Also, families often arrive well before the patient, especially with trauma patients. The volunteer will provide support to family members who are visiting day after day, as well as keep the waiting area organized. Volunteers should be friendly, outgoing and willing to approach patients and visitors to offer assistance as needed. Volunteers should be comfortable working with children and elderly adults. This service requires minor clerical skills, including sorting, addressing envelopes, and assembling new charts and patient information folders.
Training is provided.
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