Nashville, TN Mourns Dr. Sammie Mosier: HCA Healthcare Senior VP and Chief Nurse Executive Dies Suddenly
The healthcare community in Nashville, Tennessee, and colleagues across the nation are mourning the loss of Dr. Sammie Mosier, Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive of HCA Healthcare.
Dr. Sammie Mosier Obituary News
A highly respected nurse leader, mentor, and advocate, Dr. Mosier’s passing represents a profound loss not only to the nursing profession but also to the countless individuals whose lives she influenced throughout her distinguished and impactful career.
Her leadership, dedication, and compassion left an enduring imprint on healthcare and on the many nurses she inspired. As Chief Nurse Executive for HCA Healthcare—one of the nation’s largest healthcare systems—Dr. Mosier oversaw a vast network of nurse executives and more than 99,000 registered nurses across hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and other patient care environments.
Her leadership style was defined by an unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and the professional growth of nurses at every stage of their careers. She firmly believed that the strength of healthcare systems depends on supporting and empowering those on the front lines, a philosophy that guided her throughout her tenure.
Dr. Mosier began her career with HCA Healthcare in 1996 as a medical-surgical nurse at Frankfort Regional Medical Center in Kentucky. Even in those early bedside roles, her dedication to patient care and clinical excellence stood out.
Her unique ability to blend empathy, technical skill, and leadership potential propelled her forward, resulting in a career marked by steady advancement into influential leadership roles. Despite her rise within the organization, Dr. Mosier remained a strong advocate for nurses, emphasizing engagement, mentoring, professional development, and recognition of extraordinary service across her teams.
Among her most notable contributions were her leadership in creating HCA Healthcare’s Nursing Advocacy Agenda and the Unit of Distinction Awards. These initiatives strengthened the voices of nurses, elevated standards of patient care, and celebrated the tireless work of nursing professionals nationwide.
Before serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive, Dr. Mosier held key roles including Chief Nurse Executive Officer for the HCA Healthcare National Group and Vice President of Group Clinical Operations—positions in which she continued to shape healthcare policy and practice on a major scale.
Her educational achievements further reflected her commitment to excellence and leadership. She earned a Doctorate in Healthcare Administration, a Master’s degree in Management and Leadership from Webster University, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from McKendree University.
Dr. Mosier was also a board-certified Nurse Executive through the American Nurses Credentialing Center, underscoring her dedication to professional standards, lifelong learning, and continuous improvement.
