Ms. Gamet became CNO of Mercy Springfield Communities in May 2025, bringing nearly three decades of experience and deep organizational knowledge to the role. A Mercy caregiver for 27 years, she began her career as a staff nurse and advanced into leadership after pursuing a nurse manager position. Over the years, Ms. Gamet has held multiple leadership roles, most recently serving as vice president of regional operations, providing strategic oversight for Mercy hospitals and clinics across the Ozarks. She now leads more than 2,400 nurses, guided by a leadership philosophy centered on trust, empowerment and supporting caregivers in their daily work. Known for her ability to connect frontline insight with system-level strategy, she is focused on strengthening nursing practice, culture and patient care outcomes. In addition to her professional responsibilities, Ms. Gamet serves on the executive board of Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri and recently completed a term on the National Rural Advocacy Task Force.
