Recognize a UNC Health Appalachian Caregiver
Did someone make a difference in your healthcare experience?
There are several ways you may recognize a caregiver who has gone above and beyond. Below are descriptions of each award and nomination forms for the Star Award, Mountain Mover Award, Daisy Award and Sunflower Award.
Is there a healthcare employee or department who deserves a star?
This is your opportunity to thank those dedicated staff members who provide extra special care for our patients and their loved ones. Your financial gift of $100 or more made payable to Appalachian Healthcare Foundation, may be directed to the area of the hospital that has provided comfort in your time of need, or may be directed to the area where the need is greatest.
The employee(s) you honor will be notified that you have made a donation to the Foundation in their honor and they receive a STAR recognition gift. Your gift will be acknowledged and is tax deductible as provided by law.
Recognize a STAR employee
Nominate an employee for a Mountain Mover Award
The Mountain Mover Award was established to commend excellence among our non-nursing team members who exhibit outstanding performance, creativity, innovation, leadership, customer service, teamwork, professionalism, adaptability, continuous learning, community involvement, and a positive attitude.
Every quarter, one employee from each of the following areas will be selected for the award: Avery Healthcare Market (Cannon Memorial Hospital and Appalachian Regional Behavioral Health), Watauga Medical Center, and Appalachian Regional Medical Associates.
Nominate a Mountain Mover
Nominate a Nurse (RN or LPN) for a Daisy Award
The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses recognizes the super-human efforts nurses perform for patients and families every day. Each quarter, UNC Health Appalachian will recognize a nurse who has been nominated as showing exemplary clinical expertise, compassionate care, extraordinary service, and continued commitment to excellence.
Note: UNC Health Appalachian nurses wear navy scrubs!
Recognize an Outstanding CNA or MA with a Sunflower
Watauga Medical Center also gives you the chance to recognize an exceptional Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA) with a Sunflower Award. These special CNA’s or MA's will receive notification of your recommendation, a sunflower, and a pin for their name tag.
Note: UNC Health Appalachian CNAs wear turquoise-colored scrubs!
