Each patient is assigned a primary nurse. Time allowing, the Hospice of Hillsdale County nurse will develop a 1:1 relationship with both the patient and the family. This facilitates trust and confidence. In addition, the nurse can answer questions, actively listen to your feelings and fears, communicate and advocate your needs with your physician, coordinate care, provide instruction and teaching on medications, energy conservation, personal care, and the disease process. Your hospice nurse can facilitate life review as well as provide emotional and spiritual support.