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15 people are interested
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ORGANIZATION: Ascension Saint Joseph Medical Center
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15 people are interested
PURPOSE: To assist staff in providing the highest quality of patient care by providing a friendly visit and making patients aware of the services available to them during their hospital stay.
Volunteer will have a cart that is stocked full of items (magazines, books, crafts, playing cards, puzzles, pens & pencils) and clipboard with Patient Visit Logs to desired patient care unit.
All patients on the unit receive a visit, except those in isolation. REMINDER: Volunteers are not allowed in patient isolation rooms.
EXPECTATIONS:
1. Must enjoy meeting people
2. Must display a kind and sympathetic attitude and the ability to relate easily to a diverse population of ill patients.
3. Must not answer questions/give advice regarding a patient’s medical condition/diagnosis; refer any complaints or concerns to the nurse.
4. Be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the Medical Center.
5. Be able to work independently; autonomy and self-direction are encouraged once staff has shared any pertinent information at the beginning of the volunteer's assignment.
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About Ascension Saint Joseph Medical Center
Location:
333 North Madison Street, Joliet, IL 60435, US
Mission Statement
To extend the healing ministry of Jesus.
Description
Ascension Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet is an award-winning medical center recognized for overall clinical excellence. The medical center is a regional referral center serving Will and surrounding counties as well as the southwest Chicago suburbs. Saint Joseph Medical Center is a certified Primary Stroke Center, an accredited Chest Pain Center, and provides CARF-accredited rehabilitation services. We have also been recognized nationally for a top-rated Neuroscience Institute, advanced cardiac care, comprehensive orthopedic program, family-centered obstetrics, and a Level II Trauma Center.
By the numbers
- Founded: 1882
- Licensed Beds: 480
- Physicians: 585
Key services include
- Neuroscience Institute - 24/7 neurosurgery and neuroendovascular
- Cardiovascular services - including open heart surgery and electrophysiology lab
- Pediatric emergency department
- Women’s health
- DaVinci robotic surgery
- Orthopedics
- Cancer care center
- Emergency services
- Maternal Child services
- Surgical services
- Wound Center with hyperbaric treatment
- Sleep Center
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
333 Madison StreetJoliet, IL 60435
DATE POSTED
March 5, 2024
SKILLS
- Healthcare
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training