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Illini Community Hospital seems to have the secret to success for RN recruitment

The Illini Community Hospital RN pipeline is primed and pumping. The nursing staff consists of no less than 13 registered nurses, Pike County natives, who have professionally “grown up” in the hospital.

Nursing Shared Governance Councils

Blessing Health System’s shared governance structure provides meaningful opportunities for staff to share their voices, shape practice, and influence positive change across the organization. These councils empower team members to participate…

Bariatric Education - Nutrition Class 1 Quiz

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Cardiologist retires after 43 years at Hannibal Clinic

Richard Ha, MD, cardiologist, Hannibal Clinic, retired July 15 after 43 years of providing patient care.

Donor Stories - Abbie Hochgraber

When I turned 16, I was able to make an informed consent that if something tragic were to happen to me, I would want to live on through others. At such a young age, I knew that this could impact someone in a significant way. As the years went on, I…

Hospice Team presented Who's Your Angel Award

Hospice staff members, Matt Hanlin, RN, Sarah Thornton, RN, Joanne Obert, CNA, and Ariel Mehochko, CNA, received Who’s Your Angel awards presented by the Blessing Foundation on March 23, 2022.

Should You Consider Bariatric Surgery

Perhaps you’ve tried every diet and exercise routine under the sun. And yet. The weight just doesn’t want to budge. If you feel like you’re stuck in an endless cycle of dieting, then regaining the weight, you may be considering bariatric surgery. …

Teacher’s willingness to find a way to connect with struggling students earns ICARE Award

Derek Wells’ commitment to the success of every one of his Emergency Medical Services (EMS) students recently earned him the ICARE Award for Compassion.

Chicago-area man’s heart leads him to Blessing

Among the questions most people have about their favorite doctor is, “are they in-network for my health insurance?”