Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• • Do I need a COVID vaccination to be able to volunteer?
  • What if I cannot find my immunizations that are required to volunteer?
    • You may contact your primary care physician or the health department to look up your records. If you are missing a required immunization our Employee Health team can administer one for you.
  • Can I complete court ordered community service at Oklahoma Children’s Hospital?
    • No. We do not accept court ordered community service.
  • What is the time commitment to volunteer?
    • We require a commitment of one, 3 hour shift a week for 6 months.
  • What kinds of training will I receive before volunteering?
    • Volunteers will go through hospital/general volunteer orientation, position specific training and a minimum of two shadowing sessions before volunteering on their own.
  • What costs are associated with volunteering?
    • Our team covers the cost of onboarding for each volunteer. The only cost to our volunteers is the one-time purchase of your required purple volunteer shirt for $25.
  • Will I be able to shadow any nurses/physician or clinical hours for my volunteer shift?
    • No. Volunteers will serve to meet the non-clinical needs of our patients and families.

“Volunteering at Oklahoma Children’s Hospital has taught me how big of an impact small gestures have. Knowing that handing out activities and hanging out with the kids just for an hour or two can bring them great happiness is so rewarding. The smiles and laughs are absolutely priceless.” – Suniye, Activity Cart