Jaclyn Fratini MSN, RN, OCN
Media,PA
Summary
Oncology-certified nurse leader with 10+ years of progressive oncology and nursing leadership experience within a high-acuity academic medical center. Extensive clinical expertise in chemotherapy and biotherapy administration, oncology nursing, patient education, clinical competency validation, and management of complex oncology populations. Progressive leadership experience as an Assistant Nurse Manager, Clinical Practice Leader, and Clinical Nurse Educator, with demonstrated success in staff development, operations, quality improvement, regulatory readiness, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in supporting safe chemotherapy delivery, developing oncology-specific competencies, coaching clinical staff, and using quality and operational data to improve patient care. Strong understanding of the oncology patient journey and the coordination required to deliver safe, efficient, patient-centered care across the continuum.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Educator
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Philadelphia, PA
11.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement clinical education programs, competency validation, and targeted learning initiatives to support safe, high-quality nursing practice.
- Conducted educational needs assessments, translating clinical, quality, and regulatory findings into actionable staff education.
- Monitored nursing-sensitive quality indicators, partnering with leaders to implement interventions that enhanced patient safety and quality outcomes.
- Partner with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient throughput, discharge coordination, and operational efficiency.
- Provide ongoing coaching and real-time clinical education to support staff development, accountability, and professional growth.
- Partnered with regulatory leadership to achieve 100% staff completion of mandatory education prior to the opening of a new clinical unit.
- Develop clinical reference tools and evidence-based resources to support consistent practice and staff competency.
- Facilitated collaboration among nursing, medical, and ancillary teams to eliminate barriers to safe and efficient patient care.
Clinical Practice Leader – Oncology
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Served as an oncology clinical leader supporting nurses caring for complex medical and hematologic oncology patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and other systemic cancer treatments.
- Led onboarding, orientation, and specialty-specific competency validation for oncology nurses, ensuring proficiency in safe chemotherapy administration and management of treatment-related complications.
- Maintained and validated staff competency related to chemotherapy/biotherapy administration, central line management, oncologic emergencies, symptom management, and safe medication practices.
- Developed evidence-based education and clinical refreshers related to evolving oncology therapies, chemotherapy protocols, treatment toxicities, and supportive care.
- Supported nurses in the clinical management of patients receiving complex oncology treatment regimens, including recognition and escalation of infusion reactions, hypersensitivity reactions, tumor lysis syndrome, neutropenic complications, and other oncologic emergencies.
- Collaborated with oncology providers, pharmacy, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to promote safe and coordinated cancer care.
- Analyzed safety events and quality data and translated findings into targeted education and performance improvement initiatives.
- Monitored unit quality metrics and partnered with leadership to implement strategies addressing patient safety, clinical outcomes, and regulatory requirements.
- Participated in evidence-based practice and research initiatives focused on improving oncology care delivery and patient outcomes.
Assistant Nurse Manager – Oncology
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Covered Interim Nurse Manager: March–June 2019; December 2020–March 2021
- Provided operational and clinical leadership for a high-acuity oncology nursing team caring for patients with complex medical and hematologic malignancies.
- Supported daily staffing, patient assignments, resource allocation, and operational decision-making to maintain safe and efficient patient care.
- Supervised RNs, nursing assistants, and unit secretaries while promoting accountability, professional development, and high standards of patient care.
- Supported safe delivery of chemotherapy, biotherapy, and complex oncology treatments through staff education, competency validation, and clinical oversight.
- Participated in recruitment, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and retention of nursing staff.
- Coached staff regarding clinical performance, professional development, patient safety, and adherence to organizational standards.
- Led and supported performance improvement initiatives aligned with organizational quality and safety goals.
- Collaborated with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacy, case management, and other interdisciplinary partners to address complex patient care needs.
- Facilitated staff engagement and promoted a culture of psychological safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Participated in leadership meetings and operational decision-making related to staffing, patient flow, quality, and patient experience.
- Served as Interim Nurse Manager during two leadership transitions, providing continuity of clinical and operational oversight.
Oncology/Chemotherapy RN – Clinical Nurse II
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
07.2016 - 01.2019
- Provided direct care to complex adult oncology patients receiving chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and supportive cancer treatments.
- Administered chemotherapy and biotherapy in accordance with established protocols, institutional policies, and oncology standards of practice.
- Managed patients receiving complex multi-agent treatment regimens and monitored for treatment-related toxicities and complications.
- Recognized and rapidly responded to infusion reactions, hypersensitivity reactions, oncologic emergencies, neutropenic complications, and other treatment-related adverse events.
- Provided comprehensive patient and family education regarding chemotherapy treatment plans, expected side effects, symptom management, and when to seek medical attention.
- Collaborated closely with oncology physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate complex cancer care.
- Managed central venous access devices and supported safe administration of intravenous cancer therapies.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans based on diagnosis, treatment regimen, comorbidities, treatment response, and patient-specific needs.
- Provided supportive and end-of-life care for patients with advanced malignancies while supporting patients and families throughout the cancer journey.
Telemetry/Cardiac Stepdown RN
Hahnemann University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
08.2013 - 07.2016
- Managed high-acuity cardiac and medical patients in a stepdown environment.
- Interpreted telemetry and EKGs and recognized changes requiring immediate clinical intervention.
- Provided post-procedure monitoring, medication administration, patient education, and care coordination.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support safe transitions of care.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Faculty & Education Track
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA12-2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Neumann University
Aston, PA05-2013
Skills
- Oncology Nursing Care
- Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Administration
- Oncology Clinical Competency Validation
- Nursing Operations & Staff Management
- Clinical Education & Professional Development
- Patient Safety & Quality Improvement
- Regulatory Readiness & Compliance
- Staff Recruitment, Onboarding & Retention
- Performance Management & Coaching
- Patient & Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Throughput & Care Coordination
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Change Management
- Workforce Development
- Nursing-Sensitive Quality Indicators
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Pennsylvania, Active through 2028-10, Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Active through 2026-12 (renewal in process), Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certified, Active through 2028-03, Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, Active through 2028-09, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, Active through 2027-08
Affiliations
- Oncology Clinical Effectiveness Team – Patient Experience Committee Lead
- Penn Medicine Patient Experience Representative
- Co-Lead, Oncology Educational Series
- Co-Lead, Preceptor Course Development
- Acute Care in Oncology Simulation Facilitator
- PennChart Documentation Workgroup
- Regulatory Readiness Champion
- Restraint Workgroup
- Care for the Care Provider Leader
- Nurse Leadership Ethics Fellowship Participant
- Non-Pharmacological Pain Workgroup
- Oncology Nursing Society
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- Wound Treatment Course Completed
- Be The Match Fundraising Champion
- CPR Instructor Course in Progress
- PPMC Representative – UPHS Falls System Group
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Educator
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Clinical Practice Leader – Oncology
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
05.2022 - 11.2024
Assistant Nurse Manager – Oncology
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
01.2019 - 05.2022
Oncology/Chemotherapy RN – Clinical Nurse II
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
07.2016 - 01.2019
Telemetry/Cardiac Stepdown RN
Hahnemann University Hospital
08.2013 - 07.2016
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Faculty & Education Track
Drexel University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Neumann University