Appalachian Regional Healthcare System

04/28/2026

Reviews like this remind us why we do what we do. 💙 Hearing from someone who shared that our cancer center gave them more time with their dad means everything—and keeps us going every day.

04/27/2026

We’re hiring! 🌙💙

Join our team as a Behavioral Health Technician and make a difference when it matters most.

🕖 Full-time | Night Shift
7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.

💲 Pay starts at $18.05/hour (based on experience and education)

💵 $5,000 hiring incentive

✨ Plus, enjoy:
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• And more!

Apply today https://pm.healthcaresource.com/CS/appalachian/ #/job/8355

04/23/2026

We all deal with stress, but when does it turn into burnout? In our next virtual Health Talk, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Ella Markland breaks down the difference and how both can show up in everyday life, especially for those working in healthcare.

If you’ve been feeling constantly tired, unmotivated, or just not quite like yourself, you’re not the only one. Join us on Tuesday, April 28 at 12 p.m. for this virtual health talk. This session is a chance to step back, reconnect with what many of us already know but do not always prioritize, and take a moment for yourself.

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/apprhs/april-health-talk

04/22/2026

April is Occupational Therapy Month—a time to recognize the incredible impact occupational therapists have on helping people live life to the fullest. 💙

From supporting recovery after injury or illness to helping individuals build strength, independence, and confidence in everyday activities, occupational therapists make a difference at every stage of life.
Whether it’s regaining the ability to dress, cook, work, or simply enjoy daily routines, OT is all about helping people do the things that matter most.

Join us in celebrating our dedicated OT professionals and the meaningful work they do every day! 👏

04/21/2026

It may be National Volunteer Week, but our gratitude for our 60+ incredible volunteers lasts all year long. 💙

Across UNC Health Appalachian, this dedicated group gives more than 8,500 hours each year—supporting patients, uplifting staff, and making a meaningful difference every single day in the High Country.

From delivering medications between departments and comforting patients with warm blankets to stocking supplies, disinfecting infusion stations, running the gift shop, and sharing treats with staff—their impact is felt everywhere.

Learn more about the amazing individuals behind this work:

More than 60 volunteers at UNC Health Appalachian give 8,500+ hours yearly, making a meaningful impact by supporting patients, staff, and visitors across UNCHA.

04/20/2026

Stress is part of life—but running on empty doesn’t have to be.

During Stress Awareness Month, take time to check in with yourself. From practicing gratitude and mindfulness to simply moving your body, small daily habits can help refill your emotional tank and build resilience.

Be gentle with yourself, take it one day at a time, and remember—you’re not alone. Read more tips for filling up your tank, here:

Feeling stressed? You're not alone. Learn simple ways to build resilience, fill your emotional tank, and cope with life’s challenges through gratitude, mindfulness & movement.

04/17/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to the High Country community for recognizing five UNC Health Appalachian providers as “Best of the Best!” It’s an honor to care for and serve this community every day. 💙

Surgeon – Dr. Paul Dagher
Psychiatrist – Dr. Benjamin Ramsey
Nurse – Kaylan McVey, BSN, RN
Oncologist – Dr. Kenneth Kotz
Gynecology Office – Women’s Health

04/16/2026

🌟Employee Spotlight 🌟
on Joyce Rash
Switchboard

Joyce Rash has worked for UNC Health Appalachian for 15 years, serving in a variety of roles including patient access, outpatient surgery, Health Information Management, and now the switchboard. Today, she helps connect patients and families by answering incoming calls and directing them to the right departments with care and efficiency.

Joyce shares, “I’ve loved my time here—UNC has always encouraged growth and supported continuing education so I can better serve our patients.”

Outside of work, Joyce is grounded in her faith, family, and the simple joys of life. She and her husband David, have been married for 30 years and are proud parents of three. Whether it’s riding motorcycles and four-wheelers, working in the garden, or traveling together, Joyce cherishes time spent with loved ones.

04/15/2026

This week, we’re proud to celebrate Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurse Week and recognize the incredible work of our Wound Care Team at Watauga Medical Center! 💙
Their dedication helps patients regain confidence, comfort, and quality of life every single day.

04/14/2026

Last week, the team at Charles A. Cannon, Jr. Memorial Hospital came together to celebrate Janet Braswell’s retirement after 18 years of dedicated service in Environmental Services.
Best wishes for a well-deserved retirement, Janet 💙

04/14/2026

Experiences like this reflect a commitment to patient-centered care—where concerns are heard, and patients feel valued. If you’re looking for a team that listens and genuinely cares, AppUrology comes highly recommended.