ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Elwood-St. Joseph

04/09/2026

Therapy is at the heart of the healing that occurs within our hospital walls.

Occupational Therapy Month in April is a time to recognize and celebrate our gifted Occupational Therapists and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants: Tricia Worsham Kempke, Kendra Oldridge, Brennen Gregory, Flor Daniela Brown, and Anastasia Keith.

These practitioners may never fully know the number of lives they have impacted or the independence, confidence, and joy they have helped restore through their hard work and healing hands.

04/08/2026

Are you a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant ready for the next step in your career? ClearSky Elwood–St. Joseph is growing, and we’re excited to welcome new team members who share our passion for transforming the lives of individuals living with disabling injuries and illnesses.

At ClearSky Health, we’re committed to supporting our clinicians so they can do what they do best—care for patients. We offer no productivity tracking, allowing you to focus on quality care rather than quotas. Eligible full-time positions may qualify for generous sign-on bonuses of up to $20,000, along with excellent PTO accrual, a 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment assistance, and free CEUs. Our comprehensive benefits package also includes medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability insurance, as well as an HSA with generous employer contributions—and that’s just the beginning.

With new hospitals opening across the country, ClearSky Health offers endless opportunities for career growth and advancement. Interested in learning more? Reach out to Vanessa at vfreer@clearskyhealth.com or click the link below to apply today!

At ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Elwood-St. Joseph, we’re dedicated to healing and transforming the lives of individuals living with disabling injuries or illnesses.

04/06/2026

Occupational therapists at our hospital help people return to everyday activities that are important to them after injuries or illnesses. Our occupational therapists focus on rebuilding the physical and cognitive skills needed to safely and confidently manage daily tasks.

Cooking is a daily activity that an occupational therapist may address, working on strength, coordination, and hand control for tasks like chopping, stirring, and using kitchen tools. They also may introduce adaptive equipment to make tasks safer and easier, while supporting skills such as planning, sequencing, and following a recipe. Therapy often takes place in activity-of-daily-living room, designed to emulate home conditions so patients can practice skills in a realistic, familiar environment.

By breaking activities into manageable steps and making simple changes to the environment, occupational therapy helps people regain confidence and independence in meaningful daily routines.

03/30/2026

On National Doctors’ Day, we honor the physicians, from physiatrists to internists and specialists, whose dedication, knowledge, and compassion help our patients regain strength, independence, and confidence.

03/24/2026

ClearSky Health of Elwood-St. Joseph is hiring a Full Time Respiratory Therapist!

If you or someone you know is a licensed respiratory therapist in the state of Kansas looking for a great opportunity to be part of a growing and thriving hospital network, click the link below to apply today.

https://clearskyhealth.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CSH/job/Elwood-KS/Respiratory-Therapist----Full-Time_R6882

ClearSky Health is a premier rehabilitative care provider—maintaining some of the highest patient satisfaction scores in the industry—with many locations having received national recognition for excellence in quality and outcomes.

Though what truly sets us apart is how we invest in our people. Not only do we offer competitive compensation and generous benefits (to include but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life/disability/accident insurance, amazing PTO accrual, 401k + company match, and so much more)—but we also support our staff with the resources and tools they need to grow, lead, and thrive.

With advantageous career advancement programs in place, tuition reimbursement/student loan repayment assistance, and bonus opportunities—we are confident that this is the next best step in your career. There's no telling how far you can grow with ClearSky Health. The sky is the limit!

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. The Respiratory Therapist evaluates and treats p...

03/23/2026

What happens when a brain injury occurs? When the brain is injured, swelling can cause it to take up more space inside the skull, increasing pressure. This can lead to bruising or blood clots, and in some cases, blocked cerebrospinal fluid, causing the brain’s spaces to expand.

Increased intracranial pressure is a major concern, as it can prevent blood from reaching brain tissue, leading to further damage. A traumatic brain injury also can disrupt the brain’s chemical balance, affecting how neurons communicate. This can result in changes to thinking, behavior, and overall brain function, though recovery often happens as the brain stabilizes.

These changes can lead to confusion or agitation. In severe cases, brain injury may cause issues with speech, vision, or muscle strength.

03/20/2026

Happy first day of Spring!

Next Tuesday, we will be joining our friends at the Hunger Coalition for the Empty Bowls event at Word of Life Church. This fantastic gathering features a friendly soup competition that raises money to combat hunger and food insecurity in our communities.

Danna Taylor-Dryer is already bragging up her own soup… so, restaurant owners, bring your best! We’ll see you there.

03/17/2026

We have a few open beds on this frigid Saint Patrick’s morning! If you know anyone who is hospitalized or at home and may qualify for and benefit from inpatient hospital rehabilitation, refer them our way.

Our team of mobile Registered Nurses can evaluate patients right at the bedside or in their homes.

03/16/2026

We joined the 40th Annual St. Joseph Saint Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday. What a fantastic city turnout to support the Ancient Order of Hibernians and celebrate local Irish heritage!

(Photo credit for two images: local photographer John Bachman)

03/16/2026

Healthcare HR Week honors human resources professionals in healthcare organizations nationwide, recognizing their essential contributions across the entire continuum of care. Join us in honoring HR professionals throughout ClearSky Health.

03/14/2026

Today, we celebrated 3 years of bringing the healing expertise of inpatient rehabilitative medicine to Elwood, Kansas, and the surrounding communities! A big thank-you to Danna and her crew for the SOUPerstar employee lunch.

03/11/2026

National Nutrition Month begins on March 1st with the theme "Discover the Power of Nutrition." This campaign encourages people to explore balanced, varied, and realistic food choices, try new recipes, and incorporate nutrient-dense foods into their daily meals.

Today is Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Day. Ours—pictured below from left to right: Sheri Sullivan, Regan Tripp, and Merri Leach—are THE BEST! Nutrition, the foundation for healing, is essential in our patients' recovery, and we rely on the guidance of these experts.