Dr. Rocchio serves as executive vice president and chief nurse executive for Advocate Health, the nation’s third-largest nonprofit integrated health system, providing executive leadership for more than 42,000 nurses. She oversees systemwide nursing services and professional practice, aligning workforce strategy, quality, technology adoption and regulatory compliance across a highly complex, multi-state organization. Dr. Rocchio joined Advocate Health in November 2025, with 30 years of nursing experience. In her first year in the role, Dr. Rocchio has focused on advancing data-driven nursing operations and leveraging analytics to support a multigenerational workforce. Her leadership emphasizes innovation in care delivery while strengthening nurse engagement and workplace culture. Prior to joining Advocate Health, she served as chief nurse executive at Chesterfield, Mo.-based Mercy, where she built a reputation for integrating technology and analytics into nursing practice. Dr. Rocchio has led organizations with multiple Magnet and “Pathway to Excellence” designations.
