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Family drew Katie Couch to Illini, family keeps her at Illini

Katie Couch, RN, VA-BC, says she did not find a career in nursing. It found her. “When I was a child in Beardstown, probably around 6 or 7 years old, I was a nurse for Halloween,” she said. “I guess the profession chose me.”

Blessing Breast Center is first in tri-states to offer new, more comfortable mammogram with 3D imaging service

The newly acquired SmartCurve™ breast stabilization system improves patient comfort without compromising image quality. The technology has the potential to assist women who have reported avoiding regular mammograms due in large part to the fear of discomfort associated with breast compression.

Seeing pink (and green)

Peters Heating and Air Conditioning brought a much-needed splash of color to a gray October day.

MyChart

Blessing Health is excited to transition to MyChart, a powerful patient portal that will enhance your healthcare experience.Stay Connected With Your Health CareWith MyChart at Blessing Health, you can easily :Man­age appointmentsCom­mu­ni­cate…

Community comes together for cancer patients

One woman’s idea - and the power of the internet - is bringing smiles and a few tears to the faces of Illini Community Hospital cancer patients.

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…

Helpful Links

Those looking for additional resources involving Illinois Medicaid, Missouri Medicaid, Marketplace Enrollment, or Medicare can click any of the links below.Illinois MedicaidMissouri MedicaidHealth Insurance MarketplaceMedicareMedicare and YouContact…

Long-time ICU nurse earns two nominations and a DAISY award

Michelle Summy, RN, intensive care unit, became Blessing Hospital’s 107th DAISY award winner during a ceremony on April 17, 2025, for her extraordinary nursing care. She has been an ICU nurse for 37 years and received two nominations leading to her award.

Blessing nurse educator retires

Helen Zimmerman, BSN, RN, NPD-BC, Nursing Professional Development, Blessing Hospital, retired on July 1 after 29 years of service.

Secretary’s commitment to others makes her an ICARE award winner

Kristi Primm’s coworkers recognize her commitment to them and to their patients and that is why she was nominated for the ICARE Award for Compassion.