Hammond-Henry Hospital has achieved a remarkable distinction, earning a five-star rating for nurse communication from Becker’s Healthcare. Only 17 hospitals in Illinois and 529 nationwide received this recognition, based on the latest CMS Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems data. The award celebrates excellence in how nurses interact with patients, underscoring the hospital’s commitment to attentive, compassionate care. Staff and patients alike are applauding the recognition, attributing the honor to a dedicated nursing team. For more details and a full list of honorees, visit the hospital’s website or Becker’s Healthcare online.
Seventeen Illinois hospitals have been recognized with the prestigious 5-star rating for nurse communication by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This top honor, based on patient surveys collected from October 2023 to September 2024, highlights hospitals where nurses excelled at clear explanations, careful listening, and treating patients with respect. Among the honorees are Hammond-Henry Hospital in Geneseo, Memorial Hospital in Carthage, OSF Holy Family Medical Center in Monmouth, and OSF St. Paul Medical Center in Mendota. The CMS HCAHPS data underscores the significant role of nurse-patient communication in quality care, spotlighting these hospitals’ commitment to delivering outstanding patient experiences across Illinois.
