SSM Health Illinois

03/29/2026

At SSM Health, Formation isn’t a program—it’s a lived practice that shapes how we lead, serve, and show up for one another. By grounding our work in reflection, purpose, and our founding values, we strengthen not only our teams but the healing experience we offer every patient.

In a fast‑paced health care environment, taking time to reconnect with our mission isn’t a luxury; it’s essential. Formation helps us pause, listen deeply, and act with intention—ensuring our decisions reflect compassion, dignity, and the common good.

Read more about how we’re carrying this legacy forward:

A practice known as ‘formation’ helps employees deepen their connection to our mission

03/29/2026

Join us in celebrating our Q4 2025 Patient Experience Award Winners! Thank you for making every patient feel seen, heard, and cared for. 🥳 🎉

Each quarter, this award recognizes inpatient and outpatient departments that patients say they are most likely to recommend, as reflected in feedback from patient surveys. This honor celebrates teams who consistently deliver compassionate, high‑quality care right here in Southern Illinois.

03/28/2026

Learn about infant safe sleep and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommendations for safe sleep practices to prevent infant suffocation and infant mortality.

Babies should sleep Alone, on their Backs in a Crib for night time, nap time, every time. This video was developed in partnership with the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services (DHSS), the Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) and the Missouri Children’s Trust Fund.

Learn about infant safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to prevent sleep related injury or death. This video was d...

03/28/2026

We’re excited to celebrate Janet Smith-Hill, our Chief People Officer, for being named one of Becker's Hospital Review Hospital and Health System CHROs and Chief People Officers to Know in 2026!

Janet’s dedication to our caregivers and her mission‑driven leadership make a meaningful difference across SSM Health every day. We’re proud to see her recognized for the impact she makes on our people and our organization.

👉 Check out the full list here:

https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-management-administration/140-hospital-and-health-system-chros-and-chief-people-officers-to-know-2026/

💙 Congratulations, Janet!

03/28/2026

Need a Department of Transportation (DOT) Physical? Our Express Clinics are available to assist you. Call ahead to help us prepare for your visit and get you in and out faster.

✅ Fast
✅ Convenient
✅ Professional care

View our Express Clinic locations: https://www.getcare.ssmhealth.com/locations

03/27/2026

🌷 Spring is here - and so are seasonal sniffles, sprains, and surprises! 🌼

As the weather warms up and we all spend more time outdoors, injuries and illnesses can pop up when you least expect them. Our Urgent Care and Express Care teams are here to help you feel better fast.

⏱️ Quick care. Skilled providers. Convenient locations.📍 Find a location near you:
https://www.getcare.ssmhealth.com/locations?search=Urgent%2BCare

03/26/2026

The SSM Health Foundation in Southern Illinois is offering the Dr. Jean M. Modert Scholarship for students pursuing a career in health care. Applicants must be either SSM Health Illinois employees or students who are nearing completion of a health care related degree. The application deadline is Friday, April 10, 2026.

For detailed eligibility and application instructions, please visit givetossmhealth.org/SOILscholarships

03/26/2026

Joint Commission’s National Performance Goal #2: Culture of Safety focuses on the role of leadership in fostering a culture where healthcare teams feel supported to speak up, report concerns, and learn from near misses and safety events.

Denise Wilson, nurse leader and System Director for Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation at SSM Health, recently joined us for a critical conversation on the new NPG and how safety culture for staff contributes to safer patient care with Ken Grubbs DNP, MBA, RN, Joint Commission’s Chief Nurse Executive and EVP, Accreditation and Certification Operations.

SSM Health’s Denise Wilson is featured in a new Joint Commission video series explaining its updated National Performance Goals and the leadership role in building a strong culture of safety.

03/25/2026

This month, we honor Sister Mary Fortunata Helmig, SSM—remembered as the “Angel of St. Mary’s.”

At just 32 years old, Sister Fortunata served on the front lines of the 1918 influenza pandemic in Madison, offering steadfast care to everyone who came through the hospital’s doors—soldiers returning from World War I, community members stricken by sudden illness, and families facing unimaginable loss.

Working alongside her fellow Sisters of St. Mary, she provided comfort, compassion, and skilled nursing at a time when the community was overwhelmed and medical resources were stretched thin. Her selfless dedication ultimately cost her life, but her courage became a symbol of hope and healing for generations to come.

Today, Sister Fortunata is honored as a vital figure in the history of SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Her legacy inspires our continued mission at SSM Health to care for all with exceptional presence and compassion.

📷: Image of Sr. Mary Fortunata Helmig provided by the Franciscan Sisters of Mary

03/25/2026

There’s still time to apply for VolunTeen 2026! Students gain real‑world experience in areas like Imaging, Respiratory, Security, Labor and Delivery, and much more.

Experience firsthand how powerful hands‑on learning inside a hospital can be. Apply by Apr 24: https://www.ssmhealth.com/locations/illinois/volunteen-program

03/24/2026

Good nutrition helps you lose and keep off excess pounds, and that helps prevent nerve damage, blood sugar fluctuations, obesity and high blood pressure – all of which put you at greater risk for foot ulcers and impairs your body’s ability to heal.

For more information about SSM Health wound care services, call 618-436-6318, Centralia location and 618-899-3710, Mt. Vernon location!

03/24/2026

💬 Your voice matters.

SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital is bringing patients together for an open, welcoming conversation about respectful care for moms and babies. This is your chance to share your experience, tell your story, and help shape the future of care in our community during our Respectful Care Brunch.

Together, we can build an environment where every family feels valued, supported, and respected.
📍 Medical Plaza – Ground Level Classroom Rooms
🗓️ April 10, 2026 | 10:00–11:00 am
🗓️ August 12, 2026 | 10:00–11:00 am

Register today! https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ht-x-0ltRUW955WD1Q7uF2tS5ahfu6ZDlhgaSMz4AnJUQ0sxV1gwN01QVTFBUlA4STJIT09PUjVFQy4u&origin=QRCode

Proud partner of the Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative (ILPQC).