Foundation, Home Builders Partner On Ramps For Needy
The Cookeville Regional Charitable Foundation has partnered with the Upper Cumberland Home Builders Association to build accessibility ramps for those in need. Foundation Director John Bell said the program will provide ADA-compliant ramps for individuals who need improved accessibility at their homes but cannot afford the cost. Bell said the foundation regularly works with patients […]
CRMC Imposes Annual Temporary Visitor Restrictions
Cookeville Regional Medical Center has imposed its annual temporary visitor restrictions to reduce the spread of illnesses. The restrictions prohibit those under the age of 16 and anyone showing signs of illness from visiting the hospital unless seeking medical attention. CRMC Director of Marketing and Communications Hannah Davis said the hospital imposed the restrictions as […]
CRMC Preparing For South Tower Tax Exempt Bond
Cookeville Regional beginning work to acquire a tax-exempt bond to fund the South Tower Project. Board Chairman Danny Rader said if and when CRMC is ready to move forward with the South Tower Project, it will have to be financed through tax-exempt bonds. Rader said the project is still under design, which will determine if […]
CRMC Sees Significant Improvement In Turnover Rate
Cookeville Regional saw an 8.2 percent reduction in employee turnover last year, according to a report Thursday to the Board of Trustees. Employee turnover rate stood at 22.4 percent. Human Resource Officer Angel Lewis said the improvement was the biggest win of the entire report. Lewis said boosted morale contributed to the improvement. “We do […]
