R432-750-16. Pastoral Care Services

(1) The licensee shall provide pastoral services through a qualified staff person who has a working relationship with local clergy or spiritual counselors. (2) The licensee shall ensure that pastoral services include: (a) communication with and support of clergy or spiritual counselors in the community as appropriate; (b) consultation and education to patients and families and interdisciplinary team members as requested; and (c) spiritual counseling consistent with patient and family belief systems.