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Blessing Care Coordination nurses earn certifications
Julie Cassens, RN, BSN, and Diane Lahr, RN, BSN, outpatient care coordinators, Blessing Hospital, have earned national certifications.
Striking a blow against heart failure
New technology in use at Blessing will improve the quality of life of heart failure patients. The tiny device is called CardioMEMS. It is placed directly into the pulmonary artery during a non-surgical procedure and records the pressure inside the lungs.
“It measures the vibrations from blood flow within the lungs without the use of any batteries or other power supply,” explained Dr. Krause.
Canfield to assume leadership of Blessing Health
Brian Canfield, MHA, MBA, MA, FACHE will become President/Chief Executive Officer, Blessing Health, upon the October 6, 2023 retirement of Maureen Kahn.
Who's Your Angel Award - Dr. Pam Friye
CAREGIVER APPRECIATION: Dr. Pam Friye
“Dr. Friye is an amazing physician. She made me feel so valued, heard and cared for as a patient, even with all the craziness of COVID-19. She was extremely patient, kind and knowledgeable throughout the entire…
Pharmacy tech earns Honey Bee award
Kelsey Steffen, lead pharmacy tech II, retail pharmacy, earned the 71st Honey Bee award during a presentation on August 26. The Blessing Hospital Honey Bee award recognizes the exceptional service provided by support staff.
Who's Your Angel Award - Jessica
CAREGIVER APPRECIATION: Jessica
In late April, 2021, Jessica Bliven had recently moved into a new home and was working in her garage when she heard a loud scream. Jessica's new home backed up directly to a lake, as did the other homes in the…
New technology brings advanced accuracy to treatment of a common and growing pain
Blessing Health orthopedic surgeon Dr. Darr Leutz is using new technology to replace worn out knees. He is very excited about the results it is delivering for his patients.
Services
Pediatric specialists at Blessing provide a range of healthcare services, including newborn care and immunizations, for newborns, children and teens.Whether your child needs care for a sudden illness or chronic condition or simply needs a checkup,…
Tamara Scott, RN, received Who's Your Angel Award
Tamara Scott, Care Coordination, RN Inpatient Clinical Care Coordinator, received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from fellow Blessing Hospital employee Carrie Altobelli, Critical Care/PCU, RN. The Blessing Foundation presented the Who’s Your Angel award on June 3.