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Blessing Risk Manager earns national certification

Blessing Health System Risk Manager Justin McDermott, MBA, CHES, CPHRM, has earned the prestigious Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) credential.

Adison Otten earns Registered Cardiac Sonographer credential

Serving up positivity: Food & Nutrition employee earns Honey Bee Award

The kindness served by the Blessing Hospital cafeteria staff adds a special touch to every meal. It’s that same kindness and positivity that have earned Food & Nutrition employee Darrick Mayfield the latest Honey Bee Award.

The power of showing up for others: Charla Martin receives ICARE award for Excellence

Some make an impact through a single act of service. Others make a difference every day through hundreds of small actions that help those around them succeed. For Charla Martin, that commitment to supporting others has earned her Blessing Health System's ICARE Award for Excellence.

Nursing degree led soon-to-be retiree to positions throughout the health system

After a 41-year, memory-filled career with Blessing Health System, Laurie Brink, BSN, RN, clinic registered nurse, Neurosurgery, retires on July 31.

Family moved by care, nominates Blessed Beginnings team for DAISY award

The nomination highlighted a moment in particular, after the baby’s birth, that is forever etched into the collective heart and mind of the husband and his wife. It began with a Blessed Beginnings staff member gathering information from the couple for the child’s birth certificate.

Teacher’s skill in creating exceptional experiences leads to ICARE Award

A parent of one of her students sighted Meagan’s “unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care, learning experiences and emotional support” as the reasons for submitting the nomination that earned Meagan the ICARE Award for Excellence. She received the award at a surprise presentation surrounded by her students, coworkers, family and friends on Tuesday, July 21.

Blessing security team member earns third national certification

Steve Billington, security systems coordinator, Blessing Hospital, has earned a credential focused on the secure implementation, management, and assessment of artificial intelligence technologies.

Critical thinking and commitment lead nurse through emotional situation and to DAISY Award

Just three years into her career as a registered nurse, Allison Guthrie is the proud and deserving recipient of the international DAISY award.

Honor departed loved ones at Butterfly Moments 2026

Blessing Hospice will host its Butterfly Moments community event on Sunday, August 16, at the Moorman Park Large Shelter in Quincy. Orders for butterflies must be placed by August 1.