Springfield Memorial Hospital

05/07/2026

Meet Bryan Austin, a Project SEARCH intern helping with tasks in our warehouse alongside his manager. Since 2021, we've partnered with Springfield Public Schools - District 186, Sparc and the Illinois Department of Human Services to create opportunities for students with disabilities to shine. Our Project SEARCH interns attend skill-building classes each morning, then head out to support vital operations throughout the hospital.

Want to learn more or get involved? http://mh.social/LAfI50Y0RH2

05/06/2026

Skill. Compassion. Heart. That’s what our nursing teams bring every day for our patients. Thank you for the difference you make for those you care for with dedication and expertise.

05/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped make our 29th annual Nursing Research Conference a success! It was great to see so many nursing team members come together to explore evidence-based solutions for today's biggest practice challenges.

04/29/2026

Don't miss the Mindful Miles Walking Challenge Kickoff Party on April 30, 4–6 p.m. at the Edgar J. Curtis Memorial Learning Center. Sign up for the free May challenge and grab free giveaways. Register: https://www.mypacer.com/organizations/MHWalks/invite.

Kickoff parties will take place April 30 throughout central Illinois in Decatur, Jacksonville, Lincoln, Springfield and Taylorville ahead of the...

04/28/2026

Remembering Rylee Britton, Alma Buhnerkempe, Kathryn Corley, Ainsley Johnson and Bradley Lund today.

04/16/2026

This story from our colleague at Memorial Health is worth sharing. April is Advance Care Planning Awareness Month, and Angie Muhs' experience with her late husband Bob is a moving reminder of why documenting your wishes is such an important gift to the people you love.

04/15/2026

Congrats to Matthew Gasparin, March Colleague of the Month for System Resources! The technical support specialist supports colleagues with a positive attitude and end-user focus. "Matthew is always willing to help us when we need something. He is always friendly and has a smile," wrote his nominator. http://mh.social/lWZP50YJ1aw

04/14/2026

Different decade but always focused on caring for you!

04/13/2026

Have you given birth in the last three years? We want your feedback to help improve the experience! Join us at the Birth Equity Initiative: Birth, Babies and Respectful Care event on April 20 at 9 a.m., Memorial Learning Center. Sponsored by the Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative and Memorial Health. Call 217-788-0208 to register.

04/10/2026

Congrats to labor and delivery nurse Grace Roberts, RN, our March Colleague of the Month! A patient nominated Grace after a challenging delivery: “From the minute I was placed in a delivery room to the birth of my new baby and the end of her shift, Grace was a blessing. She was attentive, caring, engaging and committed to me and my comfort.” http://mh.social/LRgZ50YFUls

04/08/2026

Don't miss the Mindful Miles Walking Challenge Kickoff Party on April 30, 4–6 p.m. at the Edgar J. Curtis Memorial Learning Center. Sign up for the free May challenge and grab free giveaways. Register: https://www.mypacer.com/organizations/MHWalks/invite. Questions? Contact Galia Cossyleon at 217-588-7611.

Join us for the inaugural Mindful Miles Walking Challenge, a free regional walking challenge this May! Kickoff parties are April 30 at our hospitals in Decatur, Jacksonville, Lincoln, Springfield and Taylorville. Stop by to sign up, grab free giveaways and get ready to walk! Learn more about the kickoff parties and registration here: http://mh.social/n4hZ50YFfBa