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Cornerstone VNA welcomes Lisa Nichols as new Hospice Care Director

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Cornerstone VNA, a trusted nonprofit home health provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Nichols, RN, MSN, CCM, IQCER, as the new Hospice Care Director. Lisa brings a strong background in nursing leadership, case management, and quality patient care. She is excited to further strengthen Cornerstone VNA’s mission of providing compassionate and comprehensive care to patients and their families.

Lisa is a Registered Nurse, with a Master’s degree in nursing, and a certificate in Executive Leadership from Perdue University Global. She is a certified InterQual instructor and a certified case manager, bringing a wealth of expertise in training, developing, and motivating nursing teams to deliver top-quality patient care. Lisa is known for her supportive and empowering leadership style and has a proven track record in policy development, cost-saving initiatives, and effective teaching. Lisa is also an active member of several professional organizations, including the Case Management Society of America, the American Case Management Association, and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.

“We are excited to welcome Lisa Nichols to our team,” said Jennifer Ufkin, RN, MSN, VP of Operations at Cornerstone VNA. “Lisa’s leadership and dedication to improving patient outcomes align perfectly with our organization’s values. We are confident that she will make a significant impact on our Hospice Care program and the communities we serve.”

In her new role, Lisa will oversee the Hospice Care program at Cornerstone VNA, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care and support during their most vulnerable times. Her vision for the future of hospice care at Cornerstone VNA includes a focus on continuous improvement, patient education, and fostering a compassionate care environment for both patients and their families.

“I am honored to join the dedicated team at Cornerstone VNA,” said Lisa. “Hospice is a vital service that allows patients to live with dignity and comfort during their final stages of life. I look forward to leading our hospice team and working closely with our staff, patients, and families to provide exceptional care.”

Cornerstone VNA currently serves Rockingham, Strafford, Belknap and Carroll Counties in New Hampshire and York County in Maine. The team at Cornerstone VNA provides award-winning care and support through five distinct programs: Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Life Care-Private Duty, and Community Care. For 111 years, Cornerstone VNA has been committed to bringing services to people of all ages so that families can stay together at home, even when facing the challenges of aging, surgical recovery, chronic or life-threatening illnesses or end-of-life care. To learn more about Cornerstone VNA, visit www.cornerstonevna.org or call 800-691-1133.

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