Amberwell Health Hiawatha

At Amberwell, we’re proud of the care our teams provide. We hear stories from patients every day who describe the compassion, professionalism, and attention they receive from our staff. When that praise comes from one of our own team members, it takes on an even deeper meaning.  A nurse from our labor and delivery unit recently became a patient herself. Her birth story included an unexpected induction, a postpartum complication,...

Amberwell Hiawatha is proud to share that Morgan Alvarado, RN, a dedicated OB nurse, has received the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. This national recognition honors nurses who go above and beyond to deliver compassionate, skillful care to their patients and families.  Morgan was nominated by a patient who shared the following:  “Morgan and her team went above and beyond to make sure that myself, my baby, and our support...

When it comes to welcoming a new baby, every detail matters—especially the care a mother receives after delivery. That’s why we’re proud to share that Amberwell Hiawatha has been named a Gold-Level facility by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Perinatal Quality Collaborative (KPQC).  This recognition, awarded through the statewide Fourth Trimester Initiative, honors hospitals that provide exceptional care to mothers during the postpartum period—a time...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at Amberwell, we’re celebrating the team at Senior Life Services (SLS) in Hiawatha. SLS offers structured day treatment for older adults who are facing emotional or behavioral health challenges like depression, anxiety, grief, or isolation. The goal is simple but powerful: help each person feel more like themselves again through connection, support, and expert care. But it’s the people behind the program who...

It’s Lab Week, and we’re proud to celebrate the lab teams at Amberwell Atchison and Amberwell Hiawatha! These professionals play a key role in patient care—performing the tests that give health care providers the information they need to make decisions and offer the right treatment. Both of our lab locations offer a wide range of services to the public, including: Blood testing Urinalysis Blood bank services Immunology and chemistry tests...

During Health Information Professionals Week, Amberwell recognizes the work of its Health Information Management (HIM) team. While most people might not interact with them directly, the HIM team makes healthcare safer, smoother, and more connected. Their work helps ensure that every individual who receives care from Amberwell is supported by accurate and accessible information. How HIM Makes a Difference Amberwell’s HIM team provides services that directly impact the people Amberwell...

The Amberwell Hiawatha Maternal Care Staff all did an outstanding job from prenatal care to delivery and postpartum. Dr.Jarvis has had a hand in delivering all three of our children, she cares and explained everything to us every step of the way. The nurses treated our family with the same level of care! Julia was so nice and made me feel very secure and taken care of. Melanie took great...

Amberwell’s Occupational Health Services (OHS) team is dedicated to maintaining workplace safety and supporting employee health. They provide essential services like injury prevention, screenings, physicals, and wellness programs—helping businesses run smoothly while ensuring employees stay at their best. April is Occupational Health Services Month, and while their work is serious, we wanted to take a moment to have some fun and get to know the people behind the job. Instead...

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Silent Auction Now Open! Get ready to bid on exclusive items while supporting a great cause! Our Denim & Diamonds Annual Fundraiser is just around the corner, and you don’t have to be present to participate—or win! Bid on incredible items in our Virtual Silent Auction, all while supporting local healthcare! Auction closes March 1 at 10pm during our Denim & Diamonds Annual Fundraiser. IMPORTANT NOTES The optional tip at...