L.E. Cox Medical Centers
Lake Spring, Missouri
Description :Overview of Unit/Department 200 Medical-Surgical is a 30-bed unit that cares for patients admitted from the Emergency Department, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Critical Care Units, and physician offices. The team serves a broad age range, from young adults to patients over 100 - offering diverse and valuable clinical experiences. The unit specializes in medical, surgical, and gynecologic/oncology care. Common procedures include hysterectomies, mastectomies, bowel resections, and various oncology surgeries. Chemotherapy is occasionally administered, and patients may require telemetry monitoring or oxygen support. Team members on this unit gain exposure to a wide range of diagnoses, allowing them to build a strong, versatile skill set. The unit is known for its supportive, team-focused culture and offers professional development opportunities such as precepting and advancement through the clinical ladder. Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates • Up to $1,800 Sign-On Bonus • Up to 24 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off • Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus • Career Ladder up to $1 Certified Nurse Assistant, Nurse Assistant, or Nurse Assistant Apprentices are eligible to apply Nurse Assistant Apprenticeship • Job Summary Functions within a classroom and clinical learning environment to obtain training as unlicensed assistive personnel. While in the clinical learning environment, will provide basic patient care under direction and supervision of clinical educator and nursing staff. During clinical rotation, may perform duties such as taking vitals, bathing, dressing, moving patients, changing linens and other duties within their scope of practice as directed. While in clinical setting, obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff or clinical educator and reports any changes in patient condition. At the end of the training, a competency assessment will be administered to validate learning. • Job Requirements Education Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience Preferred: Prior patient care or health care related experience Skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Exhibits valuable time management skills • Strong analytical/problem solving skills. • Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment. • Is available for work on a consistent and timely basis • Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks Licensure/Certification/Registration • BLS must be obtained within 90 days Certified Nurse Assistant/Nurse Assistant • Job Summary Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as take vitals, bathe, dress, move patients, change linens and other duties as assigned. Obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff, and reports any changes in patient condition. • Job Requirements Education Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience Required: • 3 months experience as a nursing assistant in an inpatient or long-term care setting, EMT, or Surgical Technologist in the past 3 years OR • Completed an Unlicensed Assistive Personnel Program within the past 3 years OR • Completed the "fundamentals of nursing" course with clinical in an accredited nursing program or practical nursing education program OR • Must have Missouri CNA License OR • Must have MO CNA Appendix AND MO CNA license must be obtained within 120 days of hire Skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Exhibits valuable time management skills • Strong analytical/problem solving skills. • Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment. Licensure/Certification/Registration • BLS must be obtained within 90 days Education: Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience: Required: 3 months experience as a nursing assistant in an inpatient or long-term care setting, EMT, or Surgical Technologist in the past 3 years, OR Completed an Unlicensed Assistive Personnel Program within the past 3 years, or completion of 90 days in the NA Apprenticeship position. Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exhibits valuable time management skills Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment. Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A
Description :Overview of Unit/Department 200 Medical-Surgical is a 30-bed unit that cares for patients admitted from the Emergency Department, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Critical Care Units, and physician offices. The team serves a broad age range, from young adults to patients over 100 - offering diverse and valuable clinical experiences. The unit specializes in medical, surgical, and gynecologic/oncology care. Common procedures include hysterectomies, mastectomies, bowel resections, and various oncology surgeries. Chemotherapy is occasionally administered, and patients may require telemetry monitoring or oxygen support. Team members on this unit gain exposure to a wide range of diagnoses, allowing them to build a strong, versatile skill set. The unit is known for its supportive, team-focused culture and offers professional development opportunities such as precepting and advancement through the clinical ladder. Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates • Up to $1,800 Sign-On Bonus • Up to 24 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off • Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus • Career Ladder up to $1 Certified Nurse Assistant, Nurse Assistant, or Nurse Assistant Apprentices are eligible to apply Nurse Assistant Apprenticeship • Job Summary Functions within a classroom and clinical learning environment to obtain training as unlicensed assistive personnel. While in the clinical learning environment, will provide basic patient care under direction and supervision of clinical educator and nursing staff. During clinical rotation, may perform duties such as taking vitals, bathing, dressing, moving patients, changing linens and other duties within their scope of practice as directed. While in clinical setting, obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff or clinical educator and reports any changes in patient condition. At the end of the training, a competency assessment will be administered to validate learning. • Job Requirements Education Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience Preferred: Prior patient care or health care related experience Skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Exhibits valuable time management skills • Strong analytical/problem solving skills. • Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment. • Is