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Hospice nurse receives DAISY Award

Sarah Gunder, RN, Blessing Hospice, became the 48th Blessing nurse to receive the international DAISY Award during a ceremony on February 12.

5 North nurse earns DAISY Award

Matt Beaver, RN, 5 North, became the 66th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY Award during a ceremony on November 16, 2021.

DAISY Team Award Nominations

Please name the team you are nominating Please describe a specific situation or story that clearly demonstrates how this nurse made a meaningful difference in your care Please provide your…

How a stuffed bear changed my life, and helps me make a difference in the lives of others

My husband was in hospice care for the last 6 days of his life. After he passed away, a counselor visited with me once a month for an entire year. What a blessing that was.

Illini Community Hospital earns national 4-star rating

Illini Community Hospital recently earned a four-star rating from the National Rural Rating System (NRRS), a program recognizing excellence in rural healthcare.

Music as Medicine: David Barton Receives Blessing Honey Bee Award

David Barton’s compassion created a moment they will never forget, earning David the May 2026 Honey Bee Award.

Blessing surgical nurse earns DAISY Award

Carrie Parker, RN, One Day Surgery, Blessing Hospital, became the 24th Blessing nurse to receive the international DAISY Award. 

Cashier earns Honey Bee Award

Tammy Haggerty, cafeteria assistant, Food & Nutrition, became the 19th Blessing Hospital caregiver to receive the Honey Bee Award in a surprise presentation on Thursday, December 5.

Blessing nurse earns DAISY Award

Ben Johnson, RN, BSN, Educational Services, Blessing Hospital, became the 30th Blessing nurse to receive the international DAISY Award.

How one woman “grew” her health care team

Debbie Rose has a knack for growing things including her family over the past 50 years featuring husband Ron, sons Brent and Jaron and their wives, and five grandchildren - and her flowers. Over the past several years, Debbie has been using her skills to grow something different -  an exceptional relationship with Blessing Health System.