Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center

North Knoxville Medical Center is proud to honor Taylor Grabner, Med-Surg RN, as a DAISY Award recipient for her extraordinary compassion and dedication to patient care. 🌼 Nominated by multiple family members of a patient, Taylor was recognized for going above and beyond to provide comfort during stressful moments—treating her patient and their loved ones with the same kindness and attentiveness she would give her own family. Her ability to create a sense of calm, build trust, and truly connect with those in her care made a lasting impact during a difficult time. Both patients and her teammates consistently share how incredible she is, and this recognition reflects the meaningful difference she makes every single day. Thank you, Taylor, for being exceptional and for putting patients first. #daisyaward💚

North Knoxville Medical Center is proud to recognize Julia “Julie” Fejeran, RN on our 3rd Floor Med-Surg unit, as a DAISY Award honoree! 🎉👏🌼 Nominated by a patient and their spouse, Julie was celebrated for her uplifting energy, bright smile, and outstanding support during a difficult time. She was noted for going above and beyond to ensure they felt cared for every step of the way. Her compassion and positivity left a lasting impression, with the family sharing that “Julie was the brightest part of our day.” Moments like these reflect the meaningful impact she has on her patients and their loved ones. Thank you, Julie, for being exceptional and for representing our core value of putting patients first. hashtag #daisyaward

Knowledge. Compassion. Dedication. 💚 💚💚 This week, Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center celebrates National Nurses Week with our highly-skilled nursing team members, providing care in a multitude of specialty areas throughout our campus. Our nurses put patients first, applying their skills to provide high quality care and taking time so each patient feels seen, heard, and supported. We are grateful every day for their critical role in making the healthcare experience exceptional for our patients. This Nurses Week, we applaud our nurses and say thank you for the incredible healing work they do every single day. 🎉 👏

Straight A’s for patient safety – 12 times in a row! It's becoming a habit at Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center and we couldn't be prouder of our team. 🎉 North Knoxville Medical Center was awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for the twelfth consecutive grading round by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. This designates us as a “Straight A” hospital, defined as hospitals that have an A for Spring 2026 and have sustained that grade for the last five or more grading rounds. “We are always honored to receive the highest rating from the Leapfrog Group, and even more thrilled to know our ongoing commitment to patient safety has been recognized for the twelfth consecutive rating period,” says Bill Rich, North Knoxville Medical Center CEO. “Every day, our team works together diligently to create an environment where patients can trust they are in compassionate and most capable hands.” Learn more here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e4hZVPaT

Please join us in congratulating Katelyn Abercrombie, Radiation Therapy Lead, as our April Employee of the Month! Katelyn was nominated for her exceptional patient care, strong attention to detail, and dedication to ensuring our Cancer Center operates smoothly each day. Her positive attitude and outstanding teamwork consistently elevate the standard of care at our hospital—making a meaningful difference for both patients and her team members. 🎉👏

Join us in celebrating our latest DAISY Award honoree, Taylor Smith, RN at North Knoxville Medical Center's ICU!💚🌼 During a recent critical emergency, Taylor exemplified what it truly means to provide exceptional patient care. From the instant he stepped in, his calm and steady presence brought reassurance to both the patient and their loved ones. With compassion and clarity, he took the time to explain each step, ensuring the family felt supported and informed throughout the entire process. His clinical expertise and critical thinking were evident in every decision, but what stood out most was his unwavering advocacy and genuine care for the patient’s well-being. Taylor’s dedication reflects the very essence of nursing excellence. We are incredibly proud to have him as part of our team. #daisyaward

North Knoxville Medical Center was proud to welcome students from Lake City, Norwood, Norris and Clinton Middle Schools as participants in our recent disaster drill. These hands-on training exercises play a critical role in ensuring our team members are fully prepared to respond quickly and effectively in the event of a real emergency. We’re grateful to these students for helping us strengthen our readiness while also gaining a unique, behind-the-scenes look at healthcare in action.

It may be Patient Experience Week, but at Tennova Healthcare, creating a positive patient experience is a 24/7/365 endeavor. To all of our clinicians and caregivers, thank you for all you do to ensure every single patient, and their loved ones, feels cared for the moment they reach out to our health system. #PXWeek

We were proud to support our greater Knoxville community this past Saturday by providing free sports physicals for local student-athletes! 🏈 🏀 Making sure our kids are safely screened before their seasons begin is an important step in keeping them healthy. Thank you to our dedicated Tennova Medical Group providers and team members who helped make this event a success, and to the nearby families who came out to participate. We wish you much success in your sporting endeavors.

Happy Medical Laboratory Professionals Week! This week, we’re celebrating the incredible team behind the scenes at North Knoxvillle Medical Center who play a vital role in patient care every single day. From running critical tests to delivering accurate results, our lab professionals are essential to helping providers diagnose and treat with confidence.