Introducing, DeAnna B. a RN within Riverside’s Emergency Department. In addition to nursing, DeAnna is also certified as a Trauma Nurse Specialist and Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner. She is always looking for new and innovative processes that continue pushing healthcare forward. DeAnna creates a bond of trust with her patients as she listens them and addresses their concerns. DeAnna, thank you for setting a daily example of why it is honorable to be a nurse.

2020 has been designated as the Year of the Nurse and throughout this year and into 2021 we will be celebrating nurses who have been nominated as someone who exemplifies what it means to be a nurse.

Riverside Healthcare is pleased to introduce Neuropsychologist, Stefanie Lem, PsyD. Lem is seeing patients at Riverside Neurology Specialists in Kankakee. 

Lem earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, IL. She then completed both her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and her Doctor of Psychology at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL. Lem also completed a Behavioral Health Residency at Franciscan Health St. James in both Olympia Fields and Chicago Heights, IL followed by Post-Doctoral Psychology Fellowship, which was completed at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, IL.  

In addition to her education, Lem is a member of the American Psychological Association, the APA Division 20: Adult Development & Aging, and the Illinois Psychological Association. 

Lem will be seeing patients at Riverside Neurology Specialists at 375 N. Wall Street, Suite P510 in Kankakee, IL. To schedule an appointment, please call (815) 935-0750. 

Learn more about Riverside’s Neurology Specialists team and Stefanie Lem, PsyD, here. 

Click here to see this press release in Riverside’s newsroom.

Cheers to Drew! Drew is an RN at Riverside Senior Life Communities Assisted Living and Memory Care in Kankakee. Her commitment to her residents shows in the outstanding care and respect she provides to each person. Drew is dedicated to making a positive impact by consistently providing high quality care. Thank you, Drew, exemplifying what it means to be a nurse.

2020 has been designated as the Year of the Nurse and throughout this year and into 2021 we will be celebrating nurses who have been nominated as someone who exemplifies what it means to be a nurse.

2020 has been designated as the Year of the Nurse and throughout this year and into 2021 we will be celebrating nurses who have been nominated as someone who exemplifies what it means to be a nurse.

Today we introduce and congratulate Cassie, who is a specialty lead RN in the Operating Room. Cassie has earned her BSN and has been practicing at Riverside for six years. She is a true team player and always seeks to do whatever is needed without complaint. Cassie is always looking for ways to improve processes. Cassie, thank you for your dedication to your profession and being a part of the Riverside team.

Our deepest sympathies go out to the family, friends, and co-workers of Steve Schrader. Steve was a dedicated employee at Riverside Medical Center for over 40 years. He was always known for his joyful spirit, generosity, and willingness to help others. Steve will be missed.

Follow the link below to view Steve’s obituary or share a memory:

https://www.schrefflerfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Steven-Schrader-2/#!/Obituary