Role of Consultant Palliative Care Providers in Nursing Facilities and Assisted Living Facilities
Palliative Care is a specialized medical care focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of serious illness. Palliative Care consultant providers in Nursing Facilities and Assisted Living Facilities can be a great resource for patients, families and staff dealing with serious illnesses as they assist with improving the quality of life for patients with serious illness regardless of what stage of disease they are at. Topics discussed will include:
* What is Palliative Care?
* What are the benefits of Palliative Care?
* When to Refer to Palliative Care?
* What does a Palliative Care Consultation look like?
Sarah M. Collins, MSN, ANP-BC, ACHPN - Amedisys & Roxanne A. Dombrowski, FNP-C, ACHPN - Home Health & Hospice Care
Sarah M. Collins is an Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner and holds a certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Advanced Practice Nursing. Her current role is Area Director for Amedisys Palliative Care and leads a team of Palliative Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants across six Palliative Care Practices in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire and Maine. She has 20 years of experience as a nurse practitioner and prior to becoming a Palliative Care Specialist she worked as a Nurse Practitioner in long term and post- acute care for 10 years.
Roxanne A. Dombrowski is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and a 2014 graduate of Rivier University. She began her career in long-term care, where she developed a strong foundation in supporting patients with chronic and complex conditions.
Since joining Home Health & Hospice Care in 2016, Roxanne has served as a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner, specializing in symptom management and quality-of-life support for patients with serious illness. In 2021, she earned her Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN) credential, underscoring her commitment to excellence in end-of-life care.
Roxanne’s approach is rooted in compassion, active listening, and a deep respect for each patient’s values and wishes. She works closely with patients, families, and care teams to ensure care is personalized, dignified, and centered on what matters most.