available for work on a consistent and timely basis • Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks Licensure/Certification/Registration • BLS must be obtained within 90 days Certified Nurse Assistant/Nurse Assistant • Job Summary Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as take vitals, bathe, dress, move patients, change linens and other duties as assigned. Obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff, and reports any changes in patient condition. • Job Requirements Education Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience Required: • 3 months experience as a nursing assistant in an inpatient or long-term care setting, EMT, or Surgical Technologist in the past 3 years OR • Completed an Unlicensed Assistive Personnel Program within the past 3 years OR • Completed the "fundamentals of nursing" course with clinical in an accredited nursing program or practical nursing education program OR • Must have Missouri CNA License OR • Must have MO CNA Appendix AND MO CNA license must be obtained within 120 days of hire Skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Exhibits valuable time management skills • Strong analytical/problem solving skills. • Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment. Licensure/Certification/Registration • BLS must be obtained within 90 days Education: Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience: Required: 3 months experience as a nursing assistant in an inpatient or long-term care setting, EMT, or Surgical Technologist in the past 3 years, OR Completed an Unlicensed Assistive Personnel Program within the past 3 years, or completion of 90 days in the NA Apprenticeship position. Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exhibits valuable time management skills Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment. Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A
Carle Health
Urbana, Illinois
Overview The Inpatient Therapy Educator is responsible for coordinating, developing, and delivering clinical education, competency management, and professional development for therapy staff across both acute care and inpatient rehabilitation (IPR) settings. This role serves as a clinical education leader and connector, ensuring evidence-based practice, regulatory compliance, patient safety, and consistent onboarding and ongoing education for Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology staff. The educator collaborates with other departments, such as Clinical Education, Quality, Patient Safety, nursing, and other system-sites, to align best practices. The educator maintains scheduled clinical time in both acute care and IPR to remain connected to frontline practice, support staff, and identify educational needs in real time. The compensation range for this position will vary depending on the selected candidate's licensure and may differ from the range reflected in this posting. Qualifications Education Level Field of Study Bachelor's Degree Occupational Therapy Or Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy Or Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant Or Associate's Degree Occupational Therapy Assistant Or Bachelor's Degree Speech Language Pathology Licenses/Certifications Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Or Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Or Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Or Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Or Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) And Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA) Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients. Work Experience Length of Experience Related field 2+ years 1+ years Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements Good working knowledge of all aspects of Acute Care and Inpatient Rehab Therapy (PT/OT/SLP). Demonstrates strong instructional design and facilitation skills to effectively deliver engaging, evidence based education for PT/OT/SLP learners. Skilled in coaching staff on effective education delivery and supporting individualized professional development. Timely follow-up and accountability. Highly organized with good attention to detail. Must be extremely flexible with day-to-day workflows with ability to balance multiple tasks/projects while meeting organizational standards. Highly motivated to collaborate with interdisciplinary team in the areas of patient safety and quality outcomes Demonstrates strong leadership skills with the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical and administrative staff. Demonstrates solid time management skills, with ability to appropriately balance educator duties with patient care duties. Forward thinker with ability to see big picture. Responsibilities Essential Functions Complete equivalent of 50% direct patient care hours per week, including a weekend patient care rotation. Act as a liaison between therapy leadership, bedside staff, clinical education teams, and interdisciplinary partners. Assist supervisor/manager with planning, coordination, and execution of department-wide education initiatives and accreditation preparation (DNV, CARF, etc.). Participate in committees, work groups, and quality initiatives related to therapy practice, education, and patient outcomes. Collaborate with leadership and quality to identify educational gaps and opportunities for staff growth and development. Assists in evaluating current practices and assists leadership team in implementing evidence-based practice changes Collaborate with various RN unit leaders, QOCs, supervisors, bedside staff, and other healthcare providers to address issues related to patient care and patient care outcomes Provides real-time accountability, coaching, and education to promote ownership of safe practice. Assists supervisor/manager in reviewing incoming reports of events and near misses to identify patterns, trends, potential system lessons, as well as determine whether immediate educational follow-up is required with reporting personnel or department. Develop training materials and supports patient safety educational sessions as necessary Develop, coordinate, and maintain department wide orientation and onboarding programs for new therapy staff across acute care and inpatient rehabilitation Ensure completion, tracking, and documentation of annual and ongoing competencies for all therapy disciplines. Provide support for therapy preceptors and clinical instructors in both acute care and IPR settings Support education related to career ladder, professional advancement, and departmental development initiatives. Coordinate with clinical education and program coordinators to ensure applicable education for DNV accreditation requirements. Department Specific Job Function Ensure all disciplines adhere to PT/OT/SLP Practice Act Ensures and tracks ongoing competency training for each discipline Assist in developing downtime procedures Provide mentorship opportunities for newer, less experienced staff to grow and develop their knowledge and skills. Assist in developing, maintaining, and monitoring staff competencies and keeping records for annual reviews. Assist in planning/coordinating department educational presentation/activities, as well as patient education. Cascade clinical education updates to staff related to policies, workflows, and evidence based practice changes. