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Nurse Honored Posthumously After Horse Accident
7 May
Summary
- Late chief nurse Sam Young received a prestigious award posthumously.
- She died last June after being kicked by a horse at a stable.
- An aeolian wind harp was unveiled in her memory.
A distinguished chief nurse, Sam Young, who tragically passed away in June of last year following a horse-related accident, has been posthumously recognized with a prestigious award from the Chief Nursing Officer for England. The award, acknowledging her significant professional contributions, was presented to her partner, Roo Terry, during a ceremony held at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH).
Young, who was the interim chief nurse at RJAH, succumbed to injuries sustained when a horse she was leading bolted and kicked her in the chest. She had joined the hospital in 2022, bringing with her a wealth of experience from a prior career in the army. Colleagues remembered her for her exemplary nursing leadership and dedication to continuous improvement.
In a further tribute to her passion for music, an aeolian wind harp was unveiled at the hospital. This serene instrument stands in the hospital's 'path of positivity' and is accompanied by a plaque bearing an inspiring quote that Young often used. Additionally, the hospital established the Sam Young Innovation and Improvement Award in December 2025 to eternally honor her commitment to driving positive change.
