Medley Shamp serves as the Chief Clinical Officer and Chief Nursing Officer at Astera Health, where she provides executive leadership and strategic direction for all clinical operations across the health system. In this dual role, she oversees both hospital-based and ambulatory services, including inpatient care, emergency medicine, surgery, obstetrics, oncology, behavioral health, and six rural health clinic locations.

With more than 25 years of experience at Astera Health, Medley has advanced through progressive leadership roles—from nurse and clinic manager to director and Chief Ambulatory Officer—before assuming her current position. Her leadership is grounded in fostering collaboration, enhancing quality and safety, and ensuring a seamless patient experience across the continuum of care.

Medley is recognized for her strong relationships with providers and staff, her ability to unify teams, and her focus on operational excellence. Under her leadership, her divisions have consistently achieved top results in employee, provider, and patient engagement. She brings deep knowledge of clinical operations, regulatory compliance, and strategic growth, paired with a genuine commitment to supporting both patients and caregivers.

Medley holds a master’s degree in nursing leadership and management from the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND, and nursing degrees from Minnesota State Community and Technical College in Wadena, MN.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Medley is an active community leader and volunteer, serving on the local United Way board and contributing to initiatives that strengthen the health and well-being of the region. In her free time, she enjoys spending time at her family cabin, traveling, four-wheeling, hiking, and ice fishing.