2018 Oncology Nursing Certification Review Course

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1 2018 Oncology Nursing Certification Review Course This one day course will be presented on: Thursday, September 20, :00 AM 5:00 PM The Christ Hospital; Cancer Center Conference Room; D Level 2139 Auburn Avenue; Cincinnati, Ohio Presented by: Gigi Robison, MSN, APRN-CNS, AOCN FACULTY: Gigi Robison, MSN, RN, AOCN works as the Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist at The Christ Hospital. She earned her BSN from University of Cincinnati, and earned her Masters degree in Oncology Nursing at Case Western Reserve University. She received her OCN ( Oncology Certified Nurse ) credential in 1990, 1994, and 1998, and received her AOCN ( Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse ) credential in 1997, 2001, 2005, 2009, 2013, and Gigi was licensed by the Ohio Board of Nursing as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Gigi has practiced in oncology nursing for thirty six years. She frequently presents on topics related to oncology nursing, and has taught courses for Oncology Nursing Certification Courses since Her oncology nursing experiences include working with pediatric and adult populations, and working in inpatient and outpatient oncology settings. Ms. Robison has been a faculty member for the ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy course from 1999 to 2013, and she has served as a medical-legal consultant for chemotherapy extravasation cases. Gigi brings a unique blend of experience, humor, and story telling to this presentation.

2 LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: The course will be held at The Christ Hospital in Cancer Center Conference Room, on D level. The Christ Hospital is located at 2139 Auburn Ave; Cincinnati, Ohio For more detailed directions, call MISSION STATEMENT: Oncology Nurse Consultants is committed to ensuring quality oncology nursing care in a costeffective manner through education and consultation. TARGET AUDIENCE Experienced oncology nurses who desire to update their knowledge of oncology nursing, or nurses who are preparing to sit for the OCN exam. CONTACT HOURS This program is provided by The Christ Hospital and has been awarded 7.66 contact hours of nursing continuing education credit. Participants must attend 80% of the CE activity and complete an evaluation of the CE activity. All of the planners and the presenter of this CE activity have disclosed no conflict of interest and have no financial interest related to this activity. The Christ Hospital, (OH-323, 8/1/2016) is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Ohio Nurses Association (OBN ), an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center s Commission on Accreditation. COURSE OBJECTIVES: This one day course is designed to provide oncology nurses with a broad foundation of oncology nursing knowledge, based on the 2018 Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) Test Blueprint, and to provide nurses with an opportunity to practice their test-taking skills.

3 ONCOLOGY NURSING CERTIFICATION REVIEW COURSE: Thurs, 9/20/2018 AGENDA TOPICS AND OBJECTIVES Health Promotion, Disease Prevention, Screening, and Early Detection - State five strategies to prevent, detect or screen for major cancers, including breast, prostate, colon, skin, and cervical cancer. Scientific Basis for Practice - Discuss two key concepts related to each of these components of the scientific basis for oncology nursing practice, including carcinogenesis, immunology, genetics, tumor classification, common metastatic sites, and clinical trials. Major Treatment Modalities - Describe two key concepts and two nursing interventions related to each of these major cancer treatment modalities: surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, biotherapy, hematopoietic stem cell transplant. Psychosocial Dimensions of Care. - Discuss one key concept and two strategies to manage each psychosocial dimensions of care: anxiety, depression, altered body image, cultural issues, and loss of personal control. Test Taking Skills for the OCN exam - List five test-taking strategies that will assist you in preparing to take the OCN exam. Oncological Emergencies (Metabolic) - Discuss one risk factor, one prevention strategy, two assessment criteria, and two interventions to manage patients who are experiencing metabolic oncological emergencies, including DIC, septic shock, TLS, anaphylaxis, and hypercalcemia. Oncological Emergencies (Structural) - Discuss one risk factor, one prevention strategy, two assessment criteria, and two interventions to manage patients who are experiencing structural oncological emergencies, including cardiac tamponade, SCC, and SVCS. Managing Symptoms in Oncology Patients - Describe one risk factor, two assessment components, and two management strategies (including pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies) for managing alterations in comfort, alterations in protective mechanisms, and alterations in circulatory function. - Describe one risk factor, two assessment components, and two management strategies (including pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies) for managing alterations in GI and GU function, alterations in respiratory function, and alterations in neurological function. Sexuality Issues for Oncology Patients - Describe one risk factor, two assessment components, and two interventions for persons with cancer who are experiencing reproductive issues and sexual dysfunction. Palliative and End of Life Care - Discuss principles and interventions related to palliative and end of life care, including the loss and grief; bereavement process; symptom management; and hospice care. Cancer Survivorship - Explain the concept of cancer survivorship, and the management of acute and late effects, long term follow up, and other survivorship issues. Professional Performance - Discuss two key concepts related to each of these areas of professional performance: cancer resources, evidenced based practice; education process; legal issues; patient advocacy; and Q/A. * Program Evaluation - CE s are awarded

4 QUESTIONS? Please contact Gigi Robison, MSN, APRN-CNS, AOCN regarding any questions about this program by phone ( ) or by REGISTRATION FEE: FREE to RNs employed by The Christ Hospital, - $ for RNs employed outside of The Christ Hospital.. FEE INCLUDES: all handouts, breakfast, lunch, snacks, and contact hours. CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY: Full refund will be provided if cancellation is received one week before the course date. After this date, a service charge will be assessed. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 14, 2018 FEEDBACK FROM PAST PARTICIPANTS: Great study information to take test for OCN certification! Course will help me apply information to make informed decisions about how I treat patients and provide accurate information to questions they have. I feel more prepared for my test in November. Very thorough. I will provide improved patient care and education. Professional explanation of cancer and care of the cancer patient. Allowed me to realize my strengths and weaknesses. Good questions for test, good review & lots of good information. Symptom management and oncological emergencies very helpful. I will provide more comprehensive care and more supportive suggestions for medication management. Gigi is always well prepared. Very informative and fun!! Facility way great. Food good. As usual great job Gigi. NEXT DATE THAT THE ONCOLOGY NURSING CERTIFICATION REVIEW COURSE WILL BE OFFERED: April, 2019

5 REGISTRATION FORM: 2018 Oncology Nursing Certification Review Course Thursday, September 20, 2018 Name: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone: Employer: Address: RN License #: RN License State: Check the applicable Registration Fees: Free to RNs employed by The Christ Hospital Health Network Registration after Fri, : Add late fee $ / per RN (not employed at The Christ Hospital) Make check payable to: Oncology Nurse Consultants Payment Options; Please check option 1, 2 or 3: OPTION 1: OPTION 2: OPTION 3: Mail Registration Form & Check to: Oncology Nurse Consultants 3265 Linwood Avenue; Cincinnati, Ohio scanned Registration Form to: jeanene.robison@thechristhospital.com (Bring check to course). Fax Registration Form to (Bring check to course) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 14, 2018