NewYork-Presbyterian Queens, located in Flushing, New York, is a community teaching hospital affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine, serving Queens and metro New York residents. The 535-bed tertiary care facility provides services in 14 clinical departments and numerous subspecialties. Annually, 15,000 surgeries and 4,000 infant deliveries are performed at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens.
Volunteering Opportunities
Golden Spoons
Sometimes, patients might struggle with poor appetite or eating problems while in the hospital. In addition, packaged foods can be difficult to open, and some patients need assistance. Golden Spoons helps support patients during mealtimes so they can better meet their nutrition goals during their stay. Volunteers play a key role in preventing malnutrition, which has been linked with longer lengths of stay and higher rates of complications. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm
Emergency Department
Emergency department volunteers offer social and emotional support to patients and their families. Through communication, companionship, and problem-solving techniques, volunteers can bring warmth and reassurance to a patient’s experience in the fast-paced environment of the ED, which can often feel stressful or intimidating. Must be 18 years of age and older.
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-8:00pm
Pediatric Emergency Department
Volunteers in the pediatric emergency department offer their support and guidance to children and their families as they wait for treatment. As a volunteer, you’ll engage children and adolescents in conversation and activities and assist in keeping the toys clean and disinfected. Experience working or volunteering with children is preferred. Must be 18 years of age or older and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-8:00pm
Patient Care Units
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-8:00pm
NYP Guide Program
The NYP Guide Program is designed to reduce confusion and help individuals as they navigate through the hospital. Volunteers may guide patients or visitors by walking with them to the area of the hospital that they wish to visit. If you like to give directions and put a smile on someone's face, this program is for you! Training provided. This position requires standing for long periods of time and greeting patients and guests. Must be 16 years of age or older.
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm
Clerical Assistance
Clerical volunteers play an important role in assisting in the efficient function of our hospital departments. Tasks include filing, faxing, answering phones, data entry, and typing. Computer skills are helpful but not required. Opportunities are available in different settings such as the main hospital, and in clinical and medical practices.
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm
Perioperative Service
Perioperative volunteers check in on family members of patients to ensure their needs are being met while they are in the surgical waiting room lounge. For example, a volunteer might assist nursing staff in getting blankets and nourishment for patients in Phase 11. Volunteers will also survey family members and patients regarding their experience in the Perioperative Department. Excellent communication skills and compassion are needed in this role. Must be 18 years of age or older.
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm
Radiation Oncology
Volunteers spend their time rounding in our cancer center, providing emotional support and companionship to patients. This program offers a variety of resources for volunteers to provide and engage patients. Tasks include: friendly visits, acting as liaisons for the patients, mealtime assistance, and conducting recreational activities. Areas available: reception and infusion. Must be 18 years of age or older.
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm
Child Life
Do you have a knack for connecting with children, enjoy playing games or have a flair for arts and crafts? Are you compassionate and patient? Peds Pals volunteers spend time with families on the pediatric unit, engaging children in enjoyable activities while they are hospitalized.
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm
Infusion Center
Are you compassionate and service oriented? Would you enjoy providing companionship and emotional support to patients battling a serious illness? Are you organized and able to effectively communicate information to patients and staff? Infusion Center Welcome Ambassadors reduce fear and anxiety by supporting patients prior to, during and after their first chemotherapy treatments.
Monday through Friday from 9:00am-5:00pm
Maternal Child Health
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-8:00pm
Rehabilitation
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-8:00pm
Paws for Patients
Do you recognize the power of pets in promoting healing and joy? Has your dog completed Animal Assisted Therapy training? Paws for Patients volunteers bring their dogs to visit patients throughout the Hospital to brighten patients' days.
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-8:00pm