Available 24/7: (714)603-7314, Fax: (714)603-7029
Welcome to St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care
"Serving with Compassion"
Available 24/7: (714)603-7314, Fax: (714)603-7029
Welcome to St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care
"Serving with Compassion"
Who We Are
Healthcare Professinals You Can Trust
At St. Jude Hospice and Palliative Care we know you have many options when facing an advanced illness and we are committed to our patients and their families. We offer symptom management and support when you have decided curative treatment is no longer an option.
What is Hospice
Hospice affirms life and neither hastens nor postpones the end of life. It is predicated on the belief that through sensitivity, appropriate care, and the support of a caring community. Terminally ill patients and their families can begin to prepare, mentally, and spiritually, to face the inevitable challenges ahead.
It is to help with this journey that St. Jude Hospice and Palliative Care has been founded to assist patients and families who are coping with terminal illnesses.
Admission to Hospice Care
Compassionate care is key to a trusted relationship with our team. We not only strive to help you everyday, but want to develop a caring relationship with you. We provide high quality care that cannot compare in other settings.
Admitting a patient to the hospice program is a simple process for the physician, discharge planner or social worker. If the patient elects the program, the hospice team makes necessary arrangements for admission. For more information, please call us at (714)603-7314.
Services
St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care provides treatment of symptoms. This palliative care focuses on enhancing patient’s comfort and overall quality of life and is provided in the patient’s home, a nursing home, or hospital. St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week or on an intermittent
St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care provides treatment of symptoms. This palliative care focuses on enhancing patient’s comfort and overall quality of life and is provided in the patient’s home, a nursing home, or hospital. St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week or on an intermittent basis and include:
- Skilled nurses, who are trained specifically to deal with pain and symptom management
- Social workers, to offer counseling, and as resources for community services
- Hospice Aides and Homemakers
- Chaplains to provide spiritual support if needed
- Volunteers, to provide assistance, through visits, letter writing, reading or shopping
- Medications, equipment and supplies
We strive to:
- address the symptoms of the patient’s diseases with emphasis on controlling pain and discomfort;
- empower the patient and family by preparing them for the natural process of dying and providing physical emotional and spiritual support;
- provide bereavement and counseling services.
St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care recognizes that psychological, spiritual, and social services, as well as medical/clinical care, can contribute to an improve quality of life for patients and their families. A team of dedicated St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care professionals, guided by the choices and decisions made by the patient. T
St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care recognizes that psychological, spiritual, and social services, as well as medical/clinical care, can contribute to an improve quality of life for patients and their families. A team of dedicated St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care professionals, guided by the choices and decisions made by the patient. The team consists of, but not limited to:
- The patient's physician
- Skilled nurse
- Hospice aides
- Social worker
- Chaplain
- Volunteers
- St Jude Hospice Medical Director
Work with Us
St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
St Jude Hospice and Palliative Care expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of St Jude Hospice and Palliative Cares employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
We're looking for:
- Volunteers
- Certified home health/Hospice aides
- Licensed vocational nurse
- Spiritual counselor
- Registered nurses
- Medical Social Worker