Why volunteer?
At Northern Nevada Medical Center, our volunteers are integral team members. They help the hospital deliver high-quality, cost-effective healthcare to the community and, at the same time, allow the professional staff more time for patient care, thus improving service. Volunteers also assist healthcare professionals in providing a positive experience for patients and their families.

Our volunteers are a varied group of men and women ranging in age from 18 to 80 with a long tradition of service excellence. They are college students, stay-at-home parents and retirees, as well as professionals holding full- and part-time jobs who are interested in giving back to their community through volunteerism. Some volunteers come every day, others several days a week.

Through the program, volunteers contribute their unique talents, skills and experience to provide personalized attention to our patients, families and visitors. You'll have the opportunity to meet new people, develop lasting friendships and enjoy new experiences. Volunteers work throughout the hospital and have different kinds of responsibilities. But they all have one thing in common: A desire to help others.

What volunteer opportunities are available?
Volunteer opportunities at Northern Nevada Medical Center vary based on our current operational needs. Below is a list of some of the volunteer opportunities that may be available at Northern Nevada Medical Center:

Emergency department "1st aide"
Assist the emergency department staff in providing companionship and comfort to the department's patients and their families.

Nutrition services "meal mate" companion
Distribute and collect patient menus, offering assistance to patients who need help filling them out.

Gift shop greeter
Assist customers, update inventory and deliver gifts to patients' rooms when needed.

Visitor information person (VIP)
Greet patients at the hospital entrance, making patients and visitors feel welcome by answering questions, escorting them to various floors and assisting departments with clerical duties.

Surgery/diagnostic imaging ambassador
Serve as a liaison between families and surgery staff regarding patient status; serve as a runner between diagnostic imaging and various campus locations.

In addition, volunteers may provide courier service, escort visitors to their destinations, assist in special events, deliver flowers and mail (as well as smiles) to patients and much, much more.

What are the requirements for volunteering?
All Northern Nevada Medical Center volunteers are required to:

Laurie Pruett, volunteer services coordinator

• Fill out a volunteer application form and attend an interview
• Commit to at least one four-hour shift per week for a minimum of six months
• Get a two-step TB skin test paid by NNMC
• Undergo a criminal background and reference check paid by NNMC
• Attend a five-hour hospital orientation session
• Wear a name badge provided by NNMC while on duty

How do I apply for a volunteer position?
We invite you to join Northern Nevada Medical Center's volunteer family. To request an application, please contact Laurie Pruett, volunteer services coordinator, at 356-5769 or via e-mail at lpruett@nvmed.com.

Northern Nevada Medical Center 2375 E. Prater Way, Sparks, NV 89434 775-331-7000