Chaplain NE - Palliative Care Services - Per Diem - Encinitas

This is a casual/per diem, day shift position supporting the Palliative Care Services department at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. The hours for this position will be around 15 hours per week.

Position Areas of Emphasis:

Participate in palliative care goals of care patient/family meetings as a fully integrated chaplain team member. Participate in daily palliative care IDT rounds. Conduct a complete bio-psychospiritual patient/family assessment as part of a family conference and/or separate patient/family meeting. Collaborate with the palliative care team in developing a spiritual care plan as an essential component of the plan of care. Facilitate team growth and team care activities to support team health. Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide. The Chaplain is a person of spiritual integrity who empowers people to integrate the experience of illness, trauma, and loss with their religious beliefs and spiritual values. The position requires the ability to interact with all faith dimensions, life styles, and socio-economic levels with respect for the cultural and religious dignity of each person. Colleagueship with other healthcare professionals and members of the community clergy is essential in providing a continuum of spiritual care in a multi-cultural environment of diverse traditions.