Volunteering at Bristol Hosptial
The Simple Things
Are Often Best:
A Simple,
Helping Hand,
A Kindly Thought,
The Simple Phrase,
"Of Course I Understand."
AUTHOR: Anne Kreer
Sharing your compassion, talents and expertise is what makes becoming a volunteer at Bristol Hospital a rewarding experience. The volunteers are an integral part of operations at Bristol Hospital and help to create a comforting environment for our patients and families.
Adult Volunteer Program
The Adult Volunteer program is designed to engage volunteers seven days a week. Adult Volunteers usually work shifts of two to four hours per day and may work one or more days/evenings per week depending on scheduling needs. Assignments are determined based on skills, personality and interests.
The following are some of the volunteer opportunities available:
- Ambulatory Surgery/Pre-Admission Testing
- Cancer Program
- Coffee Cart
- Development Foundation
- Discharge Service
- Education
- Emergency Department
- Evening Nourishment
- Food Services
- Gift Shop
- Hospice Volunteer
- Information Desk
- Library Services
- Pain Management
- Pastoral Care
- Patient-Focused Care Unit
- Patient Guide Service/Meeter-Greeter
- Patient Partner Assistant
- Public Relations
- Radiology
The Adult Volunteers also participate in these special programs:
Dog Visitation Program - Dog visitation team applicants undergo special testing and training to provide this service.
Reiki Program - Volunteers must be Reiki certified to participate in this
hands on complementary option that promotes relaxation, comfort, and accelerates healing.
Tender Touch Program - Volunteers are trained by a hospital massage therapist to provide hand and foot massages to our patients.
The Junior Volunteer Program offers two programs:
- The Academic Year Program is coordinated with high school students making it possible for them to gain valuable experience in the hospital setting. The Junior Volunteers report to the hospital after school and work until 5:00.
- The Summer Junior Volunteer Program is designed to provide the Junior Volunteers with meaningful experience and to explore different careers in healthcare. The Junior Volunteers work from 8:30 - 4:00, Monday through Friday.
The Junior Volunteers are assigned to work in most departments within the hospital. This program provides invaluable experience for young adults.
The Volunteer Process
Adults (Ages 18 and Over)
Complete Application
Participate in interview conducted by Volunteer Services
Have Medical Information form completed by your physician
Have a TB Test
Attend Orientation
Download Adult Volunteer Application
Junior Volunteer Program
- Complete Application
- Participate in interview conducted by Volunteer Services
- Have School Reference Form completed by Guidance Counselor
- Have Medical Information form completed by your physician
- Have TB Test
- Attend Orientation
Download Junior Volunteer Application
Benefits of Volunteering:
- Meal Allowance on your Volunteer Day
- Annual Recognition Event
- Holiday Celebration
- National Volunteer Week Luncheon
- Participation in hospital activities
Along with these benefits some of the greatest are helping our patients and families, making friends, and exploring healthcare careers. All of the above, plus the satisfaction of a job well done will make your time at Bristol Hospital worthwhile.
CONTACT US:
Patricia M. Fournier
Director, Volunteer Services & Telecommunications
Bristol Hospital
P.O. Box 977
Bristol, CT 06011-0977
Telephone: 860-585-3338
E-mail: pfournie@bristolhospital.org
Or complete the form below:
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