What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chaplain Associate position at CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs?
At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs patients are at the heart of our care. Our campus is designed to heal the body mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services include a new pavilion featuring enhancements in heart and vascular care surgery maternity cancer care and diagnostic imaging.
Responsibilities
Job Summary / Purpose
The Chaplain nurtures the healing ministry of the Church and contributes to the creation of healthier communities by delivering pastoral and spiritual care. Works closely with nursing, care management, physicians, palliative care, and other ancillary healthcare professionals. Collaborates with the Supervisor of Clinical Pastoral Education and students to provide learning experiences in pastoral services, where applicable. Partners with area clergy and ministers to facilitate the healing process. Other aspects of this role may include, but are not limited to the following: religious services, debriefing, and leading spirituality groups.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
- Provides pastoral/spiritual care to patients, loved ones, and staff.
- Completes spiritual assessments and develops plans of care. Communicates with other care team members. Provides clinical documentation as required.
- Provides site orientation, mentoring, and support to CPE Residents and Interns as assigned.
- Responds to and initiates routine and emergency referrals in a timely manner.
- Coordinates with the local religious community to ensure the patient’s/loved ones spiritual and/or sacramental needs are met.
- Coordinates spiritual/pastoral ministry and bereavement care for those approaching end of life and at death.
- Participates in interdisciplinary meetings with other healthcare professionals as needed.
- Provides blessing/ritual/prayer for special events and day to day activities.
- Educates and assists patients with respect to Advance Directives
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
- Master’s degree preferred.
Pay Range
$19.68 - $27.06 /hour
Salary : $20 - $27