

Jany Recognized for Excellence in Professional Development
Memorial Hospital is proud to recognize Kristina Jany, RN, for earning the Nurse Lead III (Expert) designation through the hospital’s Professional Practice Development Program. This recognition honors nurses who demonstrate a high level of professional growth, leadership, continued learning, and commitment to excellent patient care.
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Williams Completes RN Residency Program at Memorial Hospital
Memorial Hospital is proud to celebrate Alyssa Williams, RN, on completing the hospital’s 18-week Nurse Residency Program, where she gained experience caring for patients in both the Medical-Surgical Unit and Emergency Room.
May 272 min read


Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab Center Staff Attend Conference and Bring Back New Training
By applying what they learned at the conference, the team continues to uphold Memorial Hospital’s value of Excellence committing to ongoing education, embracing innovation, and taking pride in providing the best possible care for their patients.
May 202 min read


Jerkatis Named Medical Explorers Scholarship Winner
Memorial Hospital is proud to announce that Kaila Jerkatis, a senior at Gibault High School, has been named the 2026 recipient of the Memorial Hospital Medical Explorers Scholarship.
May 192 min read


Physician Spotlight: Getting to Know Dr. Monica Lukose
At Memorial Hospital's Rural Health Clinics, we believe great healthcare begins with trust, connection, and compassion. We sat down with Dr. Monica Lukose, M.D., to learn more about what inspires her work and what patients can expect when they choose her as their family doctor. See what she has to say.
May 183 min read


Memorial Hospital Opens Applications for Healthcare Scholarships
Memorial Hospital in Chester, IL is currently accepting applications through June 1, 2026 for nursing and healthcare career scholarships. Awards range from $1,000-$8,000.
May 122 min read


DAISY Awards Presented for First Half of 2026
On May 8, 2026, Memorial Hospital of Chester held its DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses recognition ceremony. Nominees for the first half of 2026 were presented with a pin and certificate. The nominees included Brittany Casarez, RN and Rebekah Luthy, BSN, RN from Memorial Hospital, and Robin Bixby, LPN and Molly Ebers, LPN from the Rural Health Clinics.
May 114 min read


Welcome New Convenient Care Provider
Memorial Hospital is proud to welcome Physician Assistant Jennifer Sanders, DMSc, PA-C, to our Convenient Care walk-in clinic. She is excited to work in the clinical setting again and looks forward to seeing patients in convenient care when she is available outside of her academic role.
May 61 min read


Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab Center Adds New Exercise Equipment Thanks to Auxiliary Donation
“We are incredibly grateful to the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary for their continued commitment to advancing patient care,” said Sara Harris, RN, CPRC Nurse Manager. “This donation gives our team advanced tools to deliver safer, more effective rehabilitation.”
Apr 282 min read


New Certification Brings Advanced Parkinson’s Speech Therapy to Memorial Hospital
Isabel Carron, CCC-SLP is bringing an advanced level of care to the local community, offering a valuable service for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease who may struggle to be heard and understood. Clear communication plays a vital role in maintaining independence, relationships, and overall quality of life, and this specialized training helps ensure patients receive targeted, effective support close to home.
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