Chaplain - PRN 

            A.          Demonstrates understanding of hospice model of care.

B.                   Demonstrates good assessment skills in spiritual assessment and in planning spiritual care.

1.        Assesses spiritual needs of patient/family unit as requested.

2.        Evaluates presence of supportive spiritual network and identifies unmet spiritual needs.

3.        Assesses adjustment to illness.

4.        Assist patients/families with funeral planning.

5.        Demonstrates understanding of the spiritual and bereavement aspects of the terminally ill patient/family.

6.        Demonstrates knowledge of and respect for different faith systems.

C.                   Demonstrates knowledge of and displays good intervention skills regarding spiritual aspects of hospice care.

D.                  Demonstrates sensitivity to issues of diversity (cultural, sexual, age, and lifestyle (etc.) 

1.        The chaplain while representing Covenant Hospice in public will provide speeches and prayers that are non-sectarian and interfaith in content. Exceptions to this rule will be limited to funerals, memorial services and clinical interventions that are requested by the patient/family. 

E.                   Displays ability to communicate well in sensitive areas. 

            F.          Demonstrates understanding of medical and terminal illness, including related 
                         symptomatology and procedures.

1.        Able to explain Standard Precautions and other relevant infection control techniques.

2.        Able to discuss pain and symptom control.

G.           Participates in the IDT and acts as a support/resource person to team members.

1.    Advises and consults with nurses, clergy, hospice volunteers, and other related

2.    Documentation reflects and supports the care plan. The care plan is updated as changes 
       occur to the patients condition in a timely manner and communicated to other members 
       of the team via IDT. 

                H.     Serves as liaison to community churches, clergy, and religious organizations and makes referrals to appropriate organizations on behalf of the patient and family.

                I.      Possesses thorough understanding of contract care to provide chaplain services for patients/families in hospitals, nursing homes, and adult living facilities.

J.                    Completes all documentation in a timely manner. 

1.        Collaborates with team members to establish initial Interdisciplinary Plan of Care.

2.        Completes the Chaplain progress note within 48 hours of visit or telephone contact.

K.                  Assumes primary responsibility for own professional development 

1.        Completes orientation activities within the 90-day probation period.

2.        Provides Human Resources with copy of ordination certificate and appropriate diplomas.

3.        Updates skills through participation in seminars, workshops, etc.

4.        Attends staff meetings.

5.        Participates in volunteer training and community education activities as requested.

6.        Assists in the review and development of hospice policies in regard to chaplain services.

7.        Promotes a positive image of hospice care throughout the community.

L.                   Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Clinical Manager or Director of Branch Operations.

M.                 Required to comply with all Covenant Hospice Policies, Procedures and Personnel                              Policies, including those specifically addressing disaster preparedness and response.