Nurse practitioner providing specialized care to premature babies at Blessing Hospital

One in ten babies in the United States is born prematurely, according to the March of Dimes. Prematurity can cause problems for babies throughout their lives. Until recently, most premature babies born at Blessing Hospital were transferred to a neonatal unit in Springfield, Illinois or St. Louis, Missouri. That is changing now that Lacy Nichols, APRN, NNP, is on the job as Blessing Health’s neonatal nurse practitioner.

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How a 150-minute appointment changed a patient’s life

Understanding the proper way to take a prescription medication to get the best result can be challenging at any age. The older a person gets, however, the tougher the challenge can become. Experts say between 75% and 96% of older patients acknowledge that they frequently make mistakes with their medication.

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Mammographer Wins Who's Your Angel Award

Cathy Hummert, Mammographer, Breast Center Radiology Technologist, received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from fellow employee Carol Hulett, EVS Tech, Environmental Services. The Foundation Office presented the Who’s Your Angel award on May 1.  

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Vascular RN Wins Who's Your Angel Award

Stormy Leazer, RN-Vascular Access Team, Radiology Vascular Access, received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from fellow employee Melissa Dewitt, Unit Secretary, Gen Med/Hospitalist/ODU. The Foundation Office presented the Who’s Your Angel award on April 29.

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How one doctor helped another doctor put life back into focus

Timothy Ott overcame any hurdle he faced successfully to become a board-certified family medicine physician – including one challenge that most medical students don’t face. For most of his life, Dr. Ott’s eyes crossed in, leading to double vision that caused him to see two images of one object.

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OB nurse earns DAISY award

Sophia Bichsel, RN, Blessed Beginnings, became the 95th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY award for her extraordinary nursing care during a ceremony on April 24, 2024.

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EKG tech earns Honey Bee award

John Gallaher, EKG tech, Non-Invasive Cardiology, Blessing Hospital, earned the hospital’s 67th Honey Bee award during a surprise presentation on April 19. The Blessing Hospital Honey Bee award recognizes the exceptional service provided by support staff.

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