Appalachian Regional Healthcare System

Congratulations, Madison Zaidel Cameron, MS, CHES®!!! Well deserved 👏

⭐ Employee Spotlight ⭐ on Becky Powell, BSN, RN, at Appalachian Regional Behavioral Health Hospital Though she has only been with UNC Health Appalachian for almost two years, Becky has worked in behavioral health for 23 years. At ARBH, she serves as the Assistant Nurse Manager where she co-manages the daily operations, and supervises patient care delivery, staffing, and scheduling. “I spend a lot of time working with various team members to streamline workflow processes to improve staff experiences while also ensuring patients receive the best quality of care,” she said. “My philosophy has always been that each of us is just one major life event away from potentially needing the behavioral health services that we are providing. Working with this very special population is an honor as I am helping people at their most vulnerable. I love working at UNC-A and with this team and I do so with pride. I’ve been so impressed during my time here by the employees and leadership. It is obvious that my teammates really have a passion for meeting the needs of this community.” And Becky fits right in with that degree of compassion and dedication. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, a young couple and their baby were trying to make their way from Asheville to the Todd/Deep Gap area. They somehow made it to Cannon Memorial Hospital to seek refuge and were welcomed by so many employees. It was Becky though who went out of her way to take extra care of them helping them locate gas and making them comfortable while they were there. The experience made such a positive impact on the young family that they made a special trip back in December just to say thank you. Becky is taking her commitment to healthcare a step further by pursuing a Master’s in Nursing Administration. When she isn’t working at ARBH or doing school work, she loves spending time with her family and friends and watching all sports - especially football and baseball. She also enjoys time spent on the lake in the warm months or curling up with a good book. #onegreatteam #carolinacare #unchealthappalachian

Attention recent or soon-to-be Registered Nursing graduates! UNC Health Appalachian’s Nurse Residency Program is now accepting applications for its summer 2025 cohort. Don’t miss this opportunity—apply by March 1, 2025! This program provides new nurses invaluable support, including mentorship, professional development, resource groups, and hands-on training to build confidence and experience. No matter which healthcare specialty you’re passionate about, our Nurse Residency Program helps lay the foundation for a successful and fulfilling career. Apply today and start your journey with UNC Health Appalachian. A UNCHA nurse who is currently participating in the program said: “I am a new grad nurse participating in the Nurse Residency Program at Watauga Medical Center. It created a positive support system for a lot of us new grads. We got to talk and see each other and form relationships with people who were embarking on the same kind of journey all together. All of the people that we got to meet were definitely faces that I see on a daily basis and just knowing that you have those resources around you just made me feel so supported. All around this experience has been a very positive one.” https://lnkd.in/exNWCNuZ

Congratulations to our 5 hospitals recognized by U.S. News and World Report for top maternity care. UNC Hospitals, Chapel Hill UNC Health Rex. Raleigh UNC Health Nash, Rocky Mount UNC Health Rockingham, Eden Appalachian Regional Healthcare System (Watauga Medical Center), Boone

Today is National Pharmacists Day! 💊 Join us in celebrating our incredible pharmacists across our system who play a vital role in patient care. Thank you for all that you do! 💙 #OneGreatTeam

We’re thrilled that Cannon Memorial Hospital has been honored with three Carolina Care Awards from UNC Health! These awards recognize our commitment to excellence and rank us in the top 25% of patient experience surveys conducted by Press Ganey. Top Rankings Include: Outpatient & Ambulatory Surgery – Top Quartile Performance Inpatient Hospital Experience (HCAHPS) – Top Quartile Performance Emergency Department Overall – Top Quartile Performance (Top 10% in the Press Ganey database – an outstanding achievement!) These results reflect the compassionate, patient-centered care our team provides every day. Thank you to our incredible staff for making Cannon Memorial Hospital a place of excellence and kindness! #onegreatteam #unchealthappalachian #carolinacare

We are delighted to share that Iris Paige McLeod was the first baby born at Watauga Medical Center in 2025. She arrived at 12:41 a.m. on January 1, 2025, weighing 6 pounds, 12 ounces and measuring 18 inches long. Congratulations to her proud parents, Cassidy Vasser and Gage McLeod of Franklin, VA! 🥳 #UNCHealthAppalachian #HappyNewYear

As we close out another year, we want to take a moment to thank YOU—our patients, healthcare heroes, and community—for trusting us with your care and support. Here’s to a happy, healthy, and hopeful 2025! Let’s continue to look out for one another, prioritize wellness, and celebrate every step toward a healthier future. From our healthcare family to yours: Happy New Year! 🥳 🎉 🩵

Merry Christmas from our beautiful babies in the UNC Children's NICU! 🎄💖 These tiny warriors continue to inspire us with their strength and resilience every single day. Our hearts are full of gratitude as we celebrate this special season, surrounded by love, hope, and the amazing care they’re receiving. Wishing everyone a season filled with peace, love, and miracles! ✨ #MerryChristmas

Merry Christmas from UNC Health! 🎅🎄❄️