Hospital mourns sudden death of top nurse Sam Young

Health leaders are in shock following the sudden death of a top Shropshire nurse.

Sam Young, the interim chief nurse at Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopadic Hospital has died following an accident.

Stacey Keegan, Chief Executive at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, said they are “truly saddened” to confirm Ms Young’s death.

“Sam has worked at the Trust for a number of years in senior nursing positions, so this news has come as a huge shock to colleagues across the organisation.

“She was an excellent and supportive colleague, and was proud of the work we do here and of the colleagues that deliver such exceptional care.

“Sam had extensive senior level experience within primary, secondary and community health care in Scotland, England and the Military, and was still serving as a Senior Officer in the British Army Reserve.

“She was held in extremely high regard by everyone at RJAH thanks to her excellent clinical knowledge, her absolute dedication to patient care, but most notably the quality of her character. She was a kind, fun and compassionate person. We will miss her enormously.

“In the coming days and weeks we will find ways to honour Sam’s legacy and celebrate her life.”
Leaders at NHS Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin recorded their condolences to Sam Young’s family, friends and colleagues, giving their tributes at a meeting on Wednesday (June 25).

Board members were told that she was a “deeply respected” member of the team and known across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin for her “lifelong commitment” and “dedication to patient care.”

The board was told that her loss “continues to be felt across the system and certainly at RJAH.”