REV. JAMES H. LANE

• Responded in timely manner when paged for Trauma or codes
• Collaborated closely with individuals to better understand unique issues and determine appropriate levels of involvement to meet spiritual needs
• Delivered high level of spiritual guidance, emotional support, and practical assistance to patients, loved ones and employee teams
• Recorded patient information with Epic electronic record accurately and timely.
• Counseled and provided care to patients with life-threatening illnesses to help families respond effectively to approaching death of loved one.
• 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.
• Visited and counseled patients, families and staff concerning death and dying by providing direct spiritual care.
• Resolved crisis and emotional issues through empathy, support, prayer and scripture.

• Created consistent and sustainable solutions using well-grounded approaches.
• Created and used spiritual assessments for crisis management, intervention, bereavement and chemical dependency.
• Initiated crisis assessment and intervention skills in emergency situations.
• Participated in didactic sessions and education seminars.
• Counseled employees requesting emotional or spiritual support.
• Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
• 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.
• Contributed to staff wellness initiatives by offering stress management techniques and opportunities for reflection through meditation or prayer sessions.
• Offered spiritual care and support in a variety of hospital settings, including intensive care units, emergency departments, and long-term care facilities.
• Enhanced hospital staff morale with regular pastoral visits, active listening, and empathetic communication.

• Counseled employees requesting emotional or spiritual support.
• Enhanced patient well-being by providing emotional and spiritual support during their hospital stays.
• Established effective rapport with diverse patient populations by demonstrating empathy, active listening, cultural sensitivity.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and seminars to further enhance chaplaincy skills.
• Educated medical staff on religious diversity to ensure culturally competent care for all patients in the facility.
• Provided crisis intervention for patients and families experiencing trauma, grief, or loss, offering comfort and guidance.
• Maintained accurate records of chaplain visits and pertinent patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

• Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
• Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
• Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
• Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
• Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Wilkes Barre

Flex Staff Chaplain

2014 to 2019

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• Facilitated and participated in inpatient care while honoring the religious preferences of patients, loved ones, and staff within the hospital.
• Communicated patient documentation with Epic electronic records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participated in family care consults.
• Facilitated Memory gift program for handprint.
• Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.

• Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
• Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
• Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
• Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
• Enhanced spiritual growth for church members through regular pastoral counseling sessions and personalized guidance.
• Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
• Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
• Established and managed church budget of $250,000 per year.