Volunteers

Our mission statement clarifies our purpose: “Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.” If you'd like to participate in our volunteer program, you must be willing to make a solid commitment. Our volunteers are passionate about serving our community members to ensure they receive the best possible care.

Please review the onboarding process below. If this sounds like a journey you are interested in, please complete the appropriate volunteer application and email it to the Director of Volunteer Services Tiffany Norton-Cornette at tiffany.nortoncornette@hcahealthcare.com. Important documents to read include:

• Chaplain Application (PDF)
• CMC Volunteer Application (PDF)

Volunteering is recommended only for those who can make a long-term commitment to the program. You must complete the steps below, which address the onboarding process for becoming a volunteer at our facility. Please carefully review the following onboarding steps:

• Step 1 — Please begin by completing all sections of the volunteer application and background check consent form and then return them to the director of volunteer services.
• Step 2 – The human resources department will conduct a background check, and you will be notified if you have passed it.
• Step 3 – You will be contacted by employee health to schedule a health screening appointment. At this appointment, you will be given tuberculosis and drug screenings, and your picture will be taken for your ID badge. You will receive your badge when you return for orientation and training.
• Step 4 — Once the director has been notified that you have cleared your health screening, you will be contacted to schedule orientation.

We have provided a list of commonly asked questions and answers for you to use as a resource, for both general and PRN volunteering.

General volunteering

Read below for questions about being a general volunteer.

How old do you have to be to volunteer?

Volunteers must be 18 years old or older.

What days of the week are volunteer opportunities available?

Volunteer opportunities are available seven days a week.

How long are volunteer shifts?

Volunteer shifts are four hours.

What times of day are volunteer shifts typically?

Volunteer shifts are as follows:

• 8:00am through 12:00pm
• 12:00pm through 4:00pm
• 4:00pm through 8:00pm

Am I allowed to pick up extra volunteer shifts if I am already on the schedule regularly?

Yes, a volunteer scheduled regularly may also pick up shifts.

How will I train for the volunteer service area I select?

New volunteers will train with a seasoned volunteer until the new volunteer feels comfortable with the responsibilities.

PRN volunteering

Below are answers to questions we get regarding PRN volunteering. PNR stands for the Latin phrase pro re nata, which means “as the situation demands” or “as needed.”

I travel a lot, am in school or just do not know if I can commit to a set day and time to volunteer. Can I still volunteer?

Yes, you should ask about being a PRN volunteer. PRN volunteers are not regularly scheduled but select days and times they want to volunteer based on available openings and their schedule.

Is there a required amount of time I must volunteer as a PRN volunteer?

Yes, PRN volunteers are required to volunteer a minimum of two four-hour shifts per month but may choose to volunteer more than that if desired.

If you have any additional questions, please email them to tiffany.nortoncornette@hcahealthcare.com.