Careers

This careers page is a comprehensive list of job openings at Memorial Hospital and Hancock County Senior and Childcare Services.

Why Join our Team?

Memorial Hospital and Hancock County Senior and Childcare Services employees are a vital part of delivering quality care and healthcare to patients, residents, and families in our area. We believe that each staff member has a role in fulfilling our mission. We are looking for employees who appreciate our commitment to our patients and the community. If this is you, we encourage you to apply!

Memorial Hospital and Hancock County Senior and Childcare Services have scholarships and internships available, call HR at 217-357-8574 for more details.

Check the list of available job opportunities on this page. Then click here to APPLY ONLINE or click here to view and print out an application and send it to us via fax or US mail.

Benefits Available

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction. Memorial Hospital/Hancock County Senior Services believes in rewarding our hard-working employees. We provide a family-like atmosphere in which to work.

Employment Opportunities

Employment opportunities are updated regularly, but availability is subject to change without notice. Some positions may have requirements, experience, or qualifications that are not listed below. If you have any questions concerning employment opportunities at Memorial Hospital or Hancock County Senior and Childcare Services, please contact our  Director of Talent Acquisition and Development at recruiting@mhtlc.org.

You may also contact our Human Resources Department for further information or to acquire an application. Please complete the application and return it in person or mail it to:

Human Resources
Memorial Hospital
1454 North County Road 2050
P.O. Box 160
Carthage, IL 62321
217-357-8500
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If you don’t find a position you’re interested in but still want to apply to the organization, please click on the link below to submit your application using our generic application form.

Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 4 days ago
Job Summary: Provide general care and education to children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. This position requires providing services to the assigned classroom in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Primary Job Responsibilities:
  1. Maintain, at all times, high quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
  2. Supervise Early Childhood Assistants in the classroom.
  3. Performs quality care of children in accordance with expected standards.
  4. Provides nurturing interactions that promote and encourage positive self-esteem in each child.
  5. Utilizes developmentally appropriate educational practices to promote life skills.
  6. Facilitates a quality learning environment that promotes health and safety practices.
  7. Maintain open, consistent and effective communication with parents, providing parent education training, assistance and support as needed.
  8. Provide reliable, accurate and timely information about the Willow Grove Child Care and Learning Center to interested parties.
  9. Attain and maintain membership in Gateways to Opportunity Registry.
  10. Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Memorial Hospital and Hancock County Senior Services and follow directives from supervisors.
  11. Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor.
  12. Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration.
  13. Attend professional development seminars to maintain an understanding of the current best practices of curriculum and administrative functions of child development programs.
  14. Articulate the center’s mission to employees and other stakeholders and solicit support in realizing the mission.
  15. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
  16. Represent the center in a professional, courteous and positive manner at all times.
  17. Promote a positive, caring climate for learning for staff, students, and parents.
  18. Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.
  19. Communicate effectively staff, students and their families.
  20. Perform any and all duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
  • At least 19 years of age
  • Sixty (60) semester hours of credit from an accredited college or university
    • 6 of these semester hours must be in child development, early childhood education or early childhood special education OR Thirty (30) semester hours of credit from an accredited college or university with1 year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten or licensed day care center
  • Must be credentialed or eligible for credentialing under 407.Appendix G
  • Must obtain Food Handlers Certificate
  • Completion of Lead Safety Training, including mitigation plan strategies and impact of lead exposure.
  • Active CPR certification for pediatric ages or ability to obtain.
Pertinent Skills Required:
  • Supervise Early Childhood Assistants assigned to the classroom.
  • Emotional maturity when working with children.
  • Listening skills, availability and responsiveness to children.
  • Thorough understanding of Willow Grove Child Care and Learning Center
  • Ensure selected curriculum is being followed appropriately.
  • Strong organizational, communication, public relations, computer and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to plan, direct, conduct and coordinate Willow Grove Child Care and Learning Center
  • Ability to implement policy and procedures.
  • Knowledge and implementation of Illinois child care guidelines and state licensing.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and proven success implementing programs for children based on developmentally appropriate practices.
  • Accepts and respects differences in children, parents and coworkers.
  • Desire to help children meet their developmental and emotional needs.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
  • Regularly: Maintain emotional control under stress.
  • Regularly: Work with frequent interruptions.
  • Occasionally: Prolonged and irregular hours
  • Frequently: Standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling
  • Regularly: Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions
  • Occasionally: Lifting up to 50 pounds.
Hours: Monday-Friday, hours vary from 6:00am - 5:30pm Mandatory: Attach unofficial transcript to your online application (below) Wage: $18.25/hour Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Willow Grove

Job Summary: Provide general care and education to children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. This position requires providing services to the assigned classroom in a manner that demonstrates an understandin...

Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 4 days ago
Job Summary Performs a variety of tasks related to the general care and education of children of ages 6 weeks – 5 years old under the direction of a qualified supervising teacher. This position requires providing services to the assigned classroom in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Job Responsibilities
  1. Maintain, at all times, high quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
  2. Assist teacher in all aspects of classroom management.
  3. Performs quality care of children in accordance with expected standards.
  4. Provides nurturing interactions that promote and encourage positive self-esteem in each child.
  5. Utilizes developmentally appropriate educational practices to promote life skills.
  6. Attain and maintain membership in Gateways to Opportunity Registry.
  7. Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Willow Grove Childcare, Memorial Hospital and Hancock County Senior Services and follow directives from supervisors.
  8. Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor.
  9. Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Directors.
  10. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
  11. Represent the center in a professional, courteous and positive manner at all times.
  12. Promote a positive, caring climate for learning for staff, students, and parents.
  13. Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.
  14. Communicate effectively staff, students and their families.
  15. Perform any and all duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications                                                                                    
  • At least 18 years of age
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Currently hold Food Handler Certificate or ability to obtain
  • Active CPR certification or ability to obtain.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a daycare or early childhood center
Special Knowledge/Skills
  • Emotional maturity when working with children.
  • Listening skills, availability and responsiveness to children.
  • Thorough understanding of childcare center operations.
  • Strong organizational, communication, public relations, computer and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to implement policy and procedures.
  • Knowledge and implementation of Illinois child care guidelines and state licensing.
  • Accepts and respects differences in children, parents and coworkers.
  • Desire to help children meet their developmental and emotional needs.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
  • Regularly: Maintain emotional control under stress.
  • Regularly: Work with frequent interruptions.
  • Occasionally: Prolonged and irregular hours
  • Frequently: Standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling
  • Regularly: Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions
  • Occasionally: Lifting up to 50 pounds.
Hours: 8 hour shifts (may vary between 6:00am-5:30pm) Mandatory: Attach unofficial transcript to your online application (below) Wage: $17.00/hour Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Willow Grove

Job Summary Performs a variety of tasks related to the general care and education of children of ages 6 weeks – 5 years old under the direction of a qualified supervising teacher. This position requ...

Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 4 days ago

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse is a clinical practitioner who assesses the need for, coordinates, problem solves, implements and evaluates patient care.  He/She communicates effectively with all providers and staff.  He/She ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner consistent with the unit’s standard of care. He/She demonstrates performance consistent with the mission, philosophy and goals of the unit and organization; remains flexible to a changing system, is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats staff, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect.  Acts as a patient advocate at all times. Primary Job Responsibilities:
  1. Triages emergency room patients according to emergent, urgent, or non-urgent.
  2. Prepares clinic patients for appropriate physician exam and assist physicians with patients
  3. Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms, and psychosocial needs.
  4. Implements CPSI order entry for ancillary testing as required and monitor for the return of results.
  5. Re-assesses the patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require intervention, informing physician of any change in patient condition.
  6. Interprets all diagnostic tests and treatments and prompt notification of physician of abnormal results.
  7. Develops and implements a measurable individualized plan of care for the patient within the time frame established by Nursing Standards of Care.
  8. Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome; modifies the plan of care based on the evaluations.
  9. Utilizes chest pain and TIA/Brain attack pathway as evidenced on patient record.
  10. Utilizes problem sheets for ongoing patient problems.
  11. Participates in patient/significant other health education and discharge planning.
  12. Implements and documents timely interventions appropriate to patient needs.
  13. Completes all treatment in a timely manner.
  14. Is knowledgeable of all medications given, administers all medication promptly and documents appropriately. Uses the appropriate forms to document evaluation of all treatments and medications.
  15. Assesses and reassess their patient’ level of pain, providing effective treatment and the necessary education for follow-up care.
  16. Utilizes patient discharge instructions.
  17. Delegates unit work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care support activities.
  18. Coordinates team assignments and makes adjustments based upon patient and unit needs; follows up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.
  19. Utilizes the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
  20. Acts as a resource nurse for the ER/OP department.
  21. Performs other duties as signed or requested.
 Required Qualifications
  • Current Licensure in Illinois as a Registered Nurse.
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • BLS
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior critical care experience or an approved course highly preferred.
Hours: 6:00p-6:30a and every third weekend. Wage Range: $30.30 -  $47.40 (Actual wage dependent on relevant experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Emergency

Job Summary: The Registered Nurse is a clinical practitioner who assesses the need for, coordinates, problem solves, implements and evaluates patient care.  He/She communicates effectively with all p...

