Hoops Family Children's Hospital at Cabell Huntington Hospital

09/23/2025

🌟 Pediatrics Employee of the Month 🌟

Congratulations to Whitney Chinn, PCA, for being the Peds Employee of the Month for September.

Here are some of the things Whitney's coworkers had to say about her:

🤝 Whitney is always the one to help when needed! She has the biggest heart and never complaints. The shift is much better when she is scheduled to work!

👍 She is so helpful and will do anything you ask. She is a great teacher to the new employees.

🫶 Whitney is a huge help to the team. When she gets vitals on kids, she assesses kids, too. She look at how they are breathing. I can't tell you have many times she's gone to get vitals and came and asked me to look at a kid and her concerns are accurate. She's a vital asset to our team.

Thanks for being you, Whitney, and serving our patients to the very best of your ability! 👏

09/23/2025

09/18/2025

When Laykin Hayes was just 15, she spent a year battling Ewing Sarcoma at Hoops Family Children’s Hospital. Some of her brightest moments? Visits from Macy, a golden retriever therapy dog who gave her a chance to feel like more than just a patient.

Fast forward seven years: Laykin, now healthy and working as a veterinary assistant, found herself caring for Macy when the therapy dog needed treatment of her own.

“Macy, I remember you! You took care of me when I was in the hospital, and now I get to take care of you,” Laykin said.

Though Macy passed away this summer, her legacy of comfort and joy continues to live on in every patient she touched. Her story is also a reminder of the healing power of therapy animals and the volunteers who make their visits possible.

💚 Read more about Laykin and Macy's special connection: https://bit.ly/4nAOUj7

09/17/2025

Make a difference every day as a Child Life Specialist at Hoops Family Children's Hospital 💚

At HFCH, Child Life Specialists provide compassionate, family-centered care through education, preparation, play therapy, and emotional support across multiple units—including Pediatrics, NICU, PICU, Hem/Onc Infusion, ER, and more.

📍 Located in Huntington, WV, Hoops Family Children’s Hospital is a 72-bed facility and proud member of the Children’s Hospital Association.

📌 Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree
Completion of or active enrollment in an official child life internship
Child Life certification within 1 year of hire

🌟 Benefits
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance
Growth opportunities for experienced specialists
Full-time | Flexible Schedule | Robust Benefits

If you’re passionate about helping children thrive in the hospital setting, we’d love for you to apply!
👉 Apply today: https://bit.ly/4ngFb1W

09/15/2025

It was a great day at the 14th Annual Children's Golf Tournament! ⛳️ Your support ensures we can continue providing the right-sized care, right at home.

09/12/2025

Meet Ama, our second United for Hoops Junior Captain of the season! She will join the Marshall Thundering Herd tomorrow for their game versus Eastern Kentucky University. 💚 🏈

Ama has been diagnosed with IIH gastroparesis, hypothyroidism, and possible encephalopathy. Her doctors describe her as a one-of-a-kind kid that fits no box. Ama is a great sister, student, and dancer. She’s also proudly serving as a 2025 Hoops Ambassador for HFCH! As Junior Captain, she’ll join the Marshall captains at centerfield to take part in the coin toss.

Thank you to United Bank, Marshall University Athletics and MHN Foundations for making this program possible. This season, every point the Herd scores means $10 donated by United Bank to benefit the patients at Hoops Family Children’s Hospital. 🫶

👉 Learn more about Ama and the rest of our 2025 Junior Captains here: https://mhnfoundations.org/ambassador/amarachi-oamao-u/

09/10/2025

🌟 PICU Employee of the Month 🌟

Noah Smith, RN, was named PICU Employee of the Month for August.

Here are a few things Noah's coworkers had to say about him:

🤝 Noah has really stepped up as a night-shift leader in the PICU.

👏 Noah is always the biggest help on the unit. Whether it is picking up extra when we are short or jumping in wherever the need is on the unit. He goes above and beyond to ensure great care for his patients and their families. He is always trying to learn something new, because he CARES which is what being a PICU nurse is all about!

🎉 Way to go, Noah!

09/09/2025

The latest edition of Leading Edge is out now! Learn more about how Marshall Health Network is rooted in care and growing with innovation.

Inside this edition:
📌 A look at Marshall Health Network's roots in our community
📌 How our community partnerships make us stronger
📌 Meet the families behind the care you receive

🗞️ Read the latest edition today: https://bit.ly/4noJM1B

09/08/2025

A look back on Caitlin's week as junior captain for the Thundering Herd! 💚 🏈

Caitlin, a student at Winfield High School, is a traumatic injury survivor, who beat her odds of survival after a terrible ATV accident in 2024.

Thank you to United Bank, Marshall University Athletics and MHN Foundations for making this program possible! United Bank has generously pledged to donate $10 for every point Marshall scores this season to benefit the patients at Hoops Family Children's Hospital. 👏

👉 Learn more about Caitlin and all our 2025 Junior Captains at: https://mhnfoundations.org/initiatives/unitedforhoops/

09/05/2025

Meet Caitlin, the first United for Hoops Junior Captain of the season! She will serve as Junior Captain for Marshall University Thundering Herd home opener tomorrow versus Missouri State. 💚

Caitlin, a student at Winfield High School, is a traumatic injury survivor, who beat her odds of survival after a terrible ATV accident in 2024. She is also a 2025 Hoops Ambassador for HFCH! As part of her duties as Junior Captain, she will assist the MU captains at centerfield for the coin toss!

Thank you to United Bank, Marshall University Athletics and MHN Foundations for making this program possible! United Bank has generously pledged to donate $10 for every point Marshall scores this season to benefit the patients at Hoops Family Children's Hospital. 👏

👉 Learn more about Caitlin and all our 2025 Junior Captains at: https://mhnfoundations.org/initiatives/unitedforhoops/

09/02/2025

💛 September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and at Hoops Family Children's Hospital and Edwards Cancer Institute, we stand beside our youngest warriors and their families every step of the way.

We’re proud to have dedicated pediatric oncologists like Dr. Paul Finch and Dr. Joshua Hess, who guide families with knowledge, compassion and hope.

While relatively rare, childhood cancer is the leading cause of death by disease for children in the U.S., but together, we can bring hope, healing, and brighter tomorrows.

💛 Learn more about our pediatric oncology and hematology services here: https://hoopschildrens.org/services/hematology-oncology