Dr. Jill Rankin joined the Hiram community in August 2016, as adjunct faculty for the Pediatric Nursing course. In January 2017, she became a full time assistant professor for the Terriers. Dr. Rankin has been teaching in higher education since 2008, and has taught Community Nursing and Nursing Research in the past. Her pediatric clinical experience spans among various pediatric specialties, including hematology/oncology, same day surgery, medical/surgical, and neonatal intensive/sub intensive nursing. Dr. Rankin is a member of Sigma Theta Tau XiXi Chapter, and was awarded the Excellence in Research Award (2014) and the Excellence in Nursing Education (2018). Dr. Rankin is a member of the Ohio Nurses Association. She volunteers for multiple local school & church events.
- D.N.P., Nursing Practice, Carlow University
- M.S., Nursing, Youngstown State University
- B.S., Nursing, Youngstown State University
Research Interests
- Pediatric Nursing
- Political Advocacy in Nursing
- Nursing Education
Selected Publications
- January 2018
Elsevier Nursing Education Annual Conference
Growth and Development in 21st Century Learning - August 2016
Contributing Author: Caring for Children: Principles of Pediatric Nursing 7th Edition
J. Ball, R. Binder, K.Cowen/Pearson - October 2014
Akron Children’s Hospital The Kids 2014: Law & Order: Legal & Ethical Issues in Pediatric Nursing Practice
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: Knowledge and Advocacy Promotes Patient Outcomes - July 2014
Contributing Author: Concept Mapping 4th Edition
Dr. Pamela Schuster/ F.A. Davis Company
Fun Facts
- Mom’s taxi for 3 children
- Has 2 Dogs: Rex and Rudy
- Loves watching football
