Having previously served as a staff nurse, orthopedic service line administrator and assistant CNO since joining the 440-bed Grandview Medical Center in 2010, Ms. Knight now leads a team of over 1,200 nurses. In her time as CNO, she has spearheaded initiatives to strengthen the nursing workforce, enhance quality care, improve operational efficiency and drive volume growth. Since moving to her current role, she has instituted a shared governance structure to foster professional development and increase the voice of a highly engaged front-line nursing staff. She is passionate about building high-performing teams that prioritize the patient experience and drive positive clinical outcomes across the hospital and the broader community. She is the 2025 recipient of the “Janet Awtrey Award” from the University of Alabama Capstone College of Nursing for professionalism and leadership.
