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    Reality-Based Leadership Helps Nurses Cut the Drama So They Can Problem Solve
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    Reality-Based Leadership Helps Nurses Cut the Drama So They Can Problem Solve
    December 18, 2018
    ONS Members Share Education, Resources in Peru
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    ONS Members Share Education, Resources in Peru
    November 16, 2018
    This Week, Recognize and Thank Your Oncology Nurse Practitioner Colleagues
    Advanced practice nursing (APN)
    This Week, Recognize and Thank Your Oncology Nurse Practitioner Colleagues
    November 12, 2018
    ONS Is Proud to Be Part of a City Stronger Than Hate
    Oncology nursing community
    ONS Is Proud to Be Part of a City Stronger Than Hate
    November 05, 2018
    How I Celebrated NCC and Advocated for the Nursing Workforce
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    How I Celebrated NCC and Advocated for the Nursing Workforce
    November 04, 2018
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    Do Cytotoxic Agents Impact Ground Soil or Well Water?
    Safety

    Do Cytotoxic Agents Impact Ground Soil or Well Water?

    When patients go home after receiving their regimen of powerful cytotoxic agents, oncology nurses routinely encourage them to double flush after using the bathroom to ensure that trace amounts of hazardous medication are eliminated from the environment to prevent other members of the household from being exposed. But what happens with chemotherapy chemicals found in human waste as they enter a patient’s septic system—and eventually the water supply?

    January 16, 2019
    Cancer Prevention: Oncology Nurses Save Lives by Raising Awareness
    Cancer prevention

    Cancer Prevention: Oncology Nurses Save Lives by Raising Awareness

    Despite flashy television campaigns, countless pamphlets and brochures, and seemingly constant reminders, people are still unaware of important cancer prevention information. The World Health Organization estimated that 30%–50% of all cancer cases are preventable. But between modifiable behaviors, hereditary and genetic risks, infectious agents, and more, the general public finds itself mostly unprepared to tackle the cancer prevention conversation.

    January 01, 2019
    Former President Bush’s Legacy Holds Strong Commitment to Advancing Cancer Care
    Health Policy

    Former President Bush’s Legacy Holds Strong Commitment to Advancing Cancer Care

    As a staunch advocate for the advancement of cancer treatments, research, and patient care, President George H.W. Bush left an enduring legacy through contributions to the field of oncology and health care in the wake of his death on November 30, 2018. His continued support of healthcare professionals—including oncology nurses—spoke to his administration’s focus before, during, and after his tenure in Washington, DC.

    December 06, 2018
    Surgical Oncology Nursing
    Cancer surgery

    Under the Knife: Supporting Patients’ Needs Throughout Surgical Oncology Care

    People often use idioms—such as “going under the knife” as a euphemism for surgery—to avoid confronting distressing situations, which is even more pronounced when it comes to life events as serious as cancer. But for many patients with cancer, undergoing a surgical procedure is key to positive outcomes, and they count on the expert clinical care and support of their surgical oncology nurses to see them through it.

    December 04, 2018
    How Oncology Nurses Provide Quality Care Through Telephone Triage
    Oncology nurse-patient relationship

    How Oncology Nurses Provide Quality Care Through Telephone Triage

    As a direct line to the oncology team, the phone conversations between nurses and their patients can help address symptoms, foster valuable patient education, provide useful interventions, encourage side effect reporting, and identify potentially life-threatening situations. Ultimately, successful telephone triage requires a unique skill set for oncology nurses to communicate with their patients and recognize underlying issues.

    November 06, 2018
    ONS Is Proud to Be Part of a City Stronger Than Hate
    Oncology nursing community

    ONS Is Proud to Be Part of a City Stronger Than Hate

    On an unseasonably warm Saturday in October, Pittsburgh, PA, was struck by one of the United States’ greatest tragedies in recent history. The shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Squirrel Hill—a quiet, unassuming neighborhood in the heart of the city—sent shockwaves through the community, the country, and the world. On October 24, 2018, one man’s attack violently stole 11 lives from the Jewish community.

    November 05, 2018
    Oncology Nurses Make Impact During ONS’s Hill Days
    Health Policy

    Oncology Nurses Make Impact During ONS’s Hill Days

    The breadth of understanding that can come from a face-to-face conversation is hard to underestimate. More than 100 oncology nurses discovered the power of advocacy, education, and one-on-one conversations during ONS’s 2018 Capitol Hill Days in Washington, DC.

