Interdisciplinary Collaboration: The Voices of Hospice Medical Directors

Oliver, Debra Parker; Tatum, Paul; Kapp, Julie M.; Wallace, Audrey S.

doi:10.1177/1049909110366852

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“…The professional differences found in the subscale are similar to those of previous studies examining perceptions and experiences of interdisciplinary work among hospice professionals. [40][41][42] Job satisfaction was another area where professional discipline showed a significant difference. As a professional discipline, physicians were most happy with their jobs, and social workers reported the least job satisfaction with their job and their work environment.…”

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Similarities and Differences in Perspectives on Interdisciplinary Collaboration Among Hospice Team Members

Kobayashi

McAllister

2013

Am J Hosp Palliat Care

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This study surveyed 4 core hospice professionals (physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains) on their perceived level of interdisciplinary collaboration, the influences of interdisciplinary collaboration, and job satisfaction to determine potential similarities and differences based on profession and various demographic characteristics of the members or member hospices. Analysis found that there are overall no differences based on demographic characteristics. Differences between professions, while few, were largely in the area of perceptions on relationships between members of the hospice team. Specifically, social workers appear to perceive themselves as less connected to the other members of the interdisciplinary team, an area theorized to influence interdisciplinary collaboration. Difference between professions was also found in job satisfaction. Implications for hospice practice and interdisciplinary education are discussed.

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Similarities and Differences in Perspectives on Interdisciplinary Collaboration Among Hospice Team Members

Kobayashi

McAllister

2013

Am J Hosp Palliat Care

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“…The model integrates 4 theories-multidisciplinary theory of collaboration, services integration, role theory, and ecological systems theory-to describe successful team collaboration. 35,39,25 Bronstein's model consists of the following 5 components: interdependence, flexibility, newly created professional activities, collective ownership of goals, and reflection on the collaborative process. 7,35 Interdependence refers to the notion of team members relying on each other in order to achieve shared goals.…”

Section: Interdisciplinary Team Dynamics and Collaborationmentioning

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Communication Within Hospice Interdisciplinary Teams

Moore

Bastian

Apenteng

2016

Am J Hosp Palliat Care

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Hospice care is coordinated through an interdisciplinary team (IDT), which assures that a holistic care plan based on the patient's wishes is implemented. The extent to which an IDT provides quality care may be associated with how effectively they communicate within the team as well as with patients, caregivers, and families. This review seeks to characterize communication strategies among hospice IDT members and to determine how such strategies impact patient care. Although the existing literature sheds some light on communication within hospice IDTs, further research is needed. Inquiry into the communicative process of IDTs in settings other than team meetings, such as during patient visits or informal settings, would provide a more comprehensive representation of how communication influences IDT dynamics and overall team functioning.

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“…In addition to mandatory bereavement support, some hospices offer art, massage, or pet therapy. Much research on communication and collaboration has demonstrated the complexity of hospice care the IDT provides (Oliver, Tatum, Kapp, & Wallace, 2010; Oliver, Wittenberg-Lyles, & Day, 2006; Wittenberg-Lyles, Oliver, Demiris, Baldwin, & Regehr, 2008; Wittenberg-Lyles, Oliver, Demiris, & Regehr, 2010). To our knowledge, however, no researchers have specifically explored the setting of hospice care in the United States and its influence on IDT roles and care processes.…”

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Tremendous growth in hospice over the past 30 years in the United States has increased the number of terminally ill patients dying at home. Recently, however, more hospice patients are dying at inpatient facilities. To understand the varying perceptions about care in the home and inpatient hospice, we conducted semistructured interviews with 24 interdisciplinary team (IDT) members and analyzed the data using the constant comparative method. Core interdisciplinary tasks, including identifying the focus of energy, tailoring family caregiver involvement, acknowledging who is in charge, and knowing both sides differed in the home and inpatient settings. Despite the overarching umbrella of hospice care, home and inpatient hospice settings create different foci for IDT members, burdens and privileges for family caregivers, and control of the care plan. Key differences between home and inpatient hospice processes of care highlight the complexity of patient-centered end-of-life care in the United States.

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Interdisciplinary Collaboration: The Voices of Hospice Medical Directors

Cited by 10 publications

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Similarities and Differences in Perspectives on Interdisciplinary Collaboration Among Hospice Team Members

Similarities and Differences in Perspectives on Interdisciplinary Collaboration Among Hospice Team Members

Communication Within Hospice Interdisciplinary Teams

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