The New Jersey POLST Form
New Jersey POLST Forms (PDF):
Video Series:
An Introduction to the New Jersey POLST Form
2:50 min.
The Practitioners Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment or POLST form is written by a doctor or nurse and tells the medical team what to do for a patient who is seriously ill or approaching the end of life.
Completing the New Jersey POLST Form
6:20 min.
This video will help you prepare to complete a NJ POLST form with a health care provider. If you’re completing the NJ POLST form for someone else, check if there’s a living will or advance directive to guide decision making.
Impact of COVID-19 on Medical Decision Making: POLST & Other Important Considerations for High-Risk People
31:59 min. (Q&A at 22:10 min.)
This webinar for patients, caregivers and medical decision-makers discusses the important differences between advance directives and POLST and includes a review of frequently asked questions.
A POLST Story — starring Michael Douglas and Denny DeVito
2:41 min.
GOCCNJ teamed up with Hollywood legends, Michael Douglas and Danny DeVito, who donated their time during lockdown to bring awareness to advance care planning through a Public Video Announcement “A POLST Story”.
4Step iCare Plan
An Individualized End of Life Care Plan
Our 4Step iCare Plan is a simple, 4-step approach that helps patients, families, and healthcare providers navigate through challenging medical decisions.
Learn more with our video series and helpful tools
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