Part-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 1 week ago

Are you passionate about helping others look and feel their best? We are seeking a talented and dedicated Esthetician to join our team! In this role, you will provide exceptional skincare services, personalized treatments, and expert advice to patients seeking to enhance their natural beauty. If you have a keen eye for detail, a deep understanding of skincare techniques, and a commitment to patient satisfaction, we want to hear from you!

Primary Job Responsibilities
  1. Perform a variety of skin care treatments including facials, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and other specialized services.
  2. Conduct skin analysis to determine the most appropriate treatments for each client.
  3. Recommend skin care routines and products tailored to individual client needs.
  4. Provide waxing and other hair removal services.
  5. Maintain up-to-date knowledge on the latest skin care techniques, products, and trends.
  6. Ensure the treatment room is clean, well-organized, and fully stocked with necessary products and supplies.
  7. Maintain a high level of professionalism and courtesy with clients, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction.
  8. Follow all safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards required by the MedSpa and governing regulations.
  9. Upsell services and products to meet client needs and maximize revenue for the business.
  10. Keep detailed records of treatments and client progress in Aesthetics Pro.
  11. Participate in promotional and educational events to showcase services and build client loyalty.
Required Qualifications
  • Valid state esthetician license.
  • Proven experience as an esthetician in a spa or clinical setting.
  • Strong knowledge of skin care products, treatments, and the ability to address various skin concerns.
  • Ability to perform various skin care treatments and services such as facials, exfoliation, extractions, and body treatments.
  • Familiarity with waxing, tinting, and hair removal techniques.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (as required).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Sales experience in a spa or clinical setting
  • Certification in advanced esthetic procedures such as chemical peels, dermaplaning, or laser treatments.
  • Experience with medical-grade skin care products and treatments.
Physical and Environmental Demands
  • Ability to stand for long periods during treatments.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Hours: Part-time (with future possibilities of full-time scheduling) Wage Range: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour (Actual wage dependent on relevant experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Memorial Medical Clinic - Locust Street Clinic and Memorial MedSpa

Are you passionate about helping others look and feel their best? We are seeking a talented and dedicated Esthetician to join our team! In this role, you will provide exceptional skincare services, pe...

Temporary
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 2 months ago
Position Overview:
As a nursing intern at Memorial Hospital, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our experienced nursing team in various clinical settings, assisting with patient care allowing you to apply the knowledge gained in your academic program while gaining practical experience in a healthcare setting.
Process Timeline Applications will be accepted and reviewed beginning immediately Schedule Details Department: MedSurg, Surgery, or Emergency Timeframe: 6 Weeks Hours: 36-40 Hours Per Week Qualifications
  • If attending a 4 BSN program, must be between Junior and Senior year of nursing program.
  • If attending an ADN program, must be between LPN and RN year of nursing program.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
  1. Heavy lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds or more.
  2. Frequent or prolonged standing/walking.
  3. Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients.
  4. Manual dexterity and mobility.
  5. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
  6. Visual acuity; must be able to see clearly at a distance of 20 inches or less; able to judge distance and space relationships and be able to adjust vision to bring objects into focus. Must have color vision.
  7. Ability to perform job functions utilizing personal protective equipment.
  8. Regular exposure to the risk of blood-born diseases and infections.
  9. Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical power equipment.
Wage Range: $15.00 - $16.00 hour (Actual wage dependent on relevant experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Emergency, Med/Surg, Surgery

Position Overview: As a nursing intern at Memorial Hospital, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our experienced nursing team in various clinical settings, assisting with patient care a...

Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 2 months ago
Are you focused on making a difference in people's lives? Join our dedicated clinic team as we seek to provide the best outcome for every patient, every time. Primary Job Responsibilities
  1. At each visit will verify the patient’s date of birth, phone number, address, insurance, and any other necessary information.
  2. Records necessary demographic data changes in the electronic medical record.
  3. Maintains appointment schedule with distribution to nursing staff and providers as requested.
  4. Collects co-pays and patient balances at the time of service.
  5. Answers the telephone by the third ring.
  6. Takes precise messages by getting the patient’s full name and spelling, date of birth, complete description of phone call.
  7. Responsible for incoming and outgoing mail.
  8. Responsible for follow up and processing mail returns from Post Office.
  9. Responsible for checking fax machine periodically and ensuring that faxes are distributed accurately.
  10. Responsible for balancing the cash drawer, daily packet, deposit at the end of the day.
  11. Provides daily productivity to providers and management as needed.
  12. Provides equality among all patients in the practice without regard for ability to pay for services.
  13. Adequately handles all questions and is courteous to the satisfaction of all parties involved.
  14. Responsible for locking all of the doors and windows to the office.
  15. Responsible for turning off lights and equipment.
  16. Identifies, logs, and resolves patient complaints with regular reports to the Executive Director of Clinic Operations.
  17. Performs and accepts other duties as required.
Days: Monday - Friday (w/weekend rotation) Hours: Regular (8:30am-5:00pm) Float/Coverage (varies between 7:00am-8:00pm) Location: Floating with "home base" in Carthage Required Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED (No experience required; on-the-job training will be provided)
  • Communication skills
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule as it relates to department demands
  • Ability to interact with client population and provide excellent customer service
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience or certification in medical reception (medical office assistant)
  • Experience or degree in billing and coding
  • Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant
Physical and Environmental Demands
  • Frequent: Standing: Remaining on one’s feet
  • Frequent: Walking: Moving about on foot
  • Periodic: PPE: Must wear N95, face shield/goggles, gloves at all times while screening
Wage Range: $17.00 - $18.00/hour (Actual wage dependent on experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Memorial Medical Clinic Carthage

