Willow Ridge Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Maynardville, Tennessee, dedicated to offering compassionate and professional care for individuals requiring post-hospital, short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term and respite care. The facility is committed to serving the medical and rehabilitation needs of residents who are recovering from illness or injury, providing a supportive environment to help them regain strength, independence, and an improved quality of life. The staff at Willow Ridge Center takes pride in creating a place that feels like home while ensuring the safety, health, and happiness of every resident.
Residents at Willow Ridge Center benefit from both the experience and passion of a highly skilled interdisciplinary team. The center provides a welcoming community atmosphere where residents receive individualized care plans designed for their unique needs. Programs include comprehensive rehabilitation therapy and ongoing nursing care, utilizing the expertise of professionals in physical therapy, nursing, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Insurance options include Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurances, making the facility accessible to a variety of individuals and families seeking quality senior care.
Key members of the Willow Ridge Center team bring a depth of experience and heartfelt dedication to their roles. Briana Viens serves as a nurse practitioner and plays a vital role in providing both primary and urgent care services to residents. With a broad background in emergency care, urgent care, post-acute, and long-term care, Briana works closely with the entire care team to ensure seamless, high-quality treatment for all residents. She is board-certified in Hospice and Palliative Care and is deeply passionate about enhancing her patients’ quality of life.
Carlene Harrell, the Director of Nursing, started her journey at Willow Ridge Center in 1999. With a career in long-term care that began with earning her CNA certification and advancing through Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse positions, Carlene’s longstanding commitment is evident. Over the years, she has not only contributed as an RN Supervisor and Assistant Director of Nursing but now leads the nursing team with enthusiasm and genuine care for each resident. Her decades-long service makes her an integral part of the community, continually striving to ensure the highest standards of care for everyone at Willow Ridge.
The therapy department is led by Scott Taylor, who joined Willow Ridge Center in 2015 as therapy program manager. His dedication and innovation in therapy services were recognized early in his tenure with the facility. The therapy team focuses on helping residents regain mobility, build confidence, and enjoy a more fulfilling daily life as they recover from surgery, injury, or illness.
Willow Ridge Center is proud to have been recognized as an AHCA Bronze Quality Award Winner, reflecting its dedication to quality care and positive outcomes for residents. The combined commitment of the team ensures that residents receive compassionate, personalized support in every aspect of their stay, making Willow Ridge Center a place where families can feel confident their loved ones are cared for with respect and kindness.