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Heart nurse earns latest DAISY award

Ashley Bilgri, RN, Cardiovascular Unit, became the 71st Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY Award during a ceremony on April 25, 2022.

Illini nurse saves a life and has a pin - and grateful patient - to prove it

Ashley Holland is the first Illini nurse to receive a Blessing Health System “Stroke Recognition Pin” for her role in saving the life of 78-year-old Linda Smith of Pittsfield.

Oh baby, how things have changed and how nurses are responding

Giving birth has changed over the years. New techniques and options allow families to be more involved with their care and plan their own experience. But not all recent changes have been as positive.

RECEPTIONIST - OFFICE FAMILY MEDICINE-9TH

STARTING RATE WITHOUT EXPERIENCE: $15.30 JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for representing the organization in a courteous and efficient manner by demonstrating professional conduct and a positive attitude. This position will maintain…

Donate Life - Charla Martin

Donate Life - Charla Martin's Story Jill was 2 years younger than me all though elementary, middle & high school in northeast Missouri.  We knew each other, but weren’t really friends.  As adults, Jill was what I would call an…

Behavioral Health Services

Coping with life's challenges can bring about feelings of stress, anxiety and sometimes depression. When those feelings become severe or disrupt your normal functions, mental health experts at Blessing can provide treatment. Behavioral Health…

Where do the best go when they need care?

Shon Stark is a winner. “I always try to be the best at everything I do,” the 18-year-old said.

Respiratory Therapist comforts dying patient; earns award for her compassion

Valerie Pryor, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Blessing Hospital, became the hospital’s 26th Honey Bee Award winner during a surprise presentation on October 22, 2020.

People get over sore throats, don’t they?

Dale and Sherri King thought so until late June 2023 when Dale developed a sore throat. He was diagnosed with strep throat and took a 10-day course of antibiotics. They did not help.

Advance Directives

What is an advance directive? It is a document that you complete to be used in a situation when you can’t speak for yourself and make your own decisions regarding the healthcare you want.  An Advance Directive can do two things: (1) name…