    October 25, 2018
    ONS Member Receives Biden Cancer Initiative’s FIERCE Award
    Cancer moonshot

    ONS Member Receives Biden Cancer Initiative’s FIERCE Award

    As a continuation of the National Cancer Moonshot legacy, the Biden Cancer Initiative (BCI) announced its inaugural roster of FIERCE Award recipients, naming 10 transformative healthcare professionals and institutions who have driven change and positively impacted the lives of their patients with cancer. For her work as an oncology nurse navigator and her accomplishments in patient navigation, ONS member Cynthia Cantril, RN, OCN®, CBCN®, MPH, was named one of the BCI’s FIERCE Award recipients at the Biden Cancer Summit Welcome Reception in Washington, DC, on September 20, 2018.

    October 05, 2018
    Oncology Nurse Appointed to PCORI Board of Governors
    Research

    Oncology Nurse Appointed to PCORI Board of Governors

    As the U.S. government’s arm of patient-centered research, the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research institute (PCORI) is driving new initiatives and opportunities focused on unlocking novel treatment methods and cutting-edge interventions to better care for patients. On September 24, 2018, PCORI announced its new Board of Governors, naming ONS member Christopher Friese, PhD, RN, AOCN®, FAAN, as the agency’s first nursing research representative to hold a seat on the board.

    October 03, 2018
    Oncology Nurses’ Role in Recognizing and Addressing Oncologic Emergencies
    Oncologic emergencies

    Oncology Nurses’ Role in Recognizing and Addressing Oncologic Emergencies

    Most emergencies can manifest in the blink of an eye. Whether it’s a medical emergency, a car accident, an act of nature, or something else, emergencies are sudden crises that require swift, immediate action. For many patients with cancer, among the most distressing challenges along the treatment journey is the possibility of experiencing an oncologic emergency.

    October 02, 2018
    Deborah Watkins Bruner
    Research

    Emory University Appoints Oncology Nurse as Senior Vice President of Research

    Building on a long career as a pioneer in oncology nursing research and cancer clinical trials, ONS member Deborah Watkins Bruner, RN, PhD, FAAN, has been named the senior vice president of research at Emory University in Atlanta, GA, a newly created position that serves on the Emory president’s leadership team. Effective October 1, 2018, Bruner’s leadership, expertise, and research experience will guide Emory’s interprofessional research efforts and promote education and training for future researchers, including nurse scientists.

    September 24, 2018
    Caring for Patients Through All Levels of Survivorship
    Survivorship

    Caring for Patients Through All Levels of Survivorship

    The medical terms for living with and beyond a cancer diagnosis identify patients as entering the survivorship phase of their cancer journey. However, as science continues to develop new treatments responsible for extending patients’ lives, new levels of survivorship are being determined.

    September 04, 2018
    Longstanding NINR Director Retires After Two Decades of Developing Nursing Science
    Research

    Longstanding NINR Director Retires After Two Decades of Developing Nursing Science

    Patricia Grady, RN, PhD, FAAN, has defined a generation of nurse science and patient-centered research, serving as the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) director for more than 23 years. Under her charge, NINR has grown into one of the foremost federal agencies supporting the scope of the nursing research community, driving groundbreaking initiatives and furthering clinical practice.

    August 31, 2018
    Remembering ONS Member Meneses’ Contributions to Oncology Nursing
    ONS News

    Meneses Left Legacy of Contributions to Cancer Survivorship and Quality of Life

    Long-time ONS member and oncology nurse scientist Karen Meneses, PhD, RN, FAAN, Professor and Associate Dean for Research at the School of Nursing at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) passed away unexpectedly on August 1, 2018.

    August 06, 2018
    Using CTCAE to Report Immunotherapy Adverse Events
    Adverse events

    Using CTCAE to Report Immunotherapy Adverse Events

    Although immunotherapy is changing the face of cancer care, it’s not exempt from side effects. As researchers and clinicians work to understand immune-related adverse events and how to manage them, a new challenge is emerging: reporting and grading them to get an accurate grasp on incidence rates and to standardize care to ensure better outcomes for patients. The Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE) is one tool that’s helping researchers and bedside nurses do just that. 

    August 01, 2018
    What Happens if Patients With Cancer Have Bedbugs?
    Safety

    What Happens if Patients With Cancer Have Bedbugs?

    Lurking in the dark corners of bedrooms across the country, unseen figures wait to feast of the blood of humans and animals alike. When the lights go dark, they come out for dinner. No, they’re not vampires or mystical beasts—they’re bedbugs. These parasitic insects feed exclusively on the blood of humans and animals and are a prevalent parasite in the United States. 

