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Donate Life - Tara Frank
Tara Frank, RNIn 1972, my second oldest brother was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis, a genetic disorder that affects the lungs and digestive system. My parents were initially told he would maybe live to be 5 years old. Fast forward to 2025 and…
ICU nurse earns DAISY award
Kaitlin Hubbert, RN, Intensive Care Unit, became the 89th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY award during a ceremony on October 10, 2023.
Patient Access team member earns ICARE award
Patient-staff connections are not just made at the bedside. Just ask Jim Bearden, representative, Patient Access. He received the ICARE Compassion award during a ceremony on December 19, 2024.
Blessing Care Coordination department earns maximum national accreditation
Blessing Health System’s Care Coordination Department has earned the maximum three-year Case Management Accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).
Lab staffer’s support of team member earns ICARE award
Jeg Gonzalez’s support of a new coworker led to hm receiving the ICARE Award for Excellence.
Illini Child Care Center to close
Due to challenges in recruiting qualified early learning teachers and other staff, along with the overall cost of administering and maintaining the center, Illini Community Hospital has made the difficult decision to close its child care center permanently as of February 28, 2025.
PCU nurse earns DAISY Award
Nick Kelley, RN, Progressive Care Unit, became the 102nd Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY award during a ceremony on November 21, 2024, for his extraordinary nursing care.
Who's Your Angel Award - Dr. Mary Kussman
CAREGIVER APPRECIATION: Dr. Mary Kussman
Dr. Mary Kussman provided wonderful care to me when I needed it the most. After giving birth to my first child, I got a spinal headache, which made it very difficult to care for my baby. Dr. Kussman…
Two Blessing Nurses Retire
Two long time Blessing Hospital employees are celebrating their retirement.