UNC Health Nash

12/09/2025

🌸 In the moments when fear feels closest, it’s often a single compassionate presence that brings the room back to steady ground.

When a patient was admitted with a respiratory emergency, Ajavual “Jay” Farmer, NA in COU, became that steady, calming presence for both them and their spouse. What could have been a frightening experience instead felt lighter, safer, and deeply supported because of Jay’s warmth and attentiveness.

Her nominator shared, “Jay was the ray of sunshine during a time that could have been very challenging and scary. She immediately put us at ease with her beautiful smile and uplifting personality. She went above and beyond to make sure we had what we needed. We felt supported like family and very cared for during this difficult time.”

Jay’s compassion is the kind that changes the entire tone of a hospital room—bringing comfort, dignity, and a sense of being truly cared for when it matters most.

💐 We are honored to celebrate Ajavual “Jay” Farmer with the PETALS Award. Jay, thank you for the light, steadiness, and kindness you bring to every patient and every family.

12/08/2025

🎄✨ Holiday cheer is in full swing at UNC Health Nash—and our whole team is showing serious spirit! From tacky sweaters to festive colors, our staff are lighting up the hospital all month long with creative, cozy, and downright joyful outfits. We love celebrating the season together, and these themed days are a fun way to bring smiles to our colleagues, patients, and visitors across campus.

📸 Nash staff: We can’t wait to see your looks all month long—keep the cheer coming! Don’t forget to send your holiday outfit photos to Nash Employee Communications so we can share the magic!

We're excited to see how everyone continues to brighten our halls this season. Let’s make December sparkle together! ✨

12/05/2025

🎄 As this Lights of Love season comes to a close, we at UNC Health Nash want to share our heartfelt appreciation for everyone who helped make this year’s campaign shine so brightly. Your kindness supports the UNC Health Nash Foundation’s Patient Assistance Program—a lifeline that helps patients receive the medications, transportation, medical equipment, and critical resources they need to access care without delay. Your kindness directly strengthens the wellbeing of our community, and we are deeply grateful.

As we move through this season of giving, we invite you to continue supporting the Foundation and the patients they serve year-round. Every gift, no matter the size, helps ensure that care remains within reach for those who need it most.

🌟 To learn more or make a contribution, please visit UNCHealthNashFoundation.org

Together, we’re creating better health for our community. Thank you for helping us create brighter, healthier days for the people we serve. ❤️

12/03/2025

‼️The Free Skin Cancer Screening Clinic is tomorrow—only a few spots left! Click the link below to register TODAY!

During this quick, in-person screening, Dr. Johnson will examine areas of concern and, if needed, provide information for several dermatology providers so you can choose the follow-up care that’s right for you. This screening is designed to help community members access expert guidance early, especially if they’ve noticed a new or changing spot and haven’t yet seen a skin specialist.

Space is limited, and advance registration is recommended. Walk-ins may be accepted as availability allows.

‼️ REMINDER: Registration is required for the Free Skin Cancer Screening.

To register, please complete the Eventbrite form below by selecting the reservation time that best fits your scheduling needs. Please arrive 10 minutes early for check-in. Screenings are brief and focused—your visit with Dr. Johnson will last about 5 minutes, with approximately 15 minutes total needed for your appointment.

Register here:

Free skin cancer screening at UNC Health Nash in Rocky Mount, NC. Quick exam with physician. Referral options for follow-up care if needed.

12/03/2025

’Twas a chilly frost evening, when all ’round the site,
Not a creature was stirring—except those stringing lights.
Up on the hospital, tall as can be,
Our Plant Services team built a grand Christmas tree.

This cherished tradition takes devotion and pride,
With the crane for our tower rising just at its side.
Its promise of progress shines near the tree’s light,
Bringing hope to our community on crisp winter nights.

Whether you’ve seen it up close or from 64’s glow,
It’s a sight that reminds us what holidays show—
That hope can shine brightly, that kindness stands tall,
And a well-lit tree can bring magic to all.

So from UNC Nash, sending cheer far and near—
We wish you happy holidays and a bright, hopeful year!
🎄❄️

12/03/2025

12/02/2025

Did you know? 🚐 OIC of Rocky Mount and UNC Health Nash are working together to expand access to primary care by bringing the OIC mobile unit to more locations in the community each month.

The OIC mobile unit offers essential healthcare services, including annual health screenings, physical examinations, blood pressure checks, diabetes screenings, and chronic disease management.

See the attached calendar for the December schedule, including dates, times, and locations. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments can be scheduled in advance by calling 252-955-1788.