    July 19, 2018
    What to Do When Your Patients Talk About Medical Aid in Dying
    End of life (EOL)

    What to Do When Your Patients Talk About Medical Aid in Dying

    Despite groundbreaking treatments, novel medications, fast-tracked drug approvals, and cutting-edge science, a terminal diagnosis is still a reality for many patients with cancer. Having end-of-life discussions with patients and their family members is a difficult part of oncology nursing, but it’s necessary to provide the highest quality of care and education possible. With more news reports emerging about states introducing—and passing—medical aid in dying legislation, oncology nurses will face questions about the process from patients and caregivers.

    July 02, 2018
    Monitoring Document for Monoclonal Antibodies
    Oncology nurse influence

    Oncology Nurse Develops Monitoring Document for Monoclonal Antibodies

    It’s a rote but important phrase: Necessity is the mother of invention. When a need presents itself, developing novel, inventive solutions can lead to important change. But inventive change doesn’t have to come on a massive scale: small inventions can still have a big impact.

    June 22, 2018
    The Intersection of Radiation and Medical Oncology Nursing
    Radiation therapy

    The Intersection of Radiation and Medical Oncology Nursing

    Misconceptions about radiation treatments, associated side effects, and impact on patient care still permeate medical oncology for patients and providers alike. As educators, patient advocates, and caregivers, radiation oncology nurses play a critical role in the successful treatment and support of patients with cancer.

    June 05, 2018
    Oncology Nurses Enhance Cancer Care Through Mentorship Opportunities
    nursing professional development

    Oncology Nurses Enhance Cancer Care Through Mentorship Opportunities

    Whether it’s with your smiling patient who always brings sweets to her appointments, the colleague Who started when you did, an inquisitive family member, or your supervisor, relationships are an ever-evolving component of successful oncology nursing careers. Fostering professional relationships among colleagues can often lead to mentoring opportunities that are mutually beneficial for mentors and mentees.

    May 01, 2018
    Jill Biden Works With ONS Members and Others to Understand the Caregiver Experience
    Oncology nurse influence

    Jill Biden Works With ONS Members and Others to Understand the Caregiver Experience

    In coffee shops around the country, between clicking cups and grinding coffee beans, former second lady of the United States, Jill Biden, EdD, is quietly gathering small groups of oncology nurses, care coordinators, social workers, and family members who support patients with cancer to discuss the obstacles facing caregivers throughout the cancer journey. As part of the Biden Cancer Initiative’s (BCI’s) continued work to improve oncology care, this coterie of caregivers is heralding the trials and triumphs that come with addressing the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients with cancer.

    April 26, 2018
    ONS Gathers Healthcare Experts, Government Agencies for Policy Summit
    Health Policy

    ONS Gathers Healthcare Experts, Government Agencies for Policy Summit

    Nurse practitioners (NPs) are key to improving the quality of care for their patients with cancer through advocacy—both in institutions across the country and in legislative offices on Capitol Hill. With the intent to remove barriers so NPs can help move the needle for healthcare policy, ONS’s Center for Advocacy and Health Policy held the summit, “Policy Barriers and Opportunities to NPs in Oncology,” on April 10, 2018, in Washington, DC.

    April 19, 2018
    The Role of Oncology Nursing Navigation Continues to Grow
    Nurse navigator

    The Role of Oncology Nursing Navigation Continues to Grow

    Oncology nurse navigators (ONNs) fill a critical, ever-growing role in cancer care settings across the country, providing patients with the resources, education, and care coordination they need to successfully navigate their cancer journey. By reducing barriers and burdens on patients and their caregivers, ONNs help lead patients from initial diagnosis, during treatment, into survivorship, and often through end-of-life care. 

    April 17, 2018
    Supporting Second Victims Will Make Your Practice Safer
    Safety

    Supporting Second Victims Will Make Your Practice Safer

    Adverse events and traumatic moments send shockwaves through the entire care team. As families grieve the loss of a loved one, providers can often suffer from feelings of overwhelming guilt, remorse, or helplessness. When clinicians struggle with the aftermath of a tragic care event, they become known as second victims. Second victim experiences can lead to lapses in safety and care and could be potentially dangerous for future patients.

    April 12, 2018
    ONS Scholar-in-Residence Will Drive Nursing Research, Highlight Scientists
    ONS News

    ONS Scholar-in-Residence Will Drive Nursing Research, Highlight Scientists

    Whether being called on to inform the National Cancer Moonshot Initiative, develop novel resources for patients with prostate cancer, or create programs for smoking cessation, nurse scientists are continually advancing patient-centered oncology care. Nurse researcher contributions have led to improved patient outcomes, better symptom management interventions, and overall quality of care. As part of its commitment to future nursing research, ONS created a new scholar-in-residence position to drive and inform the Society’s research agenda and highlight the integral work of ONS member nurse scientists who are moving the needle for patients with cancer.

    April 11, 2018
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