Mary Samost

Mary Samost is an Associate Professor in the Doctor of Nursing Practice program at MGH Institute of Health Professions, with a concurrent leadership role as Executive Director for Perioperative Services at Mass General Brigham – Salem Hospital. She holds a strong academic and clinical presence in nursing leadership, quality improvement, and patient safety.

Education:

• BSN, Nursing, Boston College, 1986
• MSN, Nursing Education and Leadership, Salem State University, 1997
• DNP, Nursing Leadership, Northeastern University, 2011

Her research and professional focus centers on quality improvement, patient safety, professional development, and university-health system partnerships. She is a certified Patient Safety Officer and Master Trainer in TeamSTEPPS, emphasizing high-reliability teamwork and culture in healthcare. Her work promotes collaborative, facilitative leadership and mentoring of high-performing clinical teams.

The available articles reflect her expertise in nursing leadership, health policy, and organizational behavior, with themes around gender, regulatory frameworks, and mediation in clinical leadership. These publications align with broader interests in healthcare administration and systems improvement.

Professional Memberships:

• American Organization for Nurse Leaders
• Organization of Nurse Leaders Massachusetts/Rhode Island
• Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses

Dr. Samost has secured grant funding for the Health Career Learning Partnerships initiative and regularly presents at national and regional conferences on topics including safety huddles, competency assessment, restraint reduction, and emergency preparedness. She also serves as a liaison for her local board of health, contributing to community health through policy and educational campaigns. Her leadership integrates clinical excellence with academic scholarship and community engagement.

She mentors teams and fosters leadership development across clinical and academic settings. Her work bridges the gap between education and practice, enhancing both patient outcomes and nursing workforce development.