Jonesboro, Ark.-based NEA Baptist Health System has named Melanie Edens COO.
Ms. Edens is a 20-year veteran of the organization, which comprises NEA Baptist Clinic, NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital and NEA Baptist Fowler Family Center for Cancer Care. Most recently, she served as the health system's associate administrator.
Ms. Edens has a master's degree in business administration from Arkansas State University in Jonesboro.