Are you focused on making a difference in people’s lives? Join our dedicated clinic team as we seek to provide the best outcome for every patient, every time. Primary Job Responsibilities At eac...

Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 2 months ago
Job Summary: The Behavioral Health Navigator position is responsible for helping patients navigate the healthcare system, access community services and resources, and adopt healthy behaviors. The navigator supports providers and other members of the care team, through an integrated approach to care. The Navigator will develop coaching skills, and knowledge, specific to Behavioral Health, to recognize and assist in prevention of crisis by notifying and facilitating urgent appointments with a provider. Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Reliable transportation for off-site work.
  • Written and oral fluency in English.
  • Basic computer and telephone skills required.
  • Strong desire to work directly with mental/behavioral health related services.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities while remaining professional and calm.
  • Strong communication skills needed for interacting with patients while showing respect for their individuality and privacy.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or nursing licensure.
  • Successful completion of a Community Health Worker training program.
  • Medical terminology background.
  • Secondary skills with Spanish.
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience.
Future Educational Requirements After Hire (unless previously completed) The new employee will receive time during their usual work schedule to complete the following coursework:
  • Within the first six months of employment: Successfully complete an online Trauma and Abuse curriculum.
  • Within the first twelve months of employment: Successfully complete an online Mental and Behavioral Health Disorders curriculum.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
  1. Establish trusting relationships with patients while providing patient-centered support and encouragement.
  2. Provide ongoing follow-up, basic motivational interviewing, and goal setting with patients/families.
  3. Follow-up with patients via phone calls, home visits and visits to other settings applicable to the patient’s needs.
  4. Conduct depression and anxiety assessments with comfort and ease.
  5. Provide emotional support, encouragement, and motivation to patients.
  6. Provide referrals to community agencies as appropriate.
  7. Work closely with medical providers to help ensure that patients have comprehensive and coordinated care.
  8. Work collaboratively with other clinic personnel to improve process efficiency.
  9. Well versed in community resources available to patients.
  10. Be familiar with clinic team schedules and identify opportunities to address care gaps and quality improvement outcomes during appointments.
  11. Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient/client information as directed by the supervisor for the patient/client record.
  12. Administer Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) questionnaire and assess the acuity of patient interventions.
  13. Assists with data collection and scores for quality management reporting as directed by supervisor.
  14. Attend Accountable Care Organization (ACO) meetings, staff meetings, and any other meetings required.
  15. Continued development of knowledge and skills by participating in educational opportunities and skill building activities.
  16. Successful completion of all training (basic OR advanced) required by Memorial Hospital, to meet competency standards.
  17. Protect confidentiality due to the sensitivity of materials and information managed.
  18. Perform all other duties as assigned.
Salary Range: $17-$24/hour (actual wage depending on experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Behavioral Health, Care Coordination

Job Summary: The Behavioral Health Navigator position is responsible for helping patients navigate the healthcare system, access community services and resources, and adopt healthy behaviors. The navi...

Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 3 months ago
Job Summary: Works collaboratively with the clinical departments and Information Technology, participating in the design, implementation and maintenance of clinical information systems as they apply to clinical services within the hospital. Develops an understanding of the application functionality, reporting capabilities, interfacing and integration associated with clinical applications assigned. Primary Job Responsibilities:
  1. Actively participate in planning, development, implementation, upgrading, maintenance and evaluation of clinical information systems.
  2. Maintain components of the clinical information systems, including revisions, testing system changes, and integration of changes into the clinical environment.
  3. Implement applications, tools and processes that assist clinicians with the management of data across clinical applications assigned.
  4. Assist with system customization including the development of alerts/hard stops, data integration, order generation, automation of documentation and enforcement of adherence to workflows.
  5. Work with physicians, nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals establish innovative ideas and processes to improve workflow.
  6. Serve as a resource person for daily operational issues within the electronic health record.
  7. Achieve and maintain Credential Trainer status in the EMR for the appropriate areas of support - hospital/ambulatory.
  8. Provide orientation and training for provider and clinical applications for providers and clinicians.
  9. Provide orientation and training for providers, clinical students and other clinicians on processes and EMR functions. This may occasionally occur outside normal business hours.
  10. Provide continuing education of changes of provider and clinical applications for providers and staff.
  11. Champions the clinical workflow and processes essential for the adoption of new technology and processes.
  12. Participates in meeting federal funding quality mandates.
  13. Analyze and prioritize work requests that are related to clinical information systems and clinical processes.
  14. Will assist with utilization management of the Inpatient floor, ensuring that patients are placed in the correct status per medical necessity. Compile and review medical information, working with MCG guidelines.
  15. Work collaboratively with physicians on peer-to-peer reviews, denials, and appeals.
  16. Responsible for the evaluation, recommendation and implementation of all hardware and software systems in collaboration with affected departments.
  17. Create documentation of educational materials on using clinical systems.
  18. Serve as the Epic and other EMR vendors Clinical Contact for education and support.
  19. Analyze the impact of technology in the clinical work processes and communicate issues/topics with IT and nursing leadership.
  20. Attend educational sessions offered by Epic and other vendors to enhance knowledge of clinical applications.
  21. Participate in educational programs and in-services and attend outside meetings as required.
  22. Adhere to compliance with all Federal Guidelines for HIPAA.
  23. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Work Location: On-Site in Carthage, IL Required Qualifications
  1. Bachelor’s degree or 2 years clinical experience in EMR usage.
  2. Knowledge in computer concepts, personal computers and related software and PC connectivity.
  3. Experience in clinical systems and implementations and support including system configuration, maintenance and software upgrades.
  4. Detail oriented and capable of exploring innovative solutions to solve complex problems and address issues with a combination of delivered and custom-developed tools.
  5. Ability to perform systems needs assessment requiring good communication skills with users and vendors.
  6. Good decision making.
  7. Logical thought and problem-solving skills under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications
  1. Hospital/Clinic experience
Wage Range: $30.00 -  $33.00 per hour (Actual wage dependent on experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Information Technology

Job Summary: Works collaboratively with the clinical departments and Information Technology, participating in the design, implementation and maintenance of clinical information systems as they apply t...

Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 3 months ago
Job Summary In collaboration with the Director of Surgical Services, the charge nurse is responsible for the smooth and efficient flow of all phases of care within the surgical department. Delegates assignments and provides supervision for the OR staff. Works in cooperation with surgeons to ensure quality patient care and efficient management of surgical procedures. Provides direct patient care to patients in all phases of care as needs arise. Assist OR scheduler in management of surgeon’s block schedules, anesthesia schedule and decisions related to changes in the OR schedule.   Primary Job Responsibilities
  1. Demonstrates competency and professional responsibility in the charge nurse role.
  2. Coordinates education for OR staff.
  3. Assigns and adjusts staffing assignments as needed to meet the needs of the department. This includes time off request and sick time.
  4. Anticipates and collaborates with surgeons and anesthesia providers to meet their surgical case needs.
  5. Provides direct patient care if department needs arise.
  6. Coordinates surgical equipment needs for cases with OR techs and Central Supply Supervisor.
  7. Excellent communication skills.
  8. Rotating on call schedule with the department director to meet after hours needs. 
  9. Coordinates surgical case and patient care needs with all nursing and ancillary departments.
Required Qualifications
  1. Currently RN license (valid in State of Illinois OR can be transferred)
  2. Minimum Experience: one year as operating room staff nurse
  3. BLS/ACLS/PALS certification
Preferred Qualifications
  1. 2 years of experience as OR charge nurse or operating room supervisor
Wage Range: $30.30 - $47.40/hour (Actual wage dependent on relevant experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Surgery

Job Summary In collaboration with the Director of Surgical Services, the charge nurse is responsible for the smooth and efficient flow of all phases of care within the surgical department. Delegates a...

Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 3 months ago
We are looking for someone to join our growing Behavioral Health team; if you're interested, please apply today! Job Summary This position will share the duties of both a Medical Assistant and Patient Experience Specialist.  Both roles, with responsibilities listed below, will support the Behavioral Health Department. This role will not only register patients upon arrival, but they will also assist providers in professional and clinical procedures (phlebotomy, urinalysis, injections, and taking and recording patient vital signs) when needed. Primary Job Responsibilities
  1. Responsible for all patient care activities as directed by leadership.
  2. When directed, will assist in performing phlebotomy tests and urinalysis.
  3. Assist with departmental coverage needs, including possible coverage at outlying clinics.
  4. Will receive and greet patients as they arrive at the clinic, taking and recording vital signs and a brief description of the patient's complaint/condition.
  5. Records all pertinent patient information in EMR and ensures all necessary forms are completed before patients are seen.
  6. Will maintain the appearance of the office and equipment to assure a positive image and smooth operation, including managing office supply inventory.
  7. Ensures that office hours are maintained, and the public is notified of any variance.
  8. Actively and consistently contributes to the success of the clinic and objectives, often representing the clinic in organizational events.
  9. Supports the policies and procedures and administrative decisions within the clinic.
  10. Accepts supervision and feedback in a non-defensive manner, correcting or improving behavior as requested.
  11. Communicates clinical and equipment problems to the appropriate administrative personnel.
  12. Knows the patients’ rights and responsibilities and is responsible for the implementation.
  13. Collects co-pays and patient balances at the time of service.
  14. Provides equality among all patients in the practice without regard for ability to pay for services.
  15. Continues education through in-service seminars and literature in order to maintain up-to-date knowledge of current trends in operations of clinics and health care in general.
  16. Assists with documentation of incidents.
  17. Ensures that all patients that have a scheduled appointment are seen within 15 minutes of that time or are provided with an explanation.
  18. Ensure that all appropriate medical charts and information are available prior to each scheduled appointment.
  19. Ensures that all patient files are kept current with proper information, including all appropriate signatures.
  20. Promotes effective and cooperative relationships with co-workers and utilizes established channels of communication and lines of authority for problem solving and communication.
  21. Maintains appointment schedule with distribution to nursing staff and providers as requested.
  22. Answers the telephone promptly and collects/records all necessary information from patient.
  23. Responsible for coordinating incoming and outgoing mail operations and retrieving/distributing faxes.
  24. Responsible for end of day procedures (including balancing cash drawer).
  25. Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
  1. Current state licensure.
  2. Current Basic Life Support training.
Wage Range: $17.45 - $23.50/hour (Actual wage dependent on experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Behavioral Health

We are looking for someone to join our growing Behavioral Health team; if you’re interested, please apply today! Job Summary This position will share the duties of both a Medical Assistant and P...

Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 3 months ago
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Night Supervisor to join our dedicated healthcare team. In this pivotal role, you will lead and mentor our nursing staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about improving patient outcomes and driving excellence in nursing practice, we invite you to apply! Job Summary The house supervisor administers, plans, directs, and coordinates nursing service functions and activities for the Nursing Departments.  Responsible for the recommendation, development, and implementation of policies and procedures in these areas, and for keeping the Director of Inpatient or CNO informed of progress and potential problems.  Maintains and promotes collaboration with other service areas, and serves as on-campus Administration in the absence of the Administration. Primary Job Responsibilities
  1. Receives every shift updates on the condition of each patient. Ensures notification of the physician of major changes.
  2. Supervises and directs all nursing care given to patients of Memorial Hospital.
  3. Responds to emergency and/or code situations and delegates appropriate actions. Implements internal/external disaster, fire, tornado, and bomb plans as needed.
  4. Administers direct patient. Relieves the nurses working in these departments for breaks and meals.
  5. Assists with admitting patients and discharge planning. Arranges for emergency transfers and operative procedures.
  6. Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes.
  7. Delegates unit work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of requires patient care support activities. Understands the limits of delegation to licensed and unlicensed personnel and consistently works within those boundaries.
  8. Coordinates team assignments and makes adjustments based upon patient and unit needs; follows up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.
  9. Utilizes the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
  10. Maintains competency for the operation of all unit equipment.
  11. Must be able to help in all nursing departments.
  12. Carries supervisor phone and addresses or delegates all incoming calls.
  13. Gets medications from pharmacy and mixes, as needed.
  14. Completes shift to shift staffing and handles all call-ins.
  15. Rounds on all inpatients during shift.
  16. Collaborates by working with others to achieve unit and organizational goals.
  17. Participates in unit meetings.
  18. Supervises and directs all nursing care given to patients, ensuring consistent quality and safety by assigning and changing staff as necessary. Utilizes patient acuity and adjusts staffing accordingly.
  19. Acts as a liaison between patient, family, physician, and all hospital departments and nursing personnel; functions in a resource/advisory capacity to nursing personnel. Serves as an advocate for Nursing/Hospital Administration in promoting and supporting the mission and philosophies of Memorial Hospital.
  20. Prepares written documentation as required for the department. Assists with performance reviews and disciplinary action as well as coaching and counseling of the staff.  Evaluates competency of the staff.
  21. Performs other duties as assigned.
  22. Assisting Inpatient RN’s with high acuity tasks or procedures with physicians at bedside as needed
  • Overseeing LPN’s doing their IV pushes, hanging IV piggybacks, assisting with cares of chest tubes/wound vacs/complicated dressings/etc.
  • Daily checks on crash cart/emergency equipment; house alarms; temperature checks
  1. Staff for 24 hours:
  • Covering staffing for next shift
  • Covering staffing for “call-ins” when RN or healthcare worker calls in sick.
  • Covering for increases in census during current shift, or increases in acuity.
  • Covering low census
  1. Responding to Crisis Situations:
  • Reports to ED or patient room, for all Code Blues/STEMI and Stroke alerts/Rapid response
  • Calls in on-call staff
  1. Transferring patients outside the hospital:
  • Assisting physician by calling hospitals for bed availability
  • Transfer Packet: getting paperwork, charting complete, EMTALA signatures
  • Notify ancillary departments to provide discs, push films, etc.
  • Calling for transfer vehicle/helicopter
  1. Pharmacy Backup:
  • Finding and obtaining medications for attending RN’s, that are not carried in the Omnicell.
  • Mixing IV drips that are not standard mix concentrations.
  • Assisting attending RN’s to run and monitor IV drips not commonly used at this facility
  • Restocking Omnicell if needed
  • Calling On-call Pharmacy as needed
  • Restocking Crash carts and emergency medicines as needed.
  • Changing pharmacies for patients at discharge when pharmacies are closed.
  1. Swing Bed Patients:
  • Assess transfer documents for appropriateness of admission when social services/administration staff unavailable
  • Assign bed and staff as patients accepted and arrive
  • Enter all admission orders when admitting physicians not available
  • Perform medication reconciliation from receiving hospital
  • Obtain/Assist attending RN to obtain medications for patients if pharmacy unavailable
  • Assist with admission process
  1. Trouble-Shooter:
  • Answer all phone call questions
  • Taking orders from off-site physicians, putting them into Epic, and carrying them out.
  • Making arrangements for medical equipment, home health, hospice, oxygen, medication, pick up, etc., for discharges on weekends or off hours when social services isn’t available.
  • Round with attending physicians as needed
  • Round with consulting physicians as needed
  • Round with covering physicians, assisting them with order entry, admission and discharge procedures.
  1. Troubleshooting computer problems:
  2. Epic order entry and problems with access
  3. Troubleshooting Omnicell, and assisting staff with obtaining medications
  4. Computer failure and downtime: managing to switch form computer to paper, locating paper charts, supplies; assisting departments in patient care and documentation, running slips and reports and orders to lab and radiology
Required Qualifications 1. Currently licensed in the State of Illinois. 2. ACLS Certification Preferred Qualifications 1. Bachelor's degree in Nursing. 2. Three to five years experience in critical care. 3. Experience in a supervisory capacity, such as head nurse, is beneficial. Wage Range: $30.30 - $47.40/hour (Actual wage dependent on experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Full-Time, Part-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 4 months ago
We are seeking a full-time and part-time service members to serve up to 11 months starting in early November 2024, to serve at the Memorial Hospital in Carthage, IL. Responsibilities
  • Typically serve full-time Monday - Friday (41.25 hours per week). Some placements may include occasional evening or weekend hours. Part-time opportunities may be available at 25 hours per week.
  • Deliver health education and support patients/community members in navigating the care, community programs and resources on heart health related topics including cardiovascular disease, smoking cessation, nutrition, blood pressure, and chronic diseases such as diabetes.
  • Assist with public health surveys. This may include recruiting participants, administering the survey in-person or via phone, tracking data, and/or running reports.
  • Plan and conduct local health skill building workshops, health fairs, town halls or community conversations – to raise awareness and help community members manage their health.
  • Support patients and community members in initiating and conducting Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring.
  • Host Hands-Only CPR demonstrations for community members.
  • Engage local organizations to help identify and develop resources to support families in accessing chronic disease interventions and/or overall health and wellbeing services.
  • Actively participate in AmeriCorps pre-service orientation, HeartCorps member development meetings and assigned trainings.
Ideal HeartCorps Candidates are:
  • United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien of the United States, at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Able to secure reliable transportation to and from the host site daily and to community-based activities. You will be required to maintain a valid drivers’ license as well as at least the minimum automobile liability insurance coverage required by law.
  • Strong written and oral communicators.
  • Customer and solution focused. Good listeners, non-judgmental, open minded, and resourceful.
  • Required to satisfy the National Service Criminal History Check eligibility criteria-nationwide check of the National Sex Offender Public website, state criminal history record check, and a fingerprint-based check of the FBI criminal history record database.
  • Experience as health aide or have coursework in public health, health communications, health promotion, or health sciences helpful but not required.
This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or parental status, genetic information and military service. At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to our volunteers, our workforce, and the communities we serve as it relates to heart health and stroke prevention. EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities

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We are seeking a full-time and part-time service members to serve up to 11 months starting in early November 2024, to serve at the Memorial Hospital in Carthage, IL. Responsibilities Typically serve f...

