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Blessing welcomes new chief nursing officer
Brigid K. Toyne-Barfoot, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, has joined Blessing Health System as chief nursing officer. She replaces Tim Tranor, DNP, MBA, RN, who assumed the position of executive vice president/chief operating officer after having served as Blessing’s CNO since 2015.
How a nasal spray is saving lives
Blessing Outpatient Behavioral Health Services has been offering a new therapy with a medication called Spravato, a nasal spray used to treat depression.
New urology treatment for men now available locally
Men living with an enlarged prostate have a new treatment option available at Blessing Hospital. Urologist Dr. Bradley Holland has successfully completed the first Aquablation® therapy that treats the condition and results in fewer side effects than previously available.
Chaplain’s skill in meeting the needs of patient and staff earn him Honey Bee award
Chaplain Elliott Barrowclough’s ability to meet the needs of his fellow man – no matter if they are patients or providers – earned him Blessing’s 89th Honey Bee Award.
Blessing offers free colorectal cancer screening kits in March
In recognition of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Blessing Health is providing free, take-home colorectal cancer screening kits to the public at locations in west central Illinois and northeast Missouri. The kits are available beginning Monday, March 2 and while supplies last.
Patient and nurse connect on a spiritual level, leading to DAISY award
Stormy Leazer, RN, and a patient she cared for believed a higher power brought them together. This exceptional bond led to Stormy receiving Blessing’s 118th DAISY award.
Blessing leader earns national leadership recognition
Britni Skirvin, MBA, administrative director, Ancillary Services, Pharmacy, and Supply Chain, Blessing Health System, recently became a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), the nation’s leading professional society for healthcare leaders.
Blessing Health System names next CEO
The Blessing Corporate Services Board of Trustees has selected Mike Trachta as the system’s next president and chief executive officer, effective on May 1, 2026.
“I was mad at the world”: How one woman faced colorectal cancer
Kim’s health took an unexpected and frightening turn in 2023. She says her colorectal cancer diagnosis "snuck up" on her.
Blessing's longest-serving employee on record retires after 53 years
The longest serving employee on record at Blessing Hospital, Ann St. Clair, BSN, RN, CAPA, retires on March 20 after 53 years of service.