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Several medical facilities throughout the Carle Health system received Get With The Guidelines® designations for ensuring stroke patients receive treatment according to highest quality standards. The Carle Health adherence to GWTG means strict quality achievement measures were met in the diagnosis and treatment of stroke. This includes proper medication and treatment, reducing mortality rates, quick recovery and limiting disability because of stroke. “This recognition means that we meet strict quality measures in diagnosing and treating stroke. When patients come to Carle Heath for care, they can be confident that we're dedicated to providing them with the best possible outcomes." -Kristin Pritts, Director of Quality, Carle Foundation Hospital Carle Foundation Hospital (CFH) is the only Comprehensive Stroke Center in Central Illinois, featuring a comprehensive system for rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients admitted to the emergency department. Carle BroMenn Medical Center (CBMC) and Carle Health Methodist Hospital (CHMH) are both Primary Stroke Centers and, like CFH, offer an inpatient rehabilitation unit for patients recovering from a stroke, or other illness or injury. Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center, Carle Eureka Hospital, Carle Richland Memorial Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital and Carle Health Pekin Hospital are Acute Stroke Ready Hospitals. Teams at each location are ready to begin stroke care and transfer patients to a higher level of care as needed. For the full story on Carle's award-winning stroke care across central and southern Illinois visit our Newsroom. https://lnkd.in/gRCuhaYH

Bettianne Atkins, BSN, Behavioral Health at Carle BroMenn Medical Center, believes in treating patients how she’d want her own family members treated. Compassionate care and workplace community. Find it at Carle Health. https://lnkd.in/gTkBjirc

“We must be good listeners. It is a learning process for mom and baby.” -Keli Sidebottom, RN, Mother-Baby Unit, Carle BroMenn Medical Center Knowing if a newborn is getting enough milk often comes down to trusting the baby’s instincts and a few other signs. International Board Certified Lactation Consultants are available at Carle Health to guide mothers through the highs and lows of nursing for a more fulfilling experience. More from the certified lactation experts at Carle Health: https://lnkd.in/gnRnPBef

Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Physician Group, Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center are proud and honored to become only the seventh healthcare organization nationwide to receive Magnet 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘋𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 Recognition® – the nation’s highest honor for nursing and organizational excellence. “This Distinction is an incredible validation of the outstanding team at Carle Health and their unwavering dedication to our patients,” -- Elizabeth Angelo, DNP, Carle Foundation Hospital president and chief nursing executive officer said. Find out more about how Magnet designation demonstrates and validates commitment to excellence: https://lnkd.in/gwHXYwRp

The grief journey is easier when you’re walking beside someone. Carle Health Hospice has two, free camps this fall for children and teens who have experienced the death of a loved one. Registration is open for campers and volunteers. ♥ Kourage Kids Camp - Sept. 21 at Camp Manitoumi in Lowpoint ♥ Camp Healing Heart - Oct. 5 at 4H Memorial Camp at Allerton Park, Monticello Read this article to learn how the camps have helped children and volunteers, or how to register for the camps: https://lnkd.in/gHQj_mMb

What stuck with Marlie was the pale color of the patient she was transporting. She knew the patient was in immediate danger and acted on her instinct. And because of her quick response, she helped save a life. Congrats to Marlie Ward, patient transporter at Carle Foundation Hospital, recipient of the first Biannual Patient Safety Award at Carle Health.👏👏

For Olivia Marvel, the idea and goal of becoming a nurse started when she was a patient at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital, where she now works. Read about Olivia's journey from patient, to housekeeping attendant, to certified nursing assistant, and what might be next: https://lnkd.in/gTpCk4pC

A new teal-blue Behavioral Health van is hitting the streets of Vermilion County. 🚐🩺 Carle Health's 'Recovery is for Everyone' van will make it's debut on Aug. 17 at Heavenly Square Grocery (1419 N. Bowman Ave., in Danville). The van is planned to start out with appearances at community events, before eventually bringing services directly into neighborhoods that need it most. The ‘Recovery is for Everyone’ van is designed to give those who need help a new way to connect with an expert for information and resources for themselves or a loved one struggling with substance misuse or in need of mental healthcare. Find out at https://lnkd.in/gZVWp4qN

From the hundreds of patients who participated in clinical studies, to the clinicians who helped researchers refine technology with real-world comparisons, Carle is proud to join other healthcare partners in commitment to research and technology advancements for cancer patients here at home and around the globe. 👏

"I have found my career home at Carle Health BroMenn and I am excited about my future. When I first started the staff welcomed me with open arms. I feel that we collaborate well as a team to effectively take care of our patients." Join our amazing hard working #CarleHealth nursing team: https://lnkd.in/g48mrPgP