Oncology Nursing Society

Join LUNGevity Foundation and ONS in a 90-minute webinar on breaking down financial barriers for patients in clinical trials. Learn about the Equitable Access to Clinical Trials resources, and get essential insights for clinical trial site staff. ONS is offering NCPD credits for registered nurses who attend live or on-demand. https://bit.ly/48Z37k0

Ready to make a difference in your career and community? Explore volunteer roles that boost your career and give back at https://bit.ly/4eR6YB3

On this day in 1911, Virginia Barkley, RN, MS, a true cancer advocacy and education pioneer was born. Through her work with the American Cancer Society, Virginia traveled across all 50 states and many countries, educating nurses, physicians, and public health officials. Her work led to the first National Conference on Cancer Nursing, a pivotal event that helped inspire the founding of ONS. Honor her legacy and support the future of oncology nursing by donating today: https://bit.ly/4i5I6s2

In this week’s #ONFImpact story we’re featuring Felix Chumo, RN, from Nairobi, Kenya, a 2024 ONS Congress? scholarship recipient. With support from the Oncology Nursing Foundation, Felix was able to attend ONS Congress to deepen his expertise and bring the latest advancements back to his cancer center, where it will benefit both his patients and nursing team. Want to join oncology nurses from around the world at the largest conference dedicated to oncology nursing? Apply for a scholarship today: https://bit.ly/4hVXqHG

Psychiatric symptoms, patient age, daily care hours, and lack of rotational support are factors that heavily affect primary caregivers’ burden. Read more about caregivers of patients with cancer in an online exclusive for Oncology Nursing Forum. https://bit.ly/4fJ2Qno

Meet the ONS Board Directors! ?? Listen to the latest Oncology Nursing Podcast episode 337: Meet the ONS Board of Directors: Haynes, Wilson, and Yackzan as they discuss their careers, paths to serving on the Board, and passions in oncology. https://bit.ly/3CxoYCT ? #oncologynursingpodcast

Registration for 50th Annual ONS Congress? is open! If you’re ready to join the largest conference dedicated to oncology nursing, the Oncology Nursing Foundation is offering scholarships to help cover registration, travel, and daily expenses, making it easier for nurses and students to attend. Applications close in less than a month on December 1, so don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and grow with peers. https://bit.ly/4hJYxdd

This National Hospice and Palliative Care Awareness Month, help us get the Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (PCHETA) passed before the year ends! Your voice matters—contact your legislators today to support this critical bill. https://bit.ly/4eyaiAU

Nurses have a dedication to ensuring that patients can understand and apply health information to make personal and treatment-related decisions—a hurdle that’s particularly challenging in the context of health literacy. Read more about how oncology nurses are making an impact in the ONS Voice article below: https://bit.ly/3AKFMWi

In honor of National NP Week, ONS thanks and supports the oncology NPs who relentlessly pursue excellence, striving for the best for their patients from diagnosis through survivorship. THANK YOU! #NPWeek?