Victoria Rich, PhD, RN

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia PAUSA
19104

Biographical Sketch: Victoria L. Rich, PhD, RN, FAAN Chief Nurse Executive, Penn Medicine Associate Executive Director, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Associate Professor, Nursing Administration, University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing Dr. Victoria Rich is recognized for her leadership in healthcare, business and nursing education, and most notably for her pioneering work in patient safety and cultural diversity. Dr. Rich has developed numerous patient safety initiatives for healthcare systems both nationally and internationally. She received Master of Science and Doctorate degrees in nursing administration from the University of Pittsburgh in 1984 and 1991 respectively. Dr. Rich is also a fellow in the American Academy of Nursing.