Memorial Hospital Chester

12/04/2025

The Memorial Hospital STRIVE Team would like to thank our generous employees who collectively donated $705 for the Chester Food Pantry in November.

The STRIVE Team organized a competitive donation event that awarded the department with the highest giving percentage a prize. Our Materials Management/Environmental Services Department was the team with the highest contribution per staff.

Every dollar given helps feed and support our local community and we thank the Memorial Hospital Staff for their kindness and caring.

Amanda Rhyne, RHC Administrative Assistant, and STRIVE Team member delivered the donation to Kathy Albrecht, Food Pantry Volunteer.

♥️

12/04/2025

NOW HIRING: Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) — Convenient Care

Join our award‑winning 5‑Star hospital as a CMA or RMA. Day shift (Mon–Fri as needed) with rotating Saturdays.
Front‑desk energy plus hands‑on clinical work.

Why apply
Variety: reception + vitals, phlebotomy, meds, patient education.
Perks: earn ILP hours, retirement options, and discounted hospital services.
Impact: fast pace, real patient care, team-focused environment.

Ready to level up your healthcare career? Apply now at www.mhchester.com/nursing

Memorial Hospital is hiring nurses of all levels, CNA, LPN, RN. Ask use about our paid Nurse Intern Program. Take your career to the next level, working for a 5-star patient rated hospital.

12/04/2025

Happy Workiversary to our December employees! Thank you for your continued service to Memorial and our community.

12/03/2025

Wellness Wednesday: Shingles (Shingrix)
Protect yourself from painful shingles and the long-lasting nerve pain that can follow.

Protects Against: Herpes zoster (shingles) and post-herpetic neuralgia
Who Should Receive: All adults 50 and older
How Often: Two doses, 2–6 months apart
Important Notes: Highly effective; side effects include arm soreness and mild fatigue in 1–2 days after each dose

Memorial Community Pharmacy
Walk-ins welcome, appointments recommended | Mon–Fri: 7 AM–5:30 PM
📞 618-826-6134

📍 Memorial Rural Health Clinics (Chester & Steeleville)
Appointments required
📞 618-826-2388

🔗 More info at www.mhchester.com

12/03/2025

Meet Wesley Howell, PA-C, your trusted urology specialist at Memorial Hospital’s Specialty Clinic. From kidney health to urinary concerns, Wesley provides expert, compassionate care.

Wesley sees established patients with collaborating physicians from SIH at Memorial Hospital’s Specialty Clinic on Wednesdays. Talk to your primary care provider for a referral!

12/02/2025

🛑 GET YOUR SHOT 🛑
Protect yourself. Protect your people. Vaccines, including flu shots, shingles, RSV, and more, are available at Memorial Hospital’s Rural Health Clinics or the Memorial Community Pharmacy!

💉 Memorial Community Pharmacy
• Appointments Recommended, Walk-ins Welcome
• Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
📞 Call 618-826-6134

🏥 Rural Health Clinics
• Appointments required
📞 Call 618-826-2388

• Chester Clinic:
Mon/Wed/Fri: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Tues/Thurs: 7:00 AM–4:30 PM

• Steeleville Family Practice:
Mon–Fri: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

🔗 Learn more at www.mhchester.com
Let’s keep Randolph County strong, one shot at a time.

12/02/2025

Memorial Hospital's Specialty Clinic brings specialty doctors and providers to you so you don't have to travel away from home for exceptional, compassionate care. Ask your primary care provider for a referral to one of Memorial Hospital's Specialists.

Learn more about our team of healthcare providers here: https://www.mhchester.com/providers
Note: Some scheduled clinics may be changed throughout the month.

12/02/2025

Happy December 1st! This month is already bringing winter weather from the Midwest to the Northeast. Prepare for winter storms now—add items to your emergency kit such as warm clothes, blankets, and a shovel. Prepare your home by adding insulation, caulking, and weather stripping.

12/01/2025

Rediscover energy and confidence after heart or lung issues with personalized rehab at Memorial Hospital’s Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab Center. Local care, big results.

Learn more: www.mhchester.com/cprehab

12/01/2025

Christmas goodies have arrived in Memorial Hospital Auxiliary & Gift Shop! Stop in Monday-Friday 10am-2pm to check it out!

12/01/2025

Each year, we are overwhelmed with the support from the community which our Memorial Hospital Auxiliary receives. We are grateful for the many volunteers who work so hard throughout the year to raise funds for these wonderful items.

Learn how you can contribute to the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary's Tree of Remembrance Campaign below.

This holiday season, your generosity can help someone take their next step, literally.

Through the Tree of Remembrance Campaign, your donation supports the purchase of a SciFit Pro2 Total Body Exerciser for our Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab Center, a powerful tool that helps patients regain strength and independence.

We’re also raising funds for new wheelchairs to improve patient transport throughout Memorial Hospital.
Every gift, big or small, makes a difference. Every name honored is a story remembered.

💚 Donate or dedicate in memory of a loved one: square.link/u/Cs4OEjqm
📬 Or mail to: Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, ATTN: Tree of Remembrance, 1900 State Street, Chester, IL 62233

12/01/2025

Snow is expected over the area into tonight with two narrow bands expected to bring locally moderate to heavy snow to parts Missouri and Illinois. Hazardous travel is possible this afternoon and this evening so stay up to date at weather.gov.