-of-life dyspnea and fatigue
Pharmacological and non-pharmacological solutions to manage nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, and anorexia
Ways to treat anxiety, depression, and existential distress at end-of-life using medications
An interdisciplinary approach to end-of-life care, including family education
Case studies and sample assessment tools

Information about Francine Hoh

Each particular end-stage disease has unique complexities for the patient, the family, and the healthcare professional. In this module, certified hospice and palliative care nurse, Lores Vlaminck walks you through specific strategies to care for various end-stage patients, including end-stage liver, kidney, lung disease, heart disease, and cancer. Discover:

Pharmacological interventions to provide palliative care measures
Assessment scales to predict poor survival rates
Clinical Practice Guidelines from the National Coalition for Hospice and Palliative Care

Information about Lores Vlaminck

Palliative wound care utilizes mutual goal setting to maximize the quality of life in patients where wound healing may not be the primary goal. Knowledge of pain management, decreased dressing change frequency, and infection prevention methods can facilitate successful outcomes in this specialized cohort of wound patients. Learn about the special considerations of palliative wound care including an increased emphasis on infection prevention, comfort, and pain management. In addition, hear which management strategies are contraindicated in certain palliative wound types to avoid complications.

Information about Laura Swoboda

The food we eat has such a profound impact on our health, but it can be a challenge to meet your patients' unique nutritional needs at the end-of-life. In this session, Gerontological Nutrition Specialist Liz Friedrich outlines key nutrients needed by older adults, the roles they play, and food sources of those nutrients, as well as potential barriers to providing effective nutrition interventions. You'll discover:

Evidence-based therapeutic diets for disease management
How a poor diet can lead to cognitive decline
Ways to use dietary supplements to meet nutritional needs

Information about Liz Friedrich

Each end-of-life patient trusted to your care deserves to be optimally supported, on the final journey of their life. In this session, award-winning EOL Nursing educator Lores Vlaminck gives you concrete strategies to identify patients for whom aggressive therapy is not appropriate, skills to work through palliative referral and financial considerations, and updated hospice eligibility criteria. Together you'll cover:

The myths surrounding hospice care services
The pillars of Palliative Care, including barriers and benefits
Medicare Hospice Benefit

Information about Lores Vlaminck

Learn how to prevent or minimize suffering while respecting your dying patients' wishes. Through case studies and compelling lectures, nationally acclaimed nurse-attorney Lois Fenner McBride shows you common ethical dilemmas and plausible resolutions for providing safe and compassionate end-of-life care. Discover:

Ways to cope with the ethical dilemmas that occur with end-of-life caregiving
Legal defenses against professional negligence or malpractice claims related to EOL care
Suggested EOL patient checklists, including living wills and pet trusts

Plus, earn up to 1.5 Ethics CE Hours!

Information about Lois A Fenner-McBride

We know a patient's approach to illness and death is directly impacted by their culture. In this module, medical social work expert, Dr. Latasha Ellis shows you how to deliver end-of-life care that is unique to each patient and their cultural backgrounds, values, and beliefs in order to meet their individual needs and different expectations of the dying process. You'll cover:

Categories of Cultural Influence
Social Drivers of Health
Cultural Considerations for Dying Gracefully
Family Dynamics
Leaving a Legacy

Plus, earn up to 3.0 Cultural Competency CE Hours!

Information about Latasha Ellis

Looking into the face of death is one of the scariest and most emotional battles that your patients will ever have to go through. Internationally acclaimed grief specialist Ligia Houben uses her experience training bereavement support group leaders to transform the way you treat patients struggling with death, dying, and bereavement. Walk away knowing how to:

Assist clients and their caregivers with end-of-life preparation, including legal documents and advanced care planning
Manage pain and provide comfort at the end-of-life
Start difficult conversations with family members who may not yet be ready to accept that their loved one is dying

Information about Ligia M Houben

Sometimes it feels like the conversations we have with our patients would be better suited for a therapist's office. However, guiding patients through their medical treatment and care involves very specific, and often emotional, discussions with them. In this module, Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nancy Joyner tells you the four most powerful words when making advanced care plans and helps you address the hardest questions, like "How long do I have?" You'll get:

Questions to initiate important Advance Care Planning (ACP) conversations
The updated 2023 Serious Illness Conversation Guide PDF
Tips for raising awareness of ACP in your facility
Case studies to practice communication and shared decision-making

Information about Nancy E. Joyner

Pain can very seriously impact activities of daily living and quality of life for our elderly patients. Multiple comorbidities, polypharmacy, and potential for harm make it a challenge to determine the appropriate drug, dosages, and maintenance of therapy. Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, will deliver evidence-supported updates for pharmacological and nonpharmacological therapies to manage pain in the elderly.

