01/27/2026
Celebrating Excellence:
DAISY Award Honoree ~ Amanda Carpenter, RN
Roane General Hospital is proud to honor the extraordinary work of our nurses through the internationally recognized DAISY Award, a program that celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every single day.
The DAISY Award was created by the family of J. Patrick Barnes, who passed away at the age of 33 from complications of the autoimmune disease Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia Purpura (ITP). During Patrick’s hospitalization, his family witnessed firsthand the remarkable dedication, empathy, and clinical excellence of the nurses who cared for him. Their gratitude inspired the establishment of The DAISY Foundation in 1999; a nonprofit committed to recognizing and celebrating nurses around the world.
Our RGH DAISY Award Honoree: Amanda Carpenter, RN / Interim Director / Oncology Navigator
We are thrilled to announce that Amanda has been selected as Roane General Hospital’s latest DAISY Award honoree. Amanda embodies compassion, strength, and unwavering dedication. Whether supporting patients through difficult diagnoses or guiding families through uncertain moments, she consistently delivers care that reflects the very heart of nursing.
Amanda received a framed DAISY Award certificate, a hand-carved Healer’s Touch sculpture from Zimbabwe, a DAISY Honoree pin, a congratulations banner to display in her unit, a copy of her nomination, a gift bag, and, in true DAISY tradition, fresh cinnamon rolls to share with her colleagues.
This cycle, five nurses were nominated, a testament to the exceptional care provided throughout Roane General Hospital. While Amanda is our honoree, each nominated nurse is deeply deserving recognition and appreciation.
· Stephanie May, LPN
· Megan Clay, LPN
· Brenda Miller, RN
· Katelyn Vineyard, RN
Roane General Hospital presents the DAISY Award throughout the year. These moments give us the opportunity to shine a spotlight on the nurses whose dedication, compassion, and clinical excellence make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.
Thank you to Amanda, and to all our nominees, for embodying the spirit of nursing and providing extraordinary care. We are proud, grateful, and honored to have you on our team.
