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| Company Name: |
Carle Health |
| Location: |
West Peoria, IL |
| Position Type: |
Full Time |
| Post Date: |
01/19/2026 |
| Expire Date: |
03/20/2026 |
| Job Categories: |
Administrative and Support Services, Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Other, Healthcare, Practitioner and Technician, Information Technology, Internet/E-Commerce, Law Enforcement, and Security, Quality Control, Research & Development, Medical, Web Technology |
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LPN - Adolescent Behavioral Health - (Young Minds)
Overview $2,500 sign on bonus with 1 or more years' experience. - External Applicants Only. $1,000 sign on bonus with no experience (new grad) – External Applicants Only. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, contributes professional nursing knowledge and skills in the provision and management of care to patients through the application of the nursing process. Qualifications EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS College Diploma in Graduate of an accredited technical school in the field of licensed practical nursing. CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Current licensure in good standing as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Illinois. upon hire and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI Training) If hired after August 1, 2019, within 3 months. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Experience specific to patient population SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Basic computer knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and web browser. Multicultural sensitivity. Critical thinking skills using independent judgement in making decisions. Responsibilities Under the supervision of an RN, assesses patient's status through interview, observation and physical assessment of actual problems and outcomes Assists the RN in the development of an individualized plan of care using a collaborative approach with the patient/family and health care team. Uses appropriate interventions identified in the plan of care to achieve expected patient outcomes Systematically evaluates and documents patient's progress toward expected outcomes/goals on an ongoing basis throughout the shift Modifies plan of care based on evaluation Completes required documentation as appropriate, including patient chart and event reports Demonstrates professional accountability for own practice as evidenced through seeking resources and continuing self-development Demonstrates technical knowledge of equipment and troubleshoots when problems arise Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in evidence-based nursing practice Promotes the professional development of self and team members Shares clinical knowledge through informal teaching and in response to the learning needs of others. Analyzes clinical situations in a systematic way and acts to obtain resources or correct problems to meet or exceed expected outcomes or patient needs Recognizes need for assistance and utilizes resources, including physician and nurse to nurse (UAT) consultation in a timely manner Demonstrates ownership and persistence to ensure problem is resolved in best way possible. Able to assume assignment of non-complex and some complex patient management with some turnover in assignment Consistently prioritizes work based on changes in patient condition, changes in assignment and unanticipated interruptions Identifies and utilizes team resources to solve identified problems or needs Collaborates with the health care team in the organization of tasks and activities for the patient's care from admission to discharge according to the plan of care and to meet identified expected outcomes Works with other team members in delegating tasks and activities appropriately Provides goal-focused shift report Advocates with physicians on patient's behalf when necessary Utilizes communication and teamwork strategies aimed at promoting high team performance and achieving optimal patient outcomes and unit productivity Chooses an appropriate and meaningful communication style when interacting with others; gives and accepts constructive feedback to/from peers. Adapts teaching strategies based on patient's response, readiness to learn and level of comprehension Takes cultural, age-specific, gender, and developmental factors into consideration when teaching patients about procedures, illness, hospital experience, etc. Ensures patient safety in the hospital environment by following policy/procedures and adhering to National Patient Safety Goals Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education Utilizes SVI patient education system and other resources for patients and family members Assures that the care provided is consistent with standards of care, evidence-based practices, national patient safety goals, core measures and other quality initiatives undertaken by the unit/hospital Works with interdisciplinary team in identifying opportunities for improvement in patient care and patient/family satisfaction Actively promotes and achieves customer satisfaction (patient, family, departments, physicians) Participates in the implementation of Performance Improvement initiatives Promptly and efficiently follows up on patient/family requests/needs - anticipates patient/family needs Encourages coworkers in achieving excellent customer satisfaction; utilizes organizational About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all here at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,500 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses and is recognized as a Great Place to Work®. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital and Carle Health Pekin Hospital hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. 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: human.resources@carle.com.
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| Company Name: |
Carle Health |
| Website: | https://careers.carlehealth.org/jobs/6933?lang=en-us |
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