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information: . Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $38.97per hour - $67.03per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Overview The Inpatient Therapy Educator is responsible for coordinating, developing, and delivering clinical education, competency management, and professional development for therapy staff across both acute care and inpatient rehabilitation (IPR) settings. This role serves as a clinical education leader and connector, ensuring evidence-based practice, regulatory compliance, patient safety, and consistent onboarding and ongoing education for Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology staff. The educator collaborates with other departments, such as Clinical Education, Quality, Patient Safety, nursing, and other system-sites, to align best practices. The educator maintains scheduled clinical time in both acute care and IPR to remain connected to frontline practice, support staff, and identify educational needs in real time. The compensation range for this position will vary depending on the selected candidate's licensure and may differ from the range reflected in this posting. Qualifications Education Level Field of Study Bachelor's Degree Occupational Therapy Or Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy Or Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant Or Associate's Degree Occupational Therapy Assistant Or Bachelor's Degree Speech Language Pathology Licenses/Certifications Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Or Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Or Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Or Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Or Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) And Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA) Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients. Work Experience Length of Experience Related field 2+ years 1+ years Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements Good working knowledge of all aspects of Acute Care and Inpatient Rehab Therapy (PT/OT/SLP). Demonstrates strong instructional design and facilitation skills to effectively deliver engaging, evidence based education for PT/OT/SLP learners. Skilled in coaching staff on effective education delivery and supporting individualized professional development. Timely follow-up and accountability. Highly organized with good attention to detail. Must be extremely flexible with day-to-day workflows with ability to balance multiple tasks/projects while meeting organizational standards. Highly motivated to collaborate with interdisciplinary team in the areas of patient safety and quality outcomes Demonstrates strong leadership skills with the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical and administrative staff. Demonstrates solid time management skills, with ability to appropriately balance educator duties with patient care duties. Forward thinker with ability to see big picture. Responsibilities Essential Functions Complete equivalent of 50% direct patient care hours per week, including a weekend patient care rotation. Act as a liaison between therapy leadership, bedside staff, clinical education teams, and interdisciplinary partners. Assist supervisor/manager with planning, coordination, and execution of department-wide education initiatives and accreditation preparation (DNV, CARF, etc.). Participate in committees, work groups, and quality initiatives related to therapy practice, education, and patient outcomes. Collaborate with leadership and quality to identify educational gaps and opportunities for staff growth and development. Assists in evaluating current practices and assists leadership team in implementing evidence-based practice changes Collaborate with various RN unit leaders, QOCs, supervisors, bedside staff, and other healthcare providers to address issues related to patient care and patient care outcomes Provides real-time accountability, coaching, and education to promote ownership of safe practice. Assists supervisor/manager in reviewing incoming reports of events and near misses to identify patterns, trends, potential system lessons, as well as determine whether immediate educational follow-up is required with reporting personnel or department. Develop training materials and supports patient safety educational sessions as necessary Develop, coordinate, and maintain department wide orientation and onboarding programs for new therapy staff across acute care and inpatient rehabilitation Ensure completion, tracking, and documentation of annual and ongoing competencies for all therapy disciplines. Provide support for therapy preceptors and clinical instructors in both acute care and IPR settings Support education related to career ladder, professional advancement, and departmental development initiatives. Coordinate with clinical education and program coordinators to ensure applicable education for DNV accreditation requirements. Department Specific Job Function Ensure all disciplines adhere to PT/OT/SLP Practice Act Ensures and tracks ongoing competency training for each discipline Assist in developing downtime procedures Provide mentorship opportunities for newer, less experienced staff to grow and develop their knowledge and skills. Assist in developing, maintaining, and monitoring staff competencies and keeping records for annual reviews. Assist in planning/coordinating department educational presentation/activities, as well as patient education. Cascade clinical education updates to staff related to policies, workflows, and evidence based practice changes. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information: . Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $38.97per hour - $67.03per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
