Methodist Health System Services

Jennie Edmundson Hospital Volunteer Services

For over 50 years, the Jennie Edmundson Hospital Auxiliary has been an integral part of the Jennie Family. The Auxiliary supports more than 65 programs throughout Jennie Edmundson Hospital. You can find a trained, dedicated and professional volunteer in almost every area of the hospital.

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering brings people together for a common cause and provides the participants with a true opportunity to make a difference. Volunteering is fun and rewarding and provides volunteers at Jennie Edmundson Hospital the opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills and enjoy the satisfaction of a job well done. All of our volunteers receive both formal and informal recognition.

Other benefits for Jennie volunteers include:

• Annual blood screen
• Cafeteria discounts and free beverage
• Free meal when working all day
• Flu immunization
• Over-the-counter pharmacy discounts

• Lobby and Information Desks
• Outpatient Surgery Center
• Emergency Services
• Oncology Waiting Room
  
• Wheelchair Assistance
• Patient Flower and Meal Delivery
• Road to Recovery Drivers
  
• Clerical Partners
• Gift Shop
• Community Activites and Events

Start voluteering right away! Print the following volunteer application and send the completed application to the volunteer office.

Volunteer Application

Teen Volunteers

In the past year, the Teen Volunteers at Jennie Edmundson Hospital have completed more than 12,500 hours of community service, which is roughly equivalent to six years of paid working time.

The Teen Volunteers are a vital part of the hospital's everyday function. Their duties include:

• Aiding nurses by refilling water, changing linen, stocking supplies and assiting patients at meal time.
• Visiting with patients and guests.
• Working in Central Supply where they stock port access kits.
• Staffing the front desk to give directions, deliver mail and flowers and answer the telephone.
• Working at County Fairs passing out water and health information materials.

The Teen Volunteer Program provides leadership opportunities as well as fundraising, public relations, human resources and creative design experience. The program helps teens learn new skills and gain the responsibility and accountability that they will need to be successful.

To learn about the Teen Volunteer Program at Jennie Edmundson Hospital, call (712) 396-6040 or e-mail jevolunteer@nmhs.org.

Complete an application today!

Teen Volunteer Application

Teen Volunteer Parental Consent Form