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Surgical nurse’s ability to connect with special needs patients earns DAISY Award
Illini Community Hospital registered nurse Lexy Ghrist says watching her best friend raise a child with Down Syndrome shaped her approach to nursing. It also led her to receive an international DAISY Award.
Blessing Health System names next CEO
The Blessing Corporate Services Board of Trustees has selected Mike Trachta as the system’s next president and chief executive officer, effective on May 1, 2026.
Man finds relief from one of the “costs” of farming
Farming is a tough business. It’s not just the weather, commodity prices, and fertilizer, feed or seed and equipment costs. As if the stress of all that wasn’t enough, the physical activities required in farming take a toll on the human body.
Behavioral therapist helps patient find hope, earns ICARE award
Terry Henry’s ability to connect with a suicidal patient led to his nomination for and receipt of an ICARE Award for Excellence.
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.
Centralized Staffing team member gets messy, earns Honey Bee award for it
Matthew Sly’s willingness to roll up his sleeves when the job calls for it earned this Centralized Staffing member Blessing Health System’s 87th Honey Bee Award.
Two Blessing Nurses Retire
Dennis Behl, RN, retired on June 16 and Michele Graham, RN, will retire on July 2 from Blessing Hospital.
Two Blessing Employees Retire
Blessing Health System employees Debbie Giesing and Terri Bugh retire on June 6, 2025, representing 36 years of service.