🌐 To learn more about OIC of Rocky Mount and the services they provide to the community, visit www.oicone.org

12/02/2025

🎄 Planning to join us for the Lights of Love Tree Lighting Ceremony? Good news: we’re still on! Due to the weather, we’re moving the event indoors to the Nash Heart Center Lobby so everyone can stay warm and enjoy the evening in comfort.

For parking information and additional details, please see the UNC Health Nash Foundation post below.

🚨2025 Lights of Love Tree Lighting Ceremony Update!🚨

Due to rain, we are moving our Tree Lighting Ceremony to the Heart Center Main Lobby. Please plan to join us tomorrow at 5:30pm as we celebrate and honor loved ones.

For parking, please park in the lot across from the ED or across from the Heart Center (red circle with X). Please view the image below on accessing the Heart Center Lobby (Purple).

Thank you!

11/27/2025

🧡 Thank you to everyone who lifts up UNC Health Nash every single day.

As we enter this season of giving, we want to celebrate the people who make exceptional care possible here at home.

To our incredible staff and medical teams:
Your dedication, compassion, and skill are the heartbeat of UNC Health Nash. Because of you, our community continues to receive care that goes above and beyond.

To our patients and neighbors:
Thank you for trusting us with your health. Serving you isn’t just our job — it’s our privilege.

To our donors:
Your generosity fuels programs that change lives far beyond our hospital walls — from the Community Paramedic Program to the Inpatient Food Pantry and patient assistance initiatives. You’ve strengthened care for our most vulnerable neighbors this year, and it shows.

To our volunteers:
Your 7,000+ hours of kindness, presence, and support made a real difference for patients, families, and our care teams. We’re so grateful for everything you bring to UNC Health Nash.

💙 As we look toward a new year, we invite you to continue supporting the health and wellbeing of our community.

Whether through donating or volunteering, you help us remove barriers to care and create healthier futures for all.

Learn more or get involved: UNCHealthNashFoundation.org

11/24/2025

🩺🩻 Our 11th Annual Behind the Red Lines Open House was an incredible and eye-opening event. Seniors from the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools Allied Health Sciences Program filled the hospital with energy, curiosity, and so much promise for the future of care.

From hands-on activities to real conversations with our clinical teams, these students stepped boldly into the world of healthcare—and it was inspiring for everyone who had the chance to meet them.

A huge thank you to everyone who made this day possible—especially our perioperative team, surgeons, and all the volunteers who gave their time, passion, and expertise to create such a meaningful experience.

We left the day feeling energized and hopeful, knowing that the future of healthcare is in bright, talented, and compassionate hands. We can’t wait to see where their journeys lead!

11/21/2025

Kindness goes a long way—and this World Kindness Day, our Heart Works Employee Resource Group filled the UNC Health Nash cafeteria with smiles, gratitude, and little reminders of just how much every person matters. 💛

Heart Works volunteers spent the day sharing tokens of kindness with everyone who passed through—from staff to patients to visitors. Smiley-face buttons, encouraging bracelets, kind words, and heartfelt compliments brought joy to so many, and truly brightened the day across our hospital.

They didn’t stop there, though. Heart Works challenged our staff to carry that spirit back to their departments and keep the kindness going with small acts that spark joy anytime, anywhere.

A huge thank you to the incredible Heart Works volunteers who created such a meaningful experience, and to everyone who joined in and helped spread warmth throughout our halls. Your kindness makes UNC Health Nash a brighter place. 💙

Staff members who are interested in learning more about or joining the Heart Works Employee Resource Group should contact Nash Employee Communications.

11/19/2025

Join UNC Cancer Care at Nash and Midtown Dermatology for a FREE skin cancer screening with dermatologist Sandrivette Johnson, NP, on Wednesday, December 4, from 5:30–7:30 PM at the Danny Talbott Cancer Center.

During this quick, in-person screening, Dr. Johnson will examine areas of concern and, if needed, provide information for several dermatology providers so you can choose the follow-up care that’s right for you. This screening is designed to help community members access expert guidance early, especially if they’ve noticed a new or changing spot and haven’t yet seen a skin specialist.

Space may be limited, and advance registration is recommended. Walk-ins may be accepted as availability allows.

To register, please complete the Eventbrite form below by selecting the reservation time that best fits your scheduling needs. Please arrive 10 minutes early for check-in. Screenings are brief and focused—your visit with Dr. Johnson will last about 5 minutes, with approximately 15 minutes total needed for your appointment.

🩺 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-skin-cancer-screening-clinic-at-unc-health-nash-tickets-1972823746934