Traci has been a registered nurse since 2003. She started her career in the medical field after graduating high school early, obtaining her CNA. She has worked in many roles in the health care field, learning so much along the way. Her primary nursing career specialized in Oncology, caring for patients throughout their treatment journey.
Traci was approached by one of the partners of Angels Grace Hospice & Palliative Care, after having cared for their family member, and asked to join The AGH team as a case manager. She started with AGH one week after it opened, admitting their first patient. She has been lucky enough to have seen the tremendous growth of AGH, and attributes that growth to the exceptional care provided to the communities served.
She has conquered many roles during her 8 years with AGH, she has been a CM, Admission nurse, Director of Admissions, Assistant Clinical Director, Clinical Director, Administrator.
Traci has dedicated herself to caring for people at the end of their life. She has fostered the growth of a team to join her in this care. She loves what she does, who she does it for, and who she does it with.
What Is an Advance Directive? Posted in: Hospice Services - An advance directive is a legal document created by you and your attorney, providing clear instructions to your health care team and loved ones. The document serves as written instructions regarding health care decisions you want for your future. These directives also designate who you would like to make decisions… Continue Reading
Primary Hospice Diagnosis Posted in: Hospice Services - What Primary Hospice Diagnosis Qualifies for Hospice Services? There are many disease processes and diagnoses that may qualify someone for hospice services. Most of these diseases would need to be in their advanced stages, end stages, or non-curative stages. In addition to these limitations, the desire to forego any further… Continue Reading
Difference Between Outpatient Hospice Care and Inpatient Hospice Care Posted in: Hospice Services - Hospice offers four levels of hospice care. This care is based on symptom management and needs, along with location of where hospice will be provided. Routine Hospice Care Inpatient Hospice Care Continuous Home Care Respite Care What Kind Of Hospice Care Does Angel’s Grace Provide? The most common level of… Continue Reading
What qualifies you for an Inpatient Level of Care? Posted in: Hospice Services - It is important to understand what is provided to you under your hospice election. There are 4 levels of care that are available based on condition and location. Routine Home Hospice Continuous Care Respite General Inpatient In Home Level Hospice Care Routine Home Hospice is the general level of care… Continue Reading
Angels Grace Continues to Grow Posted in: Videos - https://youtu.be/TViAljqEsc4 I'm Traci Miliauskas-Varak administrator of Angels Grace hospice. I was lucky enough to start with patient one and family one. And I've worked my way through all of the career paths that I could. Honestly, I've seen extreme growth. We now have multiple teams. We have many case managers,… Continue Reading
Are there Hospice Care Costs that a family must pay? Posted in: Hospice Services - End of life decisions are one of the most difficult to make within a family. These decisions affect a patient’s family’s life for years not only emotionally, but financially as well. It is imperative to make end of life decisions for patients that are in their financial capabilities. Hospice care… Continue Reading
A Referral To Hospice: What Happens Next? Posted in: Hospice Services - The end of life discussion is oftentimes very hard to have. The discussion may come as a surprise to a patient and their family. There are many questions and emotions that are faced during this conversation. Your patient and their family deserve the best explanation of their life limiting illness… Continue Reading
How to Choose a Hospice Provider Posted in: Hospice Services - Choosing the best hospice provider for your loved one is very important, although not necessarily as difficult as one might think. With a little bit of research, you can easily narrow your search. Most hospice providers offer the same basic services, however… Hospices that participate with Medicare provide the same… Continue Reading
When A Loved One Needs Hospice Services Posted in: Hospice Services - When a loved one needs hospice services, you may experience your loved one needing more help with their activities of daily living. This may cause frustration, fear, and anxiety for your loved one and the family members. Angels Grace Hospice can help their patients and loved ones navigate this time… Continue Reading