Beverly Kaunda, PMHNP-BC

“At CVCH we work as a team. The pod structure utilizes a variety of skills from med clerk, MAs, RNs and providers, to help assist each patient in receiving the individual care that they need.”

Christine Bosa, ARNP, Wenatchee
“I trust our leadership. I appreciate that we continue to be an organization that nourishes input, innovation, creativity and places importance on every individual within our organization. I appreciate that we continue to… Read More »
Aura Sanderson, PA-C, Chelan
"I am often asked why I have chosen to spend my career at CVCH, and I always reply, “as soon as someone can find more important work for me to do with better people, I will take that job.” CVCH has put a huge amount of… Read More »
Dr. Malcolm Butler, Columbia Valley Community Health
"I serve on the board of CVCH because it is the most effective and enthusiastic way I can serve my community in the capacity of a volunteer."

Joanne Hill, Board Member
"I really do enjoy the friendly service at Columbia Valley Community Health. Thank you very much. I tell all my friends to go to CVCH when I can."

Jeannie N.
"I am completely in love with your Express Care Clinic in East Wenatchee! It's close to my house and I've been taken care of thoroughly, kindly and quickly!! I would highly recommend it!"

Lisa, CVCH Patient
"My son needed a physical for a job and was worried he wouldn’t be able to complete the physical in time. He came to Express Care and was able to start his new job on time. Thank you Express Care!"

Express Care Patient 01
"Thank you for being an awesome clinic! There was a cancelation today for my MD and I was able to get right in to see her!"

Alyssa, Patient
"Our visits with our Doctor have been very good. They show lots of concern for what is really helping with my recovery."

Patient 01
"Cristian's smile always gave me strength. I feel blessed for the compassionate people at CVCH and I am so grateful for Helping Hands."

Yolanda, Cristian's mother
"To Helping Hands Committee, Walk-in Clinic Staff, and Dental Staff:
Thank you seems so inadequate to express how grateful I am for all you did for me. I was treated graciously, kindly and with the utmost courtesy.… Read More »
Sylvia, Helping Hands Recipient
"The services I have received have been high quality, prompt, friendly and courteous. I am treated with respect every time I visit the Pharmacy. I have no complaints. Staff is always fast and eager to assist and answer… Read More »
Jose, Pharmacy
"I liked that everyone was very friendly and helpful. I liked that they were able to answer my questions and that they treat me like a human."

Chelan Patient, February 2015
"I liked that the doctor spoke Spanish so we could understand each other without needing an interpreter. I liked that the doctor explained everything to me."

Chelan Patient, December 2014
"I liked that everybody was friendly and eager to answer my questions. I noticed that it wasn't just to me because when I looked around other people were talking to the receptionist and everyone was really nice."

Chelan Patient 02, December 2014
"I received excellent service from all of the staff at CVCH Chelan."

Chelan Patient, November 2014

Education
Biography

Undergrad: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Goshen College-Indiana.

Name of Graduate School: Indiana University’s Graduate School of Nursing completed core graduate-level courses. Walden University-Minneapolis Minnesota for completion of Master of Science in Nursing Degree as a Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner.

Professional areas of Interest: These include mood disorders, substance abuse, integrative care, and broad mental health education to reduce individual and community stigma.

Fluent in Spanish: No.

Biography:

Beverly Kaunda, PMHNP-BC, is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner from South Bend, Indiana. Since becoming a nurse practitioner in 2021, she has practiced at the University of Notre Dame and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Organization. Before this, she worked as a nurse for two decades within diverse clinical settings, including geriatric, acute cardiac, travel, and mental health nursing. These collective professional experiences have led her to develop an understanding and passion for focusing on integrative medical and psychiatric patient care needs. Other interests include mood disorders, substance abuse, and proficient mental health education. She is honored to provide continued quality care to the residents of Chelan and surrounding communities with the support of CVCH’s organizational history of excellence.

Hometown: South Bend, IN

Hobbies: (“What I do for fun”)

My hobbies include traveling within the States and abroad, watching movies and classic films, and spending time with friends, family, and my cockapoo, Lacey.

What attracted you to CVCH?

I was drawn to CVCH’s long-standing history of using servant leadership to empower the communities it serves toward holistic wellness. I look forward to learning from and collaborating with other experienced and dynamic healthcare professionals.

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