OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center

03/28/2026

This month, we are celebrating our certified nurses at OSF Saint Anthony’s!

Today we are highlighting Chelsea Rasmussen, certified emergency nurse. Chelsea graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Chamberlain College of Nursing in 2014. After graduating, she began her nursing career in the emergency room before later transitioning to the float pool, a role that helped expand her skills even further.
Chelsea has been a Mission Partner at OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center since April 2021. She credits the positive culture for helping her grow as a nurse, along with the support of her fellow Mission Partners, who truly begin to feel like family because of the way they support and encourage one another.

When asked about what people would be surprised about nursing, she said, “They would be surprised by how emotional nursing truly is. We don’t always get to show it, but we often carry our patients' stories home with us. There have been many times in my career when I’ve had to put on a brave face get through a difficult moment. But every one of those experiences teaches you something. They remind you that every patient is a person with a story, and those moments shape you into a more empathetic and grounded nurse.”

Chelsea is a part of our nursing staff that has been awarded Magnet® Recognition for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This recognition comes "with distinction," making OSF Saint Anthony’s among 46 hospitals in the United States to be recognized with this award.

03/27/2026

You don’t have to travel far from home with OSF Saint Anthony’s. The OSF HealthCare Moeller Cancer Center offers a wide range of advanced diagnostic services. Including treatments, surgery, hematology, medical and radiation oncology and rehabilitation services.

For more information on how we can support you, without stressful travel, call (618) 433-7600 or visit: https://bit.ly/4kS3HWp

Located at 2200 Central Avenue, Alton, IL. Schedule an appointment today at (618) 433-7600.

03/27/2026

This month, we are celebrating our certified nurses at OSF Saint Anthony’s!

Today we are highlight Katie Peipert, rn oncology certified nurse. Katie is a graduate of Lewis and Clark Community College and has been a nurse since 2012, the same year she joined OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center. Katie later joined the OSF Moeller Cancer Center in 2018 and earned her Oncology Certification in 2024.

When asked why she chose nursing, Katie shared, “I’ve always been drawn to helping others. Nursing stood out to me because it allows me to make a difference in someone’s life—not just medically, but emotionally, too. I enjoy building connections with my patients and their families. Being able to bring them comfort, even in a small way, and make someone’s day a little better is a huge part of why I love what I do.”

Like many Mission Partners, Katie describes OSF Saint Anthony’s as having a true “family” atmosphere, where departments work closely together and always put patients first. She is especially grateful for her colleagues at OSF Moeller Cancer Center.

One thing that may surprise people about working in a cancer center is this: “A lot of people think oncology is always difficult or sad. While some days are hard, there are just as many filled with laughter, happy tears, and meaningful moments. The relationships we build with our patients and their families are truly one of a kind. Being able to support them through their journey is incredibly rewarding—I wouldn’t change my job for anything.”

Katie is a part of our nursing staff that has been awarded Magnet® Recognition for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This recognition comes "with distinction," making OSF Saint Anthony’s among 46 hospitals in the United States to be recognized with this award.

03/27/2026

Mark your calendar for Thursday, April 2nd for the monthly Lymphedema Education Meeting in the conference room at OSF Rehabilitation, located at 228 Alton Square Mall Drive.

This month's topic, Chair Yoga with Lymphatic Drainage.

DETAILS:
DATE: Thursday, 4/2/26
TIME: 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

For more information, call (618) 462-5171.

03/27/2026

We'll See you at...

Food is Love - 1 East 6th Street, Alton, IL 62002
Tomorrow, 3/27 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

For more information visit: https://bit.ly/4rt8xeI

03/26/2026

This month, we are celebrating our certified nurses at OSF Saint Anthony’s!

Today we are highlighting Hayley Siverly. Hayley became an LPN in 2018 and has been working as an RN since 2022. She earned her ADN from Lincoln Land Community College and later completed her BSN at Pima Medical Institute. Hayley was inspired to pursue nursing by her grandmother, who was also a nurse.

Hayley has been part of the OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center team for the past 3 1/2 years. She shared, “Being at OSF Saint Anthony’s has allowed me to grow as both a nurse and a person. My coworkers are some of my favorite people, they are the best nurses and techs I’ve ever worked with.”

Like many nurses, Hayley believes people might be surprised by how many meaningful, real-life moments she has the privilege of being part of while caring for patients. Those experiences are what make the job so special to her. She says she couldn’t imagine doing anything else because she truly loves being a nurse.

Hayley is a part of our nursing staff that has been awarded Magnet® Recognition for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This recognition comes "with distinction," making OSF Saint Anthony’s among 46 hospitals in the United States to be recognized with this award.

03/26/2026

This month, we are celebrating our certified nurses at OSF Saint Anthony’s!

