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Woman battles sepsis twice and wins
Kayla Sargent’s life was going great in 2009. She was a new registered nurse and a new mom. Then, she had gallbladder surgery.
Singing the praises of the Radiation Oncology team – really!
Have you ever “sung someone’s praises”? You probably have, but may not be familiar with the phrase. Singing someone’s praises means to, “express enthusiastic approval or admiration of someone or something.” It does not require actual singing.
Two physicians join Illini Rural Health Clinic
Dakota Lammy, MD, and Alborz Javadzadeh, MD, have joined the medical staff of Illini Rural Health Clinic.
Medical Home
What is a Medical Home?
A “medical home” is a medical office or clinic where a team of health professionals work together to provide a new, expanded type of care to patients, focusing on prevention and wellness. Having a medical home feels like…
Blessing Health researcher earns certification
Ashley Chbeir, BSN, Clinical Research Coordinator-RN, Blessing Health, has earned the status of Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP).
Local nursing honor society chapter earns recognition at international convention
The local chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Pi Pi Chapter based at Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing & Health Sciences in Quincy, received a Chapter Key Award at the international honor society’s recent biennial convention in San Antonio, Texas.
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.
Blessing Care Coordination nurses earn certifications
Julie Cassens, RN, BSN, and Diane Lahr, RN, BSN, outpatient care coordinators, Blessing Hospital, have earned national certifications.
COVID-19 Infusion Center Offers Outpatient Treatment
The COVID Infusion Center, located inside the Blessing Walk-In Clinic, is delivering an outpatient treatment that is reducing hospitalizations and decreasing symptoms among patients diagnosed with COVID-19.