Nurse Care Extension
Helping compassionate care continue beyond the visit.
Brief visits cannot hold everything a grieving family may need. Nurse Care Extension provides simple language, practical support, and gentle next steps that nurses can share—and families can return to between visits.
Download the 13-Month Nurse PacketThirteen months of printable support sheets with borrowable language, practical offers, and clear guidance for involving the IDT.
Today Tools: In-the-room quick use (60 seconds)
Suggested line to say (offer first):
“Here’s a QR code—scan it for short daily support. Choose the path that fits you best.”
How to use these sheets:
- Offer the family QR first (Daily Grief Brief page).
- Choose the month theme that matches what you’re seeing.
- Use one “borrowable line,” one practical offer, and one next step.
- Document briefly and loop in the team if indicated.
What’s Included
- 13 monthly quick-reference sheets (Month 1–13)
- “What families often say / what you may notice” quick cues
- Borrowable language for bedside and follow-ups
- Practical offers + “when to loop in team” prompts
Scope & Guardrails
Education and emotional support only; not medical, mental health, or crisis care.
If there is any safety concern, follow your agency protocol and escalate to appropriate emergency/clinical supports.
Need a replacement QR card bundle or help implementing across shifts?
If you or a family member are in immediate danger or need urgent help, call 911 (US) or your local emergency number. If you are in crisis, contact 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, US) or your local crisis services.