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Karen Watson-Clay

registered nurse Knoxville, TN East Tn Children's Hospital

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Overview

Level

Staff

Function

Healthcare

Tenure

35 years at East Tn Children's Hospital

Gender

Female

Connections

257

Position in HealthTal Database

127,038 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the registered nurse specialty. Karen Watson-Clay is one of them.
2,066 registered nurses are based in TN (out of 27,118 total healthcare contacts in that state).
4 contacts at East Tn Children's Hospital are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical registered nurse compensation in TN: $64,000 – $120,000 (median $79,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of registered nurses in TN: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (95), The Vanderbilt University (94), Hca (55).
4% of registered nurses in TN hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
41% of registered nurses in TN have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.

Education

Middle Tennessee State University

MSN

Lincoln Memorial University

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

Walters State Community College

Associate of Science (A.S.)

Lincoln Memorial University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Skills

Hospitals Bls Acls Nursing Healthcare Pals Tncc Patient Safety Pediatrics Healthcare Management Emr Acute Care Critical Care Inpatient Clinical Research Healthcare Information Technology Ehr Emergency Medicine Emergency Room Nursing Education

Professional Overview

Karen Watson-Clay is a Rn, currently affiliated with East Tn Children's Hospital, based in Knoxville, TN. As a registered nurse, Watson-Clay contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Knoxville, TN. They have been with East Tn Children's Hospital for 35 years. Watson-Clay holds academic credentials, including MSN and Master of Education (M.Ed.), from Middle Tennessee State University and Lincoln Memorial University. Core competencies include Hospitals, Bls, Acls, Nursing, Healthcare. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit registered nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to registered nurse specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Knoxville, TN healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Karen Watson-Clay located?

Karen Watson-Clay is based in Knoxville, TN. They are currently affiliated with East Tn Children's Hospital.

What is Karen Watson-Clay's specialty?

Karen Watson-Clay specializes in registered nurse. Their current role is Rn.

Where does Karen Watson-Clay currently work?

Karen Watson-Clay currently works at East Tn Children's Hospital. They have been there for 35 years.

What is Karen Watson-Clay's educational background?

Karen Watson-Clay attended Middle Tennessee State University and Lincoln Memorial University.

How do I contact Karen Watson-Clay for recruiting?

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What is the average salary for a registered nurse in TN?

registered nurses in TN typically earn $64,000 to $120,000 annually, with a median of $79,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.