Cynthia A Fannin
March 2025
Cynthia A
Fannin
,
RN
Emergency Department
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
Knoxville
,
TN
United States
Cindy embodies compassion in every interaction, ensuring that each patient feels heard, valued, and safe. She listens not just to words but to the emotions behind them, making a personal connection that reassures even the most distressed patients.
Some people choose nursing as a career, but Cindy was clearly born for it. In behavioral health, where patience, empathy, and resilience mean everything, she shines as a true beacon of compassion and strength. No matter how overwhelming the situation is, she never falters. She is often placed in the most chaotic rushes, managing a flood of intakes and discharges, yet she handles every patient with the same level of care, focus, and kindness as if they were the only one in the room.
Cindy embodies compassion in every interaction, ensuring that each patient feels heard, valued, and safe. She listens not just to words but to the emotions behind them, making a personal connection that reassures even the most distressed patients. Her ability to de-escalate tense situations and bring a sense of calm speaks to her deep empathy and unwavering commitment to the well-being of others.
Beyond being an exceptional nurse, Cindy is also a devoted mother, a role that has only deepened her sense of ownership in caring for others. She treats every patient with the same nurturing support, patience, and advocacy that she would provide for her own family. She takes full responsibility for ensuring that no one feels overlooked, stepping up in the most challenging moments without hesitation. Her leadership and dedication inspire those around her, making her an invaluable member of the team.
Cindy also exemplifies excellence in everything she does. Whether she is managing a crisis, mentoring colleagues, or offering a comforting presence to a struggling patient, she consistently goes above and beyond expectations. She is a true professional, setting a standard of care that reflects the highest ideals of the organization. Her skill, dedication, and heart make a lasting impact on her patients and peers alike.
Behavioral health nursing is not easy, but Cindy meets every challenge with grace, strength, and an unwavering dedication to her patients and team. She doesn’t just do her job; she changes lives. Whether it offers words of comfort, handling crises with skill, or ensuring that every patient is treated with dignity and respect, she embodies the very best of this profession. She is an inspiration, a leader, and the very definition of an Extraordinary Nurse. There is no one more deserving of the DAISY Award than Cindy Fannin.
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Cindy is the most compassionate, empathetic, excellent nurse. This is 100% of the time. Every patient, every time. Cindy truly is the embodiment of our CORE values. We all strive to be more like Cindy both professionally and personally. I can't think of another nurse anywhere at any facility more deserving of this DAISY Award.
Cindy embodies compassion in every interaction, ensuring that each patient feels heard, valued, and safe. She listens not just to words but to the emotions behind them, making a personal connection that reassures even the most distressed patients. Her ability to de-escalate tense situations and bring a sense of calm speaks to her deep empathy and unwavering commitment to the well-being of others.
Beyond being an exceptional nurse, Cindy is also a devoted mother, a role that has only deepened her sense of ownership in caring for others. She treats every patient with the same nurturing support, patience, and advocacy that she would provide for her own family. She takes full responsibility for ensuring that no one feels overlooked, stepping up in the most challenging moments without hesitation. Her leadership and dedication inspire those around her, making her an invaluable member of the team.
Cindy also exemplifies excellence in everything she does. Whether she is managing a crisis, mentoring colleagues, or offering a comforting presence to a struggling patient, she consistently goes above and beyond expectations. She is a true professional, setting a standard of care that reflects the highest ideals of the organization. Her skill, dedication, and heart make a lasting impact on her patients and peers alike.
Behavioral health nursing is not easy, but Cindy meets every challenge with grace, strength, and an unwavering dedication to her patients and team. She doesn’t just do her job; she changes lives. Whether it offers words of comfort, handling crises with skill, or ensuring that every patient is treated with dignity and respect, she embodies the very best of this profession. She is an inspiration, a leader, and the very definition of an Extraordinary Nurse. There is no one more deserving of the DAISY Award than Cindy Fannin.
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Cindy is the most compassionate, empathetic, excellent nurse. This is 100% of the time. Every patient, every time. Cindy truly is the embodiment of our CORE values. We all strive to be more like Cindy both professionally and personally. I can't think of another nurse anywhere at any facility more deserving of this DAISY Award.