Resources for Health Professionals

Advance Directives:

Scanning Advance Directives into eStar

Advance Directive for Health Care (Tennessee)

Frequently Asked Questions about Advance Directives 

 

Communication Tools:

Vital Talk 

Serious Illness Conversation Guide (Ariadne Labs) 

 

Education Materials:

Learning Exchange Modules (VUMC) - search for 'Advance Care Planning' in VUMC Learning Exchange and click on the 'All' tab on the left

 

Hospice:

Hospice Scatter Bed Quick Start Guide

Hospice Scatter Bed Standard Work by Role 

Outpatient Hospice Packet

CMS Website for Hospice Options: www.medicare.gov/hospicecompare/. In the Location search field, type in the patient’s zip code or city, state and then click on search. Results will display in a new page and can be printed and shared with the patient to obtain desired agency. 

 

Palliative Care:

Vanderbilt Palliative Care Program