Dr. Rocchio, senior vice president and chief nurse executive at Mercy, leads over 12,000 nurses and oversees strategic clinical, and operational excellence across various nursing departments. She is known for her innovative approach, notably launching “Mercy Works On Demand,” a gig nursing workforce platform that has saved $52 million in premium labor costs while improving nurse scheduling flexibility. Under her leadership, Mercy has also developed technology solutions like an automated inventory system and a perioperative dashboard to enhance efficiency. Dr. Rocchio continues to practice as a certified registered nurse anesthetist, which informs her leadership. She is frequently featured in industry podcasts, journals and conferences, sharing insights on technology’s role in nursing.