PRN
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 8 months ago

Do you like working in emergency situations? Do you have excellent customer service skills? You are who we are looking for! APPLY TODAY!

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse is a clinical practitioner who assesses the need for, coordinates, problem solves, implements and evaluates patient care.  He/She communicates effectively with all providers and staff.  He/She ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner consistent with the unit’s standard of care. He/She demonstrates performance consistent with the mission, philosophy and goals of the unit and organization; remains flexible to a changing system, is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats staff, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect.  Acts as a patient advocate at all times. Primary Job Responsibilities:
  1. Triages emergency room patients according to emergent, urgent, or non-urgent.
  2. Prepares clinic patients for appropriate physician exam and assist physicians with patients
  3. Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms, and psychosocial needs.
  4. Implements CPSI order entry for ancillary testing as required and monitor for the return of results.
  5. Re-assesses the patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require intervention, informing physician of any change in patient condition.
  6. Interprets all diagnostic tests and treatments and prompt notification of physician of abnormal results.
  7. Develops and implements a measurable individualized plan of care for the patient within the time frame established by Nursing Standards of Care.
  8. Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome; modifies the plan of care based on the evaluations.
  9. Utilizes chest pain and TIA/Brain attack pathway as evidenced on patient record.
  10. Utilizes problem sheets for ongoing patient problems.
  11. Participates in patient/significant other health education and discharge planning.
  12. Implements and documents timely interventions appropriate to patient needs.
  13. Completes all treatment in a timely manner.
  14. Is knowledgeable of all medications given, administers all medication promptly and documents appropriately. Uses the appropriate forms to document evaluation of all treatments and medications.
  15. Assesses and reassess their patient’ level of pain, providing effective treatment and the necessary education for follow-up care.
  16. Utilizes patient discharge instructions.
  17. Delegates unit work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care support activities.
  18. Coordinates team assignments and makes adjustments based upon patient and unit needs; follows up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.
  19. Utilizes the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
  20. Acts as a resource nurse for the ER/OP department.
  21. Performs other duties as signed or requested.
Job Specifications:  Education Requirements:
  1. Current Licensure in Illinois as a Registered Nurse.
  2. ACLS required
  3. PALS required.
  4. Prior critical care experience or an approved course highly preferred.
Hours: Per Requested Need (PRN)  Wage Range: $30.30 - $47.40/hour (Actual wage dependent on experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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Do you like working in emergency situations? Do you have excellent customer service skills? You are who we are looking for! APPLY TODAY! Job Summary: The Registered Nurse is a clinical practitioner wh...

Hello applicant, This is a fillable generic employment application, which is to be used if you don't see a particular job listed that you have interest in. If you wish to download a paper job application, you can find it on our website under the tab, "Careers" and "Get Application". Thank you for your interest in Memorial Hospital! Sincerely,  Human Resources, Memorial Hospital, Memorial Medical Clinics & Hancock County Senior Services and Childcare Services 1454 N. County Rd. 2050, P.O. Box 160, Carthage, IL 62321 217-357-8500 (Main hospital number, then ask to be connected to the HR Department) 217-357-8564 (Fax)  

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Full-Time
Carthage, Illinois
Posted 2 years ago

If you are a RN/LPN that wants to be a part of our 5-star team, check this out! Our wide variety of diagnoses will ensure you don’t get bored! Full time Night shift! Apply now!

Shift Full time Nights - Med/Surg. department Certificates Current licensure of Illinois as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse Current BLS Card ALS/PALS preferred. High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Description The Registered Nurse is a clinical practitioner who assesses, coordinates, implements and evaluates patient care specific to the age of the patient population served from newborn to elderly.  He/she ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner, consistent with the unit's standards of care.  He/she demonstrated performance consistent with the mission, philosophy and goals of the unit and organization; remains flexible to changing system: is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats staff, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect.  Acts as a patient advocate at all times. Wage Range: LPN: $23.10 - $31.20 (Actual wage dependent on experience) RN: $30.30 - $47.40 (Actual wage dependent on experience) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Benefits are eligible for payroll deduction.

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