Unity Health’s Post

We are elated to share that Unity Health has received a Platinum Performance Award for outstanding care by the American College of Cardiology, the highest recognition awarded! It's an honor to be recognized as one of the top cardiac programs in the nation in treating chest pain and heart attacks. We are one of five entities in the state of Arkansas to receive platinum status. Thank you to all the Unity Health teams who provide excellent cardiac care every day!

We are excited to announce the formal appointment of LaDonna Johnston as President and CEO of Unity Health! Johnston is an Arkansas native with a Master of Nursing Science from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Harding University, as well as decades of experience in healthcare leadership. She has over 30 years of experience at Unity Health. At Unity Health LaDonna is family, and we are so excited to congratulate her and welcome her to this role!

Big news! Unity Health - White County Medical Center is proud to be recognized as the most socially responsible hospital in Arkansas, named by the Lown Institute. The evaluation analyzed up to 54 metrics related to health equity, value of care and patient outcomes. We are thrilled to receive this distinction! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g-riD52u

Behavioral Health patients at Unity Health are getting to experience the joys of animal therapy thanks to their new furry friend, Echo. This Labrador provides healing and hope for those enduring difficult times, and he takes his role seriously while wagging his tail and sharing his affection. Echo’s handler, Madelynn Wauters, is an occupational therapy student at University of Central Arkansas, where she will soon graduate with her degree. For her doctoral capstone she sought the opportunity through Central Arkansas Pet Partners, to transform Echo from being a duck-hunting pet, to a therapy animal, helping patients through their treatment programs. Echo loves treats, playing fetch, cuddling and serving others. Wauters said her favorite part of working with him is seeing the smiles on everyone’s faces and knowing he has made a difference in someone’s day. She shares in dog-lovers’ lingo, that she wants everyone to know, Echo is the “goodest boy!”

You could win a prize when you take this brief survey to help us understand the needs of our community! Unity Health - Healthworks Department is conducting a health needs assessment, and your participation in the survey will give you a chance to enter into a prize drawing! This short survey provides insight into the health needs of our communities. Please visit the following link to participate in the assessment: https://lnkd.in/gWwSBRkT

The Unity Health Board of Directors is excited to announce the appointment of LaDonna Johnston, as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 17, 2024. Johnston has more than 30 years of experience at Unity Health, having served in multiple leadership roles. Johnston has held positions within the organization including vice president of patient services and administrator of Unity Health – Newport. She is also a registered nurse and brings unmatched expertise as a clinical leader. Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/gzZzWBbN

Unity Health is proud to invest in our associates’ Leadership Journey! In January 2024, Unity Health kicked off the inaugural Unity Health Leadership Institute and Management Academy. The purpose of the Unity Health Leadership Institute is to support our associates through leadership development and opportunities to personally grow in their leadership journey. The scope of the institute encompasses all organizational leaders. Unity Health Leaders participated in a once-a-month leadership workshop facilitated by Mike Harbour and the Harbour Resources Team. #Transformation #ServingArkansasHeartland

We can't wait to share our excitement with you! Unity Health recently unveiled our new campaign launch to associates with fun-filled pep rallies! Be on the lookout for all the ways we are serving Arkansas' Heartland.

Please join us in welcoming our new Assistant Vice President of Behavioral Health, Pam Kelly Purvis! She joins us with decades of experience, and her expertise will serve our organization well. Welcome, Pam!

Please join us in welcoming our new Assistant Vice President of Revenue Cycle, Laura Gillenwater! She joins us with years of experience and expertise, and we are delighted to have her on our team. Welcome, Laura!