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Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day: Brady's Story
In honor of World Down Syndrome Day, we share the story of Brady Neisen of Fowler, Illinois and his family. The date for World Down Syndrome Day being the 21st day of the 3rd month, was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome.
Blessing Career Care Program
“My managers have told me I have grown so much,” said Diana Weatherford, BSN, RN, Open Heart Surgery and Career Care participant (pictured above).
The goal of Career Care is to continue to promote high-quality nursing care by providing…
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Visiting restrictions in place at Blessing and Illini hospitals due to flu
The visiting restrictions are in compliance with the recommendation of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) when flu cases reach a “regional level.” IDPH has declared a regional level flu outbreak in its Peoria Region, of which Blessing Hospital is included.
Quincy businessman joins Blessing Foundation board
Will Spear, Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, has joined The Blessing Foundation Board of Trustees, replacing the late Harry “Bo” Eaton.
Illini nurse receives international award
Emily Hill, RN, Illini Rural Health Clinic, became the latest Illini nurse to receive the international DAISY award for her extraordinary nursing care. Nurses can be nominated for the award by patients or their family members, providers or other coworkers.
PCU RN earns DAISY award
Kalli Goewey, RN, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), became the 85th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY award.
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.
Chief Operating Officer joins Blessing Health System
Brian Canfield, MHA, MBA, MA, has joined Blessing Health System as Chief Operating Officer (COO). He joins Blessing after nine years as COO at Firsthealth of The Carolinas and Moore Regional Hospital, Pinehurst, North Carolina, where he was responsible for three acute care hospitals totaling 509 beds, a critical access hospital, and a staff of 4,500 employees and 950 volunteers.