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In the realm of oncology nursing, challenges abound, but so do the rewards. Prioritizing patients' physical, emotional, and practical needs is essential throughout their cancer journey. Thanks to the dedication of oncology nurses, we make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. https://ow.ly/iteu50RGba3 #OncologyNursingMonth

Empowered by Knowledge Louise Labuschagne completed a free cancer course. "I was asked to provide feedback on the AICF course, a valuable resource for nurses seeking to enhance their understanding of cancer and the challenges faced by our patients. The most significant benefit I gained from this course was personal growth. I learned to change my approach, improve my communication, and prioritize patient needs. Patients and their families trust us with their lives, especially when facing a life-altering cancer diagnosis. This course helped me develop the patience and skills needed to support them effectively. It covers essential topics, going beyond theory to delve into the emotional and psychological aspects of patient care. This includes palliative support, quick decision-making, and our role in supporting not only the patient but also their family and friends. Furthermore, it equipped me with the confidence to lead training for my colleagues, which was an enriching experience. The AICF course provided me with valuable knowledge and personal growth. I'm eager to share what I've learned, and I'm grateful to our Nursing Manager, Sharon Erasmus, the ICCF trainer, Vivian, and CANCERCARE for making this opportunity possible"- Oncology Nursing Sister Supervisor Louise Labuschagne. Seize the moment and register for our complimentary Oncology course using the link below: Course: Oncology Nursing (https://bit.ly/48M9437 ). This program also offers Continued Professional Development (CPD) opportunities for healthcare practitioners, allowing them to earn annual credits while advancing their expertise. Learn more at https://bit.ly/48M9437 #oncologyexcellence #EmpoweringCare #aicftraining #EmpowerThroughKnowledge

Onboarding patients is such an important step in the medical treatment process.

I'm happy to share our newest article, coming from my doctoral work. Arthur Frank, a Canadian sociologist, argues that when someone is diagnosed with cancer, the diagnosis irreversibly changes that person's story and sense of self, causing a "narrative wreckage". While your story becomes "shipwrecked by the storm of disease" (as stated by Frank), storytelling (and telling stories about your illness experience, or about who you were before your illness) can repair and reorient your story and sense of self into new terrain, to help generate a new story and sense of self for your life with (and hopefully after) your illness experience. In our paper, we extend on this conceptualization, arguing that narrative repair is not solely an individual process. Rather, we highlight that when a child is diagnosed with cancer, an entire family's story and sense of being has been shipwrecked, and that pediatric oncology nurses, in the proximity they have and relationships they build with these families, engage in narrative repair for the families. These nurses also further engage in narrative repair in their own moral identities, as their work often limits them from fully being the "nurse they want to be". I'm really proud of this paper - check it out if you like!

DNP and PhD-prepared nurses have a dynamic partnership essential in advancing oncology care. DNPs bring robust clinical expertise, appreciative inquiry, and evidence-based implementation to identify pressing practice concerns and gaps in the nursing literature. PhDs harness research acumen to transform these challenges into rigorous inquiries to close the research gaps. This symbiotic relationship spurs evidence-based practice, leading to more quickly disseminated, implemented care improving patient outcomes. The?Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing?invites full-length oncology manuscript submissions highlighting this powerful combination, showcasing collaborative, innovative research-to-practice initiatives that have affected patient care. Please submit your manuscript by December 31, 2024, for consideration. Visit ons.org/cjon/authors for details on preparing and submitting a manuscript, or email me at [email protected]?with any questions or to discuss your potential topic. https://lnkd.in/g6uTUak6

Do you work with clinical trials?? Your insights are crucial in shaping the field and updating the nursing competencies. Please take a moment to fill out this survey before 5/14. As a bonus, you’ll unlock a complimentary e-book for sharing your expertise. https://lnkd.in/eGHpZRXU Oncology Nursing Society Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch #researchnurse #oncologyclinicalresearch

?? Counting down til the 49th Annual Oncology Nursing Society Congress begins tomorrow? Us too! ?? Check out this video interview with this year's ONS Congress Content Planning Team Chair Colleen McCracken, MSN, RN, CMSRN, CHPN, OCN, who discusses key highlights and what attendees should know about this year's congress. ?? Watch here: https://buff.ly/4ddyZDg #ONScongress #ONS2024 #ONS24

Two complete opposites in terms of implementation: 1. Barriers to scalp cooling with regards potential introduction and 2. Implementation to complement significant growth and demand for scalp cooling. The diversity within the UK is incredible. Look forward to answering your questions at UKONS.

?? NEW ONS CASE STUDY ACTIVITY!! ?? If you are an oncology nurse caring for a diverse population, check out this new case study activity highlighting the assessment and nursing management of skin toxicities from anticancer therapy. https://lnkd.in/eZAMd_ur #oncology #cancercare #immunotherapy

Out Now: Listen to the Oncology Nursing Podcast episode 321: Nursing Strategies to Reduce Readmission Rates for Patients With Cancer and learn how comprehensive discharge planning, addressing patient education, support systems, and resource availability, can make a difference in preventing readmissions for patients with cancer. https://bit.ly/3WiFLjj