S O U T h E A S T M I N N E S O T A c H a P T E R Membership Benefits Have you ever wondered what Oncology Nursing Society is, and why anyone would want to be a member? ONS is a nationally certified organization leading oncology nurses in advancing excellence in quality nursing care. (https://www.ons.org/about/ mission) Once a national member you can pick a local chapter to also be involved in. Both national membership and local membership have several benefits to enhance both your knowledge in your career field and your professionalism as an oncology nurse. Below is listed just a few of these benefits. National Membership Monthly Journal Articles to enhance your learning about new a novel therapies and tools to assist in patient care. Access to Free CEUs and programs to enhance your learning One free membership to local chapter of your choice. Discount Registration to National Congress and or additional programs. Network of Oncology Nurses across the nation to troubleshoot and brainstorm new ways of addressing issues. Local SE MN Membership Free programs and CEU s Opportunities for Scholarships Opportunities to network with other nurses in your area. Opportunities to enhance your learning and career skills 50% Reimbursement for ONCC recertification Chances to win free national memberships Spring Edition Volume 30 No. 2 FYI: Hyperlinks in this Newsletter can be accessed by using /Ctrl:Click Link
2017 Board Members President Ashley Engelmann Past-President Theresa Gannon President-elect Amy Barnett Treasurer Kelli Fee-Schroeder Secretary Catherine Gruhn Program Chairs Sherry Looker Laura Larsen Membership Chair Kim Holm Newsletter Chair Crystal Hilger Nominating Chair Cheryl Anderson Directors at Large Lorelei Hanson Molly Buchtman Legislative Liaison Sarah Valinski President s Corner / Fall Edition It s almost Summer!!! I hope everyone is starting to get excited about their summer vacations! The SE MN ONS chapter is getting ready for the anticipated yearly event, Rollin on the River. I look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of the amazing nurses we have in this chapter. As May approaches I know I mirror all the patients that you have come into contact with by saying... Thank you for all the amazing care you provide. Your care doesn t go unnoticed! Ashley Engelmann President
Happy Oncology Nurses Month from the Southeast Minnesota Chapter of Oncology Nurses Society! Oncology Nurses: Fearless Commitment. Endless Compassion. You're there to explain the diagnosis, guide them through treatment, celebrate their victories, and comfort them through the unimaginable. No matter what, you provide fearless commitment and endless compassion to your patients everyday. That's why we celebrate you, the oncology nurse, this month and every month after! This year, as a small token of appreciation, our chapter is awarding 75 lucky members a gift of a Multipurpose Carryall Bag. Watch your email the first week of May!! This versatile bag is made of durable polyester and features a front mesh pocket for ID or cell phone, zippered compartments and a carrying strap. Perfect for personal items or electronic devices.
Spring Programming Rollin' on the River / Aboard the La Crosse Queen When: June 22, 2017 Thursday evening Time of Departure: from Rochester MN ~6pm Sponsored by: Rollin' on the River ONS sponsored event! This night is an opportunity to mingle with other chapter members, recognize oncology certification, and relax and take in the beauty and ambiance of the Mississippi River... RSVP to looker.sherry@mayo.edu May 4-7 th ONS conference May 17 th Program by Incyte /Treatment of Myelofibrosis June 7th, at 6pm. Hepatic VOD /Transplant patients /Defibrotide
Day at the Capitol.. On March 28 th Amy Barnett and I attended the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Day at the Capital. They gave us a crash course on how to lobby our elected officials. Then we were divided by our voting districts and sent out to meet with our state Representatives and Senators. The key items on the agenda were improving the quality of life for patients in Minnesota by establishing a 22 member state advisory committee on palliative care and removing barriers to colorectal cancer screenings thru a program called links of care. This program helps provide un-insured or under insured Minnesotans with the screenings that can help prevent or help early diagnosis. The third initiative was to encourage our representatives to continue the Minnesota State Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP), which supports local community programs that reduce obesity or tobacco use, and to stress the need for the program by not cutting any funding for budget cuts. The day was a learning experience. It showed me how approachable our officials are and I look forward to next year. By Kimberly Holm