Managing Patient Deaths: An Understanding – Level 1 Course

This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. 

This includes:

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

Managing Patient Deaths: An Understanding – Level 1 Training: Who is it for?

The Managing Patient Deaths: An Understanding – Level 1 Training Course is tailored for healthcare professionals across the UK who seek to gain a comprehensive understanding of the intricate processes associated with patient deaths in healthcare settings. This course is particularly valuable for professionals working in hospitals, hospices, care homes, palliative care services, and community care providers who are keen on enhancing their knowledge and skills in managing patient deaths with empathy and professionalism.

Who Should Attend the Managing Patient Deaths: An Understanding – Level 1 Training Course:

1. Nurses and Nursing Assistants: Registered nurses, healthcare assistants, and nursing professionals involved in providing end-of-life care and support to patients and their families, and managing the compassionate and dignified passing of patients.

2. Palliative Care Professionals: Professionals specializing in palliative care who are dedicated to providing comprehensive support to patients and families during the terminal phase of life, ensuring comfort and dignity in the face of death.

3. Medical Practitioners: Doctors and medical professionals involved in end-of-life care and decision-making, focusing on the ethical and practical aspects of patient deaths and the communication of sensitive information.

4. Social Workers: Social workers who play a vital role in providing emotional support and practical assistance to patients and families, guiding them through the emotional and practical challenges associated with patient deaths.

5. Healthcare Managers and Administrators: Professionals responsible for overseeing care processes and policies within healthcare organizations, ensuring that the management of patient deaths aligns with best practices and ethical standards.

Key Learning Outcomes of the Managing Patient Deaths: An Understanding – Level 1 Training Course:

• Patient-Centred Care: Gain insights into delivering patient-centred care to individuals approaching the end of life, focusing on their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

• End-of-Life Decision Making: Understand the ethical considerations and decision-making processes surrounding end-of-life care, including the use of advanced care directives and communication of care preferences.

• Grief and Bereavement Support: Develop an understanding of the grief and bereavement experiences of families and loved ones, and learn techniques to offer compassionate support during and after the loss of a patient.

• Understanding Legal and Ethical Issues: Navigate the legal and ethical aspects related to patient deaths, including consent, confidentiality, and the roles and responsibilities of healthcare professionals in managing patient deaths.

• Effective Communication Skills: Enhance communication skills to facilitate honest and compassionate conversations with patients and families about end-of-life care, ensuring clarity, empathy, and understanding throughout the process.

The Managing Patient Deaths: An Understanding – Level 1 Training Course is structured to provide healthcare professionals with a foundational understanding of patient deaths, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to deliver compassionate, dignified, and culturally sensitive care to patients and families during the challenging period of facing end-of-life decisions and experiences.