Rocha Recognized for Nursing Excellence

Providence, RI – September 21, 2017 – Jean Marie Rocha, MPH, RN, of East Providence, has been recognized by Rhode Island Monthly and the Rhode Island State Nurses Association as “nurse of the year in a non-traditional setting.” Rocha serves as vice president of clinical affairs at the Hospital Association of Rhode Island, and is responsible for clinical performance measurement, quality improvement, patient care standards, accreditation and regulatory compliance, and professional licensing.

A diverse panel of judges selected winners in 13 categories. Honorees will be recognized in the September issue of Rhode Island Monthly.

“Nurses are central to our healthcare system and their work deserves recognition, said M. Teresa Paiva Weed, president. “I congratulate Gina and her peers for their accomplishments and thank them for caring for the most vulnerable citizens of our state.”

Before joining the Hospital Association, she worked at the Rhode Island Department of Health as director of nurse registration and nursing education. She also served as the project manager of the Rhode Island Health Quality Performance Measurement and Reporting Program.

Ms. Rocha received a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Rhode Island and a master’s degree in public health from Boston University.

Ms. Rocha is a licensed nurse in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Founded over a half century ago, the Hospital Association of Rhode Island is a statewide trade organization that assists member hospitals in effectively meeting the health care needs of Rhode Island, through advocacy, representation, education and services. HARI members work collaboratively to improve the quality of care delivered and address issues threatening access to health care including increasing health costs, rising drug prices and decreasing reimbursement. HARI members work together to ensure that all Rhode Islanders will receive comprehensive, high-quality health care.