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Nurse Residency Program

Angie Buss, BSN, RN, worked on the Blessing Hospital Progressive Care Unit for four months before her experience with the Blessing Hospital Nurse Residency Program began.It was a challenging four months."With the daily responsibilities of a bedside…

Blessing hosts first Medicare Advantage open house on Oct. 15

The first of eight open-house-style informational sessions on Medicare Advantage plan changes at Blessing Health System takes place Tuesday, October 15, at the Blessing Resource Center, 420 N. 34th Street, Quincy

Blessing rehabilitation nurse retires

Melinda Heindselman, BSN, RN, Rehabilitation Services, Blessing Hospital, retires August 15 after 34 years of service. She began her career as a certified nurse assistant (CNA) in 1980, joining Blessing Hospital and its Skilled Nursing Unit (SNU) staff in 1990.

Illini Community Hospital Open As Warming Center

Illini Community Hospital will be open as a public warming center during this week’s expected forecast of extremely cold temperatures.

Blessing surgical nurse earns DAISY award

Amanda Mixer, RN, Surgical Services/Recovery, Blessing Hospital, became the 35th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY Award.

Nursing is a tradition for this Illini Community Hospital family

While the Smith family shares a last name that is considered common, that’s where the ordinary ends in their lives.

Noncancerous Breast Tumors

It is not uncommon to feel a lump or something unusual in your breast when you are doing a self-exam. The majority of these breast changes are benign, which means they are not related to cancer. Noncancerous Breast Tumors …

Cardiovascular Unit

The cardiovascular unit (CVU) at Blessing is a specialized care unit for the unique medical needs of patients recovering from heart surgery, vascular surgery or heart attack. Cardiovascular Unit Patients…

New graduate receives DAISY Award

Compassion in action: Nancy Swartz receives Honey Bee Award

For those who cross her path, Nancy Swartz is more than a nurse. She is a steady source of kindness, reassurance, and heartfelt support. These traits have earned her Blessing's Honey Bee Award.