Rusty Trubey
Drumore,PA
Summary
Seasoned, creative, and compassionate professional chaplain providing intensive spiritual care and inspiring leadership to Veterans, Families, clinical staff and organizations
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Chaplain
Coatesville VA Medical Center
01.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
- Developed relationships with patients and families, resulting in increased trust and rapport during difficult times.
Spiritual Care Manager
Lifepath Hospice
05.2013 - 01.2015
- Lead and managed the spiritual care program for 1,300 patients.
- Developed spiritual care initiatives based on diverse population.
- Mentor, coach and develop training for 12 full-time and part-time chaplains.
- Ensure alignment of spiritual care programs and operations align with the organization's standards.
Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator
Amedisys Hospice
12.2012 - 05.2013
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Developed individualized spiritual care plans.
- Organized and managed bereavement program and grief groups to support families and caregivers.
Campus Pastor
The Assemblies Of God
08.1995 - 12.2012
- Pioneered Chi Alpha Campus Ministries at the University of South Florida, and West Virginia University
- Mentored student leaders in various capacities such as worship team members or event coordinators; equipped them with essential skills needed for future leadership positions within their respective communities postgraduation.
- Managed budgets, resources, and personnel within the organization, optimizing efficiency while maintaining a focus on core values and goals.
- Coordinated retreats and off-campus experiences that allowed participants to engage in personal reflection, spiritual growth, and meaningful fellowship with others sharing similar interests or beliefs.
- Developed strategic plans to guide the growth of the campus ministry department, ensuring sustainability and effectiveness in meeting objectives.
Education
Master of Divinity - Divinity
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2010
Master of Arts - Counseling
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2010
No Degree - Clinical Pastoral Education
West Virginia University Hospital
Morgantown, WV05.2010
No Degree - Clinical Pastoral Education Residency
Pittsburgh VA Medical Center
Pittsburgh, PA04.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Divinity
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL04.1995
Skills
- Understanding of pluralistic environments
- Pastoral Care
- Grief support
- Spiritual care
- Records Management
- Ministry development
- Addiction support
- Chaplaincy administration
Affiliations
- National Association of VA Chaplains
- Military Officers Association of America
Certification
- Board Certified Chaplain with NAVAC and pursuing Hospice/Palliative Care specialty certification
Timeline
Clinical Chaplain
Coatesville VA Medical Center
01.2015 - Current
Spiritual Care Manager
Lifepath Hospice
05.2013 - 01.2015
Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinator
Amedisys Hospice
12.2012 - 05.2013
Campus Pastor
The Assemblies Of God
08.1995 - 12.2012
Master of Divinity - Divinity
Regent University
Master of Arts - Counseling
Regent University
No Degree - Clinical Pastoral Education
West Virginia University Hospital
No Degree - Clinical Pastoral Education Residency
Pittsburgh VA Medical Center
Bachelor of Arts - Divinity
Southeastern University
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