Jill Villella
Dublin,Ohio
Summary
Dedicated Pediatric Oncology Nurse proudly offering more than 17 years' expertise in the healthcare field. A compassionate individual coupled with excellent skills helping to promote positive patient outcomes. Hardworking and committed to prioritizing patients needs.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homemaker, Stay at Home Mom
Self
06.2008 - Current
- Managed 4 busy children and their schedules, three of whom are current college students now
- Volunteered at schools, sports, and music events
- Able to multitask multiple projects
- Active part of PTO
- Self-motivation, problem-solving daily
Registered Nurse
Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
07.2003 - 05.2008
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition
- Managed bone marrow transplant patients prior to, during and after transplant
- Administered blood products, monitoring patient closely for reactions
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
Pediatric Oncology Nurse Outpatient
Ireland Cancer Center
2005 - 2008
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications, and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Monitored sick patients by taking vital signs and reporting abnormal findings
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Notified patient's family by phone to discuss blood counts and the need for further follow-up
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Dayton Children's Hospital
06.2000 - 06.2002
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse
Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
08.1998 - 06.2002
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering chemotherapy,medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients prior to, during, and following bone marrow transplant
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh
06.1990 - 06.1998
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed pediatric patients with medical diagnoses ranging from asthma to diabetes
- Monitored pediatric patient conditions to identify changes and respond promptly.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA1996
Nursing Diploma(RN) -
West Penn Hospital School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA1990
Skills
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Physician Communication
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Administering chemotherapy
- Central line care
- Prioritizing Patients
- Accurate Documentation
Certification
- Current Ohio Nursing License
- BLS certified Aug 2023
Timeline
Homemaker, Stay at Home Mom
Self
06.2008 - Current
Registered Nurse
Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
07.2003 - 05.2008
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Dayton Children's Hospital
06.2000 - 06.2002
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse
Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
08.1998 - 06.2002
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh
06.1990 - 06.1998
Pediatric Oncology Nurse Outpatient
Ireland Cancer Center
2005 - 2008
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Nursing Diploma(RN) -
West Penn Hospital School of Nursing
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