Rose Lach, RN, PhD
Administrative Director, Medicine
Why did you choose to leave bedside caring?
To help nursing reach its goal of quality patient care, increased patient satisfaction, and a knowledegable, caring nursing staff.
What do you like most about your job?
Conversing with patients and staff which helps me understand how to improve care and leads to better patient and staff satisfaction.
How many years have you been working at LUHS?
I have two terms: the first was fourteen years; after returning to LUHS, ir has now been another eleven years.
Where did you attend nursing school?
I initially attended Evangelical Nursing School and then Coe College in
Cedar Rapids, Iowa to obtain my BSN. I then obtained my MSN from Loyola University Chicago and my PhD from University of Illinois Chicago.
Where have you practiced nursing?
I have practiced nursing in many institutions: LUHS, Rush Medical Center and Rush Homecare, and Mercy Hopital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
How do your nursing skills help in your administrative role?
My nursing skills help me to understand issues and concerns and analyze problems in order to find resolutions. I am also able to better interpret and meet regulations from outside agencies.
Did you receive any additional training or mentoring to help you succeed as an administrator?
My PhD in Nursing Administration. I also attend any continuing education programs offered at LUHS or outside programs as applicable.