Information about Steven Atkinson

** Including FREE Certification**

End-of-Life Certification Course
Accompanying the Dying Patient

A $1,919.87 value

Yours Today for $399.99

Earn up to 25.5 CE hours! Including up to 4.0 Pharmacology CE hours!
Credit details | Course objectives and outline

BONUS

Upon completion of this training, you'll be eligible to become a Certified End of Life Care Specialist (ELCS) through Evergreen Certifications.

A $199.99 Value — Yours Free!

Certification lets colleagues, employers, and clients know that you've invested the extra time and effort necessary to understand the complexities of end-of-life care.

Professional standards apply. Visit www.evergreencertifications.com/ELCS for details.

Are you ready to step into the life awaiting you as a
Certified End of Life Care Specialist (ELCS)?

Becoming a Certified End of Life Care Specialist (ELCS) is the easiest way to transform your career forever. This certification will showcase your expertise in caring for patients and families during the most difficult times. With your certification, you'll become trained in:

Pharmacological treatment and protocols for pain management in end-of-life.
Adjunct therapies and nonpharmacological treatments to promote patient comfort.
Palliative wound care and treatment interventions and strategies for managing wound pain.
Specific strategies to care for various end-stage diseases.
Nutrition assessments, the use of dietary supplements and therapeutic diets.
Communication strategies for difficult conversations to assist clients and/or caregivers with serious illness and end-of-life preparation.
Cultural influence on end-of-life beliefs/decisions and how to improve experience based on these influences.
Barriers and benefits of palliative care and hospice.
Stages and types of grief and bereavement.
Ethical and legal issues related to end-of-life care including the professionals' responsibilities and obligations.

Elevate your status as a clinician...

In just three easy steps, you will become a Certified End of Life Care Specialist (ELCS)*:

Step 1: Engage in the End of Life Care Certification Training.

Step 2: Complete the CE test and instantly print your certificate of completion.

Step 3: Submit your application to Evergreen Certifications and we'll cover the cost of your certification for 1 year (a $199.99 value!).*

That's it! No hidden fees. No catch. Just certification made EASY.

*Professional and clinical experience standards apply. Learn more at www.evergreencertifications.com/ELCS.

We partner with Evergreen Certifications to include certification with some of our products. When you purchase such a product, we may disclose your information to Evergreen Certifications for purposes of providing services directly to you or to contact you regarding relevant offers. Evergreen Certifications is owned by PESI, Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Whether you're an NP, RN, physician, or paramedic you need to know the most up-to-date information available for providing the best possible care to dying patients. From pain management strategies to avoiding legal risks, this training gives you a complete understanding of compassionate end-of-life care.

Learn from 9 End-of-Life clinical authorities including nurse practitioners, an international grief specialist, a healthcare attorney, mental health experts, a dietitian nutritionist, advanced certified hospice and palliative nurses, and more!

They see end-of-life patients in their respective specialized practice settings. Not only will they synthesize the latest research, but they'll also deliver tips and advice learned through their extensive and diverse patient care experiences.

Plus, you'll walk away with evidence-based strategies to de-stress, manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and stop feeling overwhelmed. Discover ways to find fulfillment, even in the darkest moments, and avoid burnout.

Become a Certified End of Life Care Specialist (ELCS) and demonstrate your commitment to providing the best possible care to patients who are going through the end-of-life experience. Know you are making a difference to your most vulnerable patients.

Becoming a Certified End of Life Care Specialist (ELCS) will not only advance your career — it could save it.

Stand out as the clinician who continues to feel a deep sense of fulfillment and satisfaction from providing meaningful care to patients and their families during a challenging time.

Demonstrate your ability to successfully addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of your dying patients leaves you with a sense of accomplishment. Knowing that you've made a positive impact on someone's quality of life can be personally gratifying.

Immediately! Once you register for this self-directed course, the materials are yours to keep, access, and review at your own pace, around your own busy schedule.

With over 25 hours of online video training, insightful commentary, case studies, and examples, you will have compelling new clinical strategies that you can immediately start applying in your practice! We encourage you to take the time to fully absorb everything. Watch the videos. Read the materials. Get your CE hours!

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End-of-Life Certification Course
Accompanying the Dying Patient

A $1,919.87 value

Yours Today for $399.99

Earn up to 25.5 CE hours! Including up to 4.0 Pharmacology CE hours!
Credit details | Course objectives and outline

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