President, Southern California region, CommonSpirit/Dignity Health
Jill Welton was named market president of the Dignity Health Southern California Market in March 2024. In her role, she oversees six acute care hospitals – four in Los Angeles County and two in San Bernardino County – and a network of 10,000 employees and 2,000 physicians serving more than 275,000 patients annually. As a former registered nurse, Welton built a career that merges clinical and administrative leadership, previously serving as hospital president of Dignity Health – Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center and as chief operating officer and chief nursing officer at Dignity Health – St. Francis Memorial Hospital in San Francisco. Her leadership has earned her national recognition as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign, reflecting her commitment to equitable, inclusive care.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Cal State Hayward; master’s degree in nursing, Holy Names University, Oakland
First job: Togo’s Sandwich Shop
Favorite charity or cause: Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Favorite book: “I Know This Much Is True” by Wally Lamb
Favorite pastime or hobby: Pickleball
Favorite restaurant for fun: House of Prime Rib
Favorite spot for business meetings: Amici’s
Favorite quote: “When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.” – Maya Angelou