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Nurse helps family have “the talk”, earns DAISY award for it
For many people, having a talk with an elderly loved one about the possibility of their needing nursing home care can be difficult. The family of one Blessing Hospital patient found expert help in Marie Mohr, RN.
Security enhancements coming to Blessing Hospital
The number of public entrances to Blessing Hospital will be reduced effective Tuesday morning, July 17, to enhance building security.
Surgery staffer earns Honey Bee award
Adam Bailey, surgery support tech, became the hospital’s 24th Honey Bee Award winner during a surprise presentation on August 27, 2020
Quincy-based company adding jobs after securing major contract
Denman Linen Service, an institutional laundry company based in Quincy, will add more than two dozen employees to its workforce after securing a major client.
Blessing Health Hands Out Exceptional Provider Awards
The Blessing Health System Patient Experience team proudly shares the winners of the 2026 Exceptional Provider awards. These are physicians and advanced practice providers nominated by patients and staff for their skill in the areas of service, quality, patient experience, teamwork and access.
Minutes Matter: An Emergency Nurse’s Stroke Story
As a registered nurse in the Blessing Hospital Emergency Department, Kelli Terwelp has spent years caring for patients in critical moments. But what happens when a nurse finds herself on the other side of the experience?
Pandemic (and a phone call) lead nurse back to Blessing
During my first day of orientation, I could barely contain myself. Maureen Kahn, president and chief executive officer of Blessing Health System and Blessing Hospital, discussed how the health system did not lay off one employee because of the pandemic. That just blew me away. I was almost in tears. They knew it would hurt their bottom dollar. They did it anyway, without question.
Blessing opens retail pharmacy for patient convenience and compliance
Blessing Hospital has opened a retail pharmacy within the hospital to increase the chances patients will take the medication their provider has prescribed.
Illini Community Hospital honored for excellence in quality of care
The Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) recently recognized Illini Community Hospital for its ongoing commitment to exceptional quality of care, during a ceremony held November 18th at the I-Hotel and Conference Center, Champaign, IL.