MIT Health has lost one of its most talented staff members with the passing of Chasity Nunez on March 5 at the age of 27. Known as “Chas” to those who knew her, she served as the patient safety and clinical quality program coordinator at MIT Health. She played a vital role in maintaining high safety standards at MIT Health by training staff on reporting procedures and best practices for patient safety.
Elene Scheff, Director of Clinical Collaborations and Partnerships, remembers Nunez as a dedicated learner who was pursuing her second master’s degree in informatics while holding her role at MIT Health. She was always eager to learn and grow professionally, making a lasting impact on those around her.
MIT Chief Health Officer Cecilia Stuopis remembers Nunez as someone who was deeply dedicated to the health and well-being of the MIT community. She was beloved by her colleagues and made a powerful impact on the patients she served with her can-do attitude and willingness to take on new challenges.
Nunez also served in the U.S. Army National Guard as an IT support specialist in Connecticut, where she continued to seek ways to improve herself both personally and professionally. Her legacy will live on through the many lives she touched during her time at MIT Health and beyond.
To honor Nunez’s memory, MIT Health organized a GoFundMe campaign to support her daughter’s future educational needs, which exceeded its goal thanks to the generosity of the MIT community. Her family will receive all proceeds from the campaign, ensuring that her legacy continues to inspire future generations of leaders like Chasity Nunez.