Nashville, Tennessee — December 2025.
The healthcare community in Nashville and across the United States is mourning the loss of Dr. Sammie Mosier, Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive of HCA Healthcare, whose death marks a profound loss for the nursing profession and the thousands of lives she touched throughout her career.
Dr. Mosier was widely respected as a visionary leader, mentor, and advocate for nurses nationwide, leaving behind a legacy rooted in compassion, excellence, and unwavering dedication to patient-centered care.
What Happened
HCA Healthcare confirmed the passing of Dr. Sammie Mosier, though specific details surrounding her death have not been publicly released. Her passing has sent waves of grief through hospitals, academic institutions, and nursing organizations nationwide, particularly within the HCA Healthcare system, where she played a transformative role.
Colleagues describe the moment as heartbreaking, noting that her influence extended far beyond corporate leadership into the everyday lives of bedside nurses and patients alike.
Who Was Dr. Sammie Mosier?
Dr. Sammie Mosier was more than an executive leader — she was a nurse at heart. She began her career with HCA Healthcare in 1996 as a medical-surgical nurse, grounding her leadership philosophy in firsthand clinical experience.
Over nearly three decades, she rose through the ranks to become Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive, a role in which she championed the voices, growth, and well-being of nurses across the nation.
Those who worked with her often described her as approachable, deeply empathetic, and fiercely committed to elevating the nursing profession.
Career Legacy and Contributions to Nursing
As Chief Nurse Executive, Dr. Mosier provided strategic leadership for more than 99,000 registered nurses across HCA Healthcare facilities. Her work emphasized:
- Patient-centered care
- Clinical excellence and safety
- Professional development and nurse empowerment
Among her most impactful initiatives were the Nursing Advocacy Agenda and the Unit of Distinction Awards, programs designed to elevate bedside nursing voices, recognize excellence, and foster innovation across care teams nationwide.
Under her leadership, nursing was not just a profession but a respected pillar of healthcare delivery, shaping policy, culture, and outcomes across the system.
Public and Professional Reactions
Tributes from nurses, healthcare leaders, and hospital administrators have poured in, many describing Dr. Mosier as a mentor who changed the trajectory of their careers.
“She believed in nurses before they believed in themselves,” one colleague shared. Others highlighted her rare ability to balance executive leadership with genuine compassion for frontline caregivers.
Across social media and professional networks, nurses are sharing stories of how her advocacy made them feel seen, valued, and supported.
What Happens Next
HCA Healthcare is expected to share additional information regarding memorial services and ways colleagues and community members can honor Dr. Mosier’s legacy.
As the healthcare industry reflects on her passing, Dr. Sammie Mosier’s impact endures — in stronger nursing leadership pipelines, empowered bedside professionals, and countless patients who benefited from her vision.
This story may be updated with more information as it becomes available.
