08/11/2026
At University Hospitals, we’re committed to investing in the ongoing growth and success of our people. People such as Lauren R., Nursing Director at UH MacDonald Women’s Hospital and OB Hospital Services. When Lauren began her nursing career at UH, working in nurse leadership wasn’t necessarily at the top of her mind. As Lauren recalls, “I found so much joy in being part of one of the most memorable moments in a family’s life, I felt like I would just continue in this role. It was the belief others had in me—seeing something I couldn’t yet see in myself—that inspired me to step into a new way of serving nursing and my community, away from the bedside.”
Since joining UH, Lauren has grown from a unit-based manager into a system-level leader and an expert in how culture, operations, and equity intersect. Lauren says, “My time at UH has strengthened my ability to lead with clarity, build collaborative teams, and design workflows that truly support patients and staff. I’ve learned to think more strategically, communicate more intentionally, and advocate more boldly—especially for vulnerable populations and the teams who care for them.”
We’re proud to have supported Lauren at every step of her career journey. Through our UHLAP program, Employee Resource Groups, Lean Six Sigma training and Case Executive leadership program, we’ve provided Lauren with the resources to continually develop her capabilities and confidence.
Mentoring has also been key to Lauren’s growth. As Lauren says, “I'm very fortunate to have leaders within the organization who have helped me and advocated for me when I'm not in the room. My growth has been shaped by mentors who trusted me early, challenged me thoughtfully, and modeled the kind of leader I’d like to become.”
If you’d like to join a healthcare leader that invests in your future, come to University Hospitals. Explore our openings and apply today. https://tinyurl.com/fexeswkz