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Traditions Health

Volunteer Coordinator

Forsyth, IL · On-site

$21.63 - $25.56/hr

Traditions Health is seeking a new CNA to join our growing Hospice Team in Peoria! Primary function is to act as liaison between hospice and the volunteers regarding patient/family needs.

Traditions Health

Volunteer Coordinator

Forsyth, IL · On-site

$21.63 - $25.56/hr

Traditions Health is seeking a new CNA to join our growing Hospice Team in Peoria! Primary function is to act as liaison between hospice and the volunteers regarding patient/family needs.

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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer nurse in Decatur, IL is $18.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.99 and $19.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Volunteer Nurse, you need a valid nursing license, a solid understanding of basic medical procedures, and experience in patient care. Familiarity with basic medical equipment, first aid kits, and sometimes telehealth or mobile health record systems is often required. Compassion, cultural sensitivity, and strong communication skills are vital for building trust and working in diverse, often resource-limited settings. These skills and qualities ensure effective care delivery, safety, and positive patient outcomes in challenging environments.

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Volunteer nurses often encounter challenges such as limited medical supplies, language barriers, and unfamiliar healthcare practices when working in international or low-resource settings. Adapting to these environments requires flexibility, strong problem-solving skills, and cultural sensitivity. Additionally, volunteer nurses may be asked to perform a wider range of tasks than in traditional roles, which can be both rewarding and demanding. Building strong relationships with local staff and maintaining clear communication are key to overcoming these challenges and providing effective care.

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Volunteer nurses are licensed nursing professionals who offer their medical skills and care services without receiving payment. They typically work with non-profit organizations, clinics, disaster relief efforts, or community health programs to provide essential healthcare to underserved populations. Volunteer nurses may perform tasks such as administering vaccinations, offering basic medical care, educating patients, and supporting ongoing public health initiatives. Their work plays a crucial role in improving access to healthcare and supporting vulnerable communities.

What is the difference between Volunteer Nurse vs Staff Nurse?

AspectVolunteer NurseStaff Nurse
CredentialsBasic nursing certification, often without formal employment requirementsLicensed Registered Nurse (RN) license, required for employment
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, community health settings, often in underserved areasHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities, typically paid employment
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofit organizations, NGOs, community health programsHospitals, healthcare institutions, private clinics
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding volunteer opportunities, unpaid rolesPaid employment, career advancement

Volunteer Nurses provide essential care in community and nonprofit settings without pay, often focusing on underserved populations. Staff Nurses are licensed professionals employed full-time in healthcare facilities, offering paid nursing services. Both roles require nursing credentials, but Volunteer Nurses typically work on a voluntary basis, while Staff Nurses are employed and compensated for their work.

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Volunteer Coordinator

Traditions Health

Forsyth, IL • On-site

$21.63 - $25.56/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Traditions Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 228 rated social care providers

Job description

Traditions Health is seeking a new CNA to join our growing Hospice Team in Peoria!
Primary function is to act as liaison between hospice and the volunteers regarding patient/family needs. Responsibilities include development and promotion of volunteer programs and maximizing resources.
Job Qualifications
Education: High School Graduate, Graduate of an accredited college/university is preferred
Experience: 2 years experience in recruitment & management of volunteers, preferred. Hospice/Healthcare volunteer administration preferred.
Skills:
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the IDT and the lay and professional public
  • Computer Proficient, including Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and email applications
  • Must be confident in presentation skills and able to address groups of various sizes as well as train individually in a one-on-one setting

Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid and current driver's license and auto insurance
Environmental and Working Conditions: Works in an office environment, promoting efficient functioning and coordination of all agency activities to insure the highest level of professional patient care. Ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to travel locally for recruiting and community events; some exposure to unpleasant weather.
Physical and Mental Effort: Sitting is required. Requires ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and courteous manner at all times. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and agency needs.
Essential Functions:
  • Recruits, selects, trains and coordinates hospice volunteers.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of, and ensures compliance with, all local, state and federal laws relating to the recruitment, training & retention of volunteers.
  • Develops the volunteer program through collaboration with the IDT and administration personnel.
  • Provides volunteers per the Hospice patient's Plan of Care. Monitors the volunteers' adherence to the patient's plan of care.
  • Promotes Agency philosophy to ensure quality of care.
  • Establishes a public relations program to foster good working relations with the volunteers & the community.
  • Carries out other duties as assigned by the IDT.
  • Actively recruits on a regular basis for patient needs, as well as community/facility needs and administrative needs.
  • Meets deadlines for monthly reports, including cost savings reports, renewable requirements and Retention/Recruiting Logs.
  • Follows company, Medicare and state guidelines in regard to training new volunteers and completing a volunteer files on each volunteer.
  • Reviews and processes volunteer documentation in a timely manner and in compliance with Medicare, state licensing laws and Company policies
  • Maintains and meets volunteer hours in compliance with Medicare requirements for reimbursement
  • Plans and coordinates Hospice Memorial Service using the guidelines in the Memorial Service Manual.
  • Carries out all duties outlined in the Volunteer Coordinator Manual.
  • Carries out other duties as assigned by Executive Director and/or Regional Volunteer Program Manager.

We aspires to maintain a market competitive, internally equitable, and performance-based rewards program in order to attract, retain, and motivate employees. This philosophy includes to pay commensurate with experience, skills, competencies, and individual performance.
Traditions Health is becoming The Care Team, aligning with a leading provider of hospice care, committed to providing the best possible care to their patients and families, and employees. Candidates selected for this position will transition to employment with The Care Team effective January 1, 2026. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, supported by The Care Team values, resources, and commitment to caring for the communities we serve.
You will be offered The Care Team benefits plan with PTO starting January 1, 2026.
About The Care Team
At The Care Team, our purpose has always been clear: to deliver exceptional hospice care that brings comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and their families wherever they call home. Since our founding in 2015, we have grown to be a leading provider of hospice services in Michigan, with locations throughout the state and additional presence in Indiana and Pennsylvania. Our exceptional Care Team members are the heart of what we do and include incredible nurses, medical social workers, aides, chaplains, and dedicated volunteers who work together to support both patients and their families. We believe that every person deserves to be cared for with compassion, respect, and excellence during life's most tender moments. That belief is what unites us and makes our work so meaningful. For more information, visit tctcares.com
Compensation Range:
$21.63 - $25.56
Traditions Health is highly invested in not only your overall health, but also your future. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our employees. Benefits for eligible employees include:
  • Full range of health insurance-medical (BCBS with 3 medical plan options), dental & vision.
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution
  • Company sponsored life insurance
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Accident & Critical Illness
  • Employee Assistant Program
  • Generous PTO (that increases with your tenure)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Continuing education opportunities

Traditions' Health aspires to maintain a market competitive, internally equitable, and performance-based rewards program in order to attract, retain, and motivate employees. This philosophy includes to pay commensurate with experience, skills, competencies, and individual performance.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Traditions Health is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination of any kind based on race, color, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other legally protected characteristic.

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