Compassionate and dedicated Hospital Chaplain with extensive experience providing spiritual care and support to patients, families, and medical staff in diverse healthcare settings. Proven ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams to address the emotional and spiritual needs of individuals facing health crises. Adept at offering empathetic support, facilitating difficult conversations, and promoting a sense of hope and comfort in challenging times.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chaplain-Resident
Emory University Hospital Midtown
05.2023 - 05.2024
Provided comprehensive spiritual care and support to patients, their families, and medical staff, ensuring a holistic approach to healthcare
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to address the emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients
Conducted spiritual assessments and developed individualized care plans to support patients' well-being
Offered overnight charge duty support at Winship Cancer Institute, providing immediate and compassionate care to patients, their families, and medical staff during critical times
Facilitated spiritual rituals, prayer, and meditation sessions to promote healing and comfort
Intern Chaplain
Atlanta Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Delivered spiritual care and emotional support to patients, families, and medical staff in a fast-paced hospital environment
Worked closely with a multidisciplinary team to integrate spiritual care into patient treatment plans
Assisted patients and families in coping with illness, grief, and loss through compassionate listening and presence
Conducted religious services, bedside visits, and crisis intervention to support patients' spiritual needs
Participated in team meetings and case conferences to contribute to holistic patient care
Education
Master of Divinity (MDiv) -
Oakwood University
05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management
Herzing University
Atlanta GA
05.2010
Skills
Pastoral Care
Interfaith understanding
End of life care
Religious rituals
Hospital ministry
Spiritual care
Effective Communication
Crisis Intervention
Certifications And Skills
Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Units
Crisis Intervention and Support
Grief and Bereavement Support
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Cognitive-Based Compassion Training (CBCT)
Compassion-Centered Spiritual Health (CCSH)
Compassionate Communication
Spiritual Assessment and Care Planning
Research Literacy Study
Research Study Participant for Spiritual Health (Emory)
Affiliations
Association of Professional Chaplains (APC)
Related Experience
Facilitated support groups for patients and families dealing with chronic illness and terminal diagnoses.
Provided on-call spiritual care during emergencies, offering comfort and guidance to those in crisis.
Trained in Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) with a focus on multicultural and interfaith care.
Experienced in end-of-life care, grief and bereavement support.
Actively participated in professional development and continuing education to enhance chaplaincy skills.
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Chaplain-Resident
Emory University Hospital Midtown
05.2023 - 05.2024
Intern Chaplain
Atlanta Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Master of Divinity (MDiv) -
Oakwood University
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management