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Paul Ogoke

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Seasoned Professional Hospital Chaplain with a proven track record at Mass General Hospital, showcasing exceptional organizational abilities and a deep commitment to providing spiritual guidance and emotional support. Leveraged problem-solving capabilities to enhance patient care, achieving significant improvements in family and patient satisfaction. Expert in fostering an inclusive environment and adept in health and safety consciousness.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professional OTR Truck Driver

ORBITZ LOGISTICS
10.2023 - Current
  • Counseled and provided care to patients with life-threatening illnesses to help families respond effectively to approaching death of loved one.
  • Conducted ethical consultations with medical professionals to address moral dilemmas in patient care decisions.
  • Educated hospital staff on cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse religious beliefs, promoting an inclusive environment.
  • Engaged in ongoing professional development by attending conferences and workshops on relevant topics within the field of healthcare chaplaincy.
  • Advocated for patients'' preferences regarding end-of-life care by communicating their wishes to healthcare providers.
  • Designed educational materials on various aspects of spirituality in healthcare settings for distribution among patients and families.
  • Visited and counseled patients, families, and staff concerning death and dying by providing direct spiritual care.
  • Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
  • Facilitated grief support groups for bereaved families, providing a safe space for healing and emotional processing.
  • Initiated partnerships between the hospital chaplaincy department and community organizations for enhanced support services.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Communicated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to obtain pertinent information regarding patient's condition, family dynamics, and health care teams' understanding of need for spiritual care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.

Professional Hospital Chaplain

Mass General Hospital
08.2006 - 08.2009
  • Counseled and provided care to patients with life-threatening illnesses to help families respond effectively to approaching death of loved one.
  • Conducted ethical consultations with medical professionals to address moral dilemmas in patient care decisions.
  • Educated hospital staff on cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse religious beliefs, promoting an inclusive environment.
  • Engaged in ongoing professional development by attending conferences and workshops on relevant topics within the field of healthcare chaplaincy.
  • Advocated for patients'' preferences regarding end-of-life care by communicating their wishes to healthcare providers.
  • Designed educational materials on various aspects of spirituality in healthcare settings for distribution among patients and families.
  • Visited and counseled patients, families, and staff concerning death and dying by providing direct spiritual care.
  • Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
  • Facilitated grief support groups for bereaved families, providing a safe space for healing and emotional processing.
  • Initiated partnerships between the hospital chaplaincy department and community organizations for enhanced support services.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Communicated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to obtain pertinent information regarding patient's condition, family dynamics, and health care teams' understanding of need for spiritual care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.

Prison Chaplain

Scranton Diocese
10.2001 - 07.2003
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
  • Developed relationships with patients and families, resulting in increased trust and rapport during difficult times.
  • Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
  • Provided compassionate pastoral care in emergency departments, addressing the spiritual needs of patients experiencing acute distress or trauma.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Provided spiritual guidance to patients and staff members by conducting regular counseling sessions.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of pastoral care initiatives through regular feedback from staff members, adjusting strategies as needed for optimal results.

Education

MA Management - Management

Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA
05.2014

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection knowledge
  • Professionalism and Punctuality
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Weather condition awareness
  • Basic mechanical knowledge
  • Organizational abilities
  • Accident prevention strategies
  • Load securing proficiency
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Health and safety consciousness
  • Regulatory compliance understanding
  • Problem-solving capabilities
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Load security
  • Route Planning
  • Customer-Oriented
  • Cargo Handling

Affiliations

A priest of the Catholic Diocese of Okigwe in Nigeria.


A Board Certified Chaplain

Certification

National Association of Catholic Chaplains.

Timeline

Professional OTR Truck Driver

ORBITZ LOGISTICS
10.2023 - Current

Professional Hospital Chaplain

Mass General Hospital
08.2006 - 08.2009

Prison Chaplain

Scranton Diocese
10.2001 - 07.2003

MA Management - Management

Cambridge College

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