Delineation of core roles of oncology social workers in inpatient settings: a secondary data analysis.

There is limited literature on the roles and tasks conducted by oncology social workers (OSW) who work with cancer patients in inpatient units. The purpose of this study was to delineate the roles reported to be significant to practice among OSWs who practice in inpatient settings and to identify the domains into which these roles fall. The data used in this secondary data analysis were collected in a large national study of OSWs to delineate the roles and tasks across all cancer settings.

Oncology social workers' involvement in palliative care: Secondary data analysis from nationwide oncology social workers survey.

Objectives: Social workers are vital in delivering psychosocial services in palliative care, yet their specific roles in palliative oncology remain undefined. This study aimed to delineate the current practice role of oncology social workers involvement in palliative care in the United States.

Methods: This study utilized a cross-sectional design and involved secondary analysis of data from a nationwide survey focused on workforce conditions for oncology social workers.

End-of-Life Care Education in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Fellowship Programs: Exploring Fellow and Program Director Perspectives.

The aim of this study is to describe the current state of end-of-life (EOL) care education within pediatric critical care medicine (PCCM) fellowship programs and explore potential differences in beliefs on EOL care education between program directors (PDs) and fellows. A mixed-methods study based on data obtained through a nationally distributed, web-based cross-sectional survey of PCCM fellowship PDs and PCCM fellows was performed. Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)-accredited PCCM fellowships in the United States.

Work Satisfaction Among Hospice and Palliative Nurses.

Job satisfaction among hospice and palliative nurses is important as turnover and a dissatisfied workforce impact the work environment and the care provided to seriously ill patients and their families. This article reports the results of a nationwide survey of 633 hospice and palliative nurses evaluating job satisfaction, intent to leave, job stressors, suggested work improvements, and self-care strategies. Statistically significant correlations were found between the Home Healthcare Job Satisfaction Scale and subscales and the individual's self-rating of overall job satisfaction, likelihood of leaving the job, and thoughts of quitting.

Results of a nationwide hospice and palliative care social work job analysis.

The role of the hospice and palliative social worker is often ambiguous and misunderstood by colleagues and fellow team members. One reason for this is the lack of identified, clearly delineated roles, skills, and tasks employed by these specialty social workers in their daily work. This article summarizes the first nationwide job analysis of hospice and palliative social workers.

"Sacred Work": Reflections on the Professional and Personal Impact of an Interdisciplinary Palliative Oncology Clinical Experience by Social Work Learners.

This study explored the impact of an oncology palliative care clinical experience with older adults on social work learners. A three-member research team conducted a qualitative content analysis of reflective writings. 27 Master of Science in Social Work students enrolled in an interprofessional palliative oncology curriculum and completed a reflective writing assignment to summarize the clinical scenario, analyze the patient/family care provided, and describe the impact of the experience.