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Published 3 months ago

Patient Activity Cart (Inpatient Floors)

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Frisco, TX
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime, evenings
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    One shift a week!
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    8
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Women
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Valid social security number for background check; ITIN is not accepted. Volunteer commitment is a minimum of 6 months of service.

    Description

    Patient Activity Cart (Inpatient Floors)

    This opportunity will take the volunteer through all inpatient areas of our hospital providing face time with many types of patients! It is a vital role that allows us to spread some joy to our patients while assisting with any immediate needs that a patient or family member could have!

    Must be comfortable on patient care floor; must be considerate in relating to the needs of patients and visitors; must have successfully completed the hospital orientation. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

    DUTIES INCLUDE:

    1. Visit patients with our activity cart and offer complimentary items!
      1. Books, coloring items, fidget toys, decks of cards, etc.
      2. Spend time visiting with them and bringing some joy to their day!
    2. Help with additional items when in room as needed:
      1. Fill ice water, offer refreshements and remove meal trays.
      2. Offer care items
      3. Assist with meal ordering
      4. Water flowers if needed
      5. Make sure phone/call light is within reach

    2 shifts available; shifts can last between 2-4 hours!

    • Select Weekdays and Weekends: 10:00 to 14:00 CST
    • Select Weekdays and Weekends: 18:00 to 20:30 CST

    Location

    On-site

    Texas Health Frisco

    12400 Dallas Parkway, Frisco, Texas, US

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