Today we are highlighting Amanda Johnson, certified perioperative nurse. Amanda earned her Associate Degree in Nursing from Lewis and Clark Community College after completing her first associate degree while playing softball at Wabash Valley Community College, graduating in May 2008. During that time, she also became a mom when her daughter was born in July 2010. Amanda has continued to grow in her nursing career, earning her BSN from Western Governors University in 2022 in just one year, and then completing both certified perioperative nurse and registered nurse first assistant over the following six months, further expanding her expertise in surgical nursing.

Amanda did not originally plan to pursue nursing; her plan was to become a teacher. However, her love of science, along with encouragement from her family, led her to choose nursing instead. She was also inspired by the sisters and nurses who cared for her grandfather during his stay at OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center.

Amanda is a part of our nursing staff that has been awarded Magnet® Recognition for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This recognition comes "with distinction," making OSF Saint Anthony’s among 46 hospitals in the United States to be recognized with this award.

FIRST COMMENT: Magnet with Distinction™ recognizes hospitals based on quality patient care and nursing excellence. Fewer than 8% of hospitals in the U.S. have earned Magnet with Distinction status. Additionally, the Magnet with Distinction™ program was created as a special designation to "celebrate hospitals and health care organizations that exceed scoring thresholds required to earn Magnet designation."

03/26/2026

Do you love being around people and serving others? Come join our team of OSF Saint Anthony's volunteers!

Volunteers reinforce our Mission by lending the extra hands that truly enhance the quality of patient care.

As a volunteer you provide an important service to your community and have a chance to meet people and make new friends.

To learn more about volunteering at OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center, call (618) 474-6425.

03/25/2026

This month, we are celebrating our certified nurses at OSF Saint Anthony’s!

Today we are highlighting Eleanor Nicholson. Her nursing career began with a strong desire to work in health care, inspired in part by her parents. She started as a nursing assistant and later entered the nursing program at Lewis and Clark Community College. During clinical rotations at OSF, she gained experience in the Medical/Surgical Unit where she would begin her nursing career in 2020.

Entering the profession during the COVID-19 pandemic helped shape her early career, strengthening her resilience and commitment to patient care. She later earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and a master’s degree in nursing leadership and management from Western Governors University. She also advanced into a charge nurse role and achieved specialty certification with a colleague in 2023.

During her time at OSF, she has embraced many opportunities for growth, including participating in the Ministry’s Innovation Fellowship Program. In her sixth year with OSF, she accepted a new role as clinical supervisor of the Medical-Surgical Department, continuing her dedication to serving her community and supporting excellence in nursing.

Eleanor is a part of our nursing staff that has been awarded Magnet® Recognition for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This recognition comes "with distinction," making OSF Saint Anthony’s among 46 hospitals in the United States to be recognized with this award.

03/25/2026

ICYMI: This morning on Good Morning America, ABC News’ Sam Champion shared his personal story of undergoing urgent heart surgery—and how a simple test helped detect the issue early.

His experience is a powerful reminder of how a quick, non-invasive screening like a CT Cardiac Score can uncover hidden heart risks before they become serious.

At OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center, we offer this fast and effective test to help give you and your doctor valuable insight into your heart health.

Call OSF On-Call at 618-474-4606 to schedule your CT Cardiac Score today. In as little as 10 minutes, you can get information that may help prevent a heart attack.

Watch the story: https://bit.ly/4t531jr

ABC News’ Sam Champion underwent urgent heart surgery and took to Instagram to thank his cardiology team, sharing how a nuclear stress test helped find his issue.

03/25/2026

Join us at Jesus Saves located at 3717C Nameoki Rd., Granite City, IL tomorrow, March 26th from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Learn more about OSF OnCall Connect On the Go here: https://bit.ly/41eadha

03/25/2026

This month, we are celebrating our certified nurses at OSF Saint Anthony’s!

Today we are highlighting Katie Wilson who began her career at OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony’s Health Center as a nurse tech in the Emergency Department before transitioning to a full-time role on the Medical/Surgical Unit in 2019. She graduated from Lewis and Clark Community College in 2019, earned her BSN from Western Governors University in 2021, and began her MSN program in 2026. She considers OSF Saint Anthony’s her work home.

Her path to nursing was inspired while caring for her parents after surgery, when her sister recognized her natural compassion and encouraged her to pursue a nursing career.

One thing Katie finds surprising about nursing is how it allows her to be a “jack of all trades.” She takes pride in adapting to each patient’s needs and supporting both patients and their families in meaningful ways. As she says, “I love being able to be all aspects to my patients and their families.”
And we appreciate you, Katie!

Katie is a part of our nursing staff that has been awarded Magnet® Recognition for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This recognition comes "with distinction," making OSF Saint Anthony’s among 46 hospitals in the United States to be recognized with this award.