Victoria L. Rich, PhD, RN, FAAN

Victoria L. Rich, PhD, RN, FAAN, is the chief nurse executive and associate executive director at the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center and associate professor of nursing administration at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing. She is recognized for her leadership in healthcare, business, and nursing education, most notably for her pioneering work in patient safety and cultural diversity. She has developed numerous patient safety initiatives for healthcare systems, both nationally and internationally. Her experiential knowledge enabled her to develop a model for creating a risk-reduction culture in healthcare through the process of systemic mindfulness. As a result of her leadership and commitment to diversity concerns, she received the 2013 Prism Diversity Award by the American Organization of Nurse Executives.