Putnam Hospital Needs Volunteers

From Nuvance Health

Putnam Hospital is looking to recruit adult volunteers for several open positions at the facility.

Volunteers ages 18 and older are needed to manage the hospital gift shop as cashiers and to welcome and escort patients and visitors to their destinations within the hospital. Volunteers will bring patients and visitors to medical and surgical appointments as well as patient floors. They will also provide wheelchair assistance when needed. Volunteers are also needed for the peer-to-peer patient support program. This new program connects volunteers with patients who may have had similar experiences, allowing them to lend an ear and to support them emotionally through their healthcare journey.

“These volunteer positions are a great way to communicate with patients and to help them feel comfortable and safe when they may feel anxious and alone,” Volunteer Resources Manager John Mahoney said.

Potential candidates will undergo an interview and screening process to determine if these positions are a good match for them. Walking and standing for extended periods of time as well as a friendly, caring manner are prerequisites to the volunteer post.

To apply, contact John Mahoney at john.mahoney@nuvancehealth.org or (845) 230-4752. For more volunteer information at Putnam Hospital, click here.