Professional Experience
- Current Position: Assistant Head Nurse at Tampere University Hospital’s Outpatient Clinic of Oncology, Tays Cancer Centre
- Previous Roles: Extensive experience in neurological nursing and palliative care settings
- Specialisation: Expertise in neurological nursing of cancer patients, palliative and terminal care in home hospitals
- Recognition: Nominated as Cancer Nurse of the Year 2022 by the Finnish Cancer Foundation
Academic Contributions
Elina Kiviniemi has contributed to research in palliative care, focusing on the competencies required for nonspecialist settings. Her work aims to enhance the quality of care provided to cancer patients, particularly in home hospital environments.
- Research Focus: Palliative care competencies, healthcare professional psychology, palliative therapy nursing
- Recent Publication: “Levels of Competence and Need for Continuing Education in Nonspecialist Palliative Care Settings—A Qualitative Study of Views from Finnish Health Care Professionals” (2024)
Areas of Expertise
- Neurological Nursing: Specialised care for cancer patients with neurological complications
- Palliative Care: Providing comfort and support to patients with terminal cancer diagnoses
- Terminal Care in Home Hospitals: Managing end-of-life care in home settings
- Patient-Centric Approach: Emphasis on humane and empathetic patient interactions
Publications and Research
Elina Kiviniemi’s research contributions focus on improving palliative care practices and enhancing the competencies of healthcare professionals in nonspecialist settings. Her recent work includes:
- Study: “Levels of Competence and Need for Continuing Education in Nonspecialist Palliative Care Settings—A Qualitative Study of Views from Finnish Health Care Professionals” (2024)
- Research Interests: Palliative care competencies, healthcare professional psychology, palliative therapy nursing
Patient Care Philosophy
Elina Kiviniemi is known for her calm, competent, and empathetic approach to patient care. She is described as unhurried and friendly, treating both colleagues and patients with respect and kindness. Her ability to maintain professionalism and provide support in difficult situations has earned her recognition as a top professional in palliative care.
- Approach: Emphasis on humane and empathetic patient interactions
- Patient Satisfaction: Known for maintaining professionalism and providing support in difficult situations
- Work Environment: Described as calm, competent, and respectful by colleagues
Professional Affiliations
- Institutional Affiliation: Tampere University Hospital, Tays Cancer Centre
- Professional Recognition: Nominated as Cancer Nurse of the Year 2022 by the Finnish Cancer Foundation
FAQs
- What types of care does she provide?
- Elina Kiviniemi specialises in neurological nursing, palliative care, and terminal care for cancer patients.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- The length of hospital stays varies depending on the patient’s condition and treatment plan. For palliative and terminal care, the focus is on providing comfort and support, which may involve home hospital services.
