Chaplain, Palliative Care, Full Time, First Shift

Spiritual and Emotional Support

Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and staff in the palliative care setting.

Assess for anticipatory or complicated grief.

Assess the spiritual and emotional needs of individuals facing serious illnesses and end-of-life care.

Engage in active listening and empathetic presence to facilitate deep conversations about life, meaning, and values.

Offer counseling and guidance to individuals experiencing grief, loss, or emotional distress.

Facilitate rituals, prayers, and religious or spiritual practices based on individual preferences and beliefs.

Provide quarterly remembrance sessions.

Develop bereavement programs among patients, patient families, staff, and community.

Collaboration and Communication

Round daily with Palliative Care team on PC census and attend scheduled family meetings.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, social workers, and counselors, to provide comprehensive care.

Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and actively contribute insights related to spiritual and emotional care.

Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse beliefs and values.

Serve as a liaison between patients and their religious or spiritual communities, coordinating visits or support as needed.

Works with Palliative Care committees as well as greater hospital working committees as appropriate.

Education and Training

Provide education and training to healthcare staff (residents) on the role of spiritual care in palliative care and end-of-life situations.

Foster a culture of spiritual awareness and competence within the healthcare setting and regional community.

Participate in professional development activities, including conferences, workshops, and continuing education programs, to enhance knowledge and skills.

Documentation and Ethical Practice

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of spiritual care interventions and assessments in patient records.

Track patient deaths.

Adhere to ethical guidelines and standards of practice for chaplains, respecting confidentiality, and privacy.

Stay informed about relevant legal and ethical considerations related to end-of-life care and advance care planning.