Your Guide to the ONS Radiation econference PRINT ME! Use the notes area throughout the guide to capture what you learn at each session. Technical Support Questions Send support questions to radiation11@6connex. zendesk.com See 2 for page e at ul Sched ce! n a Gla Education or Content-Related Questions Contact ONS at econference@ons. org or 412-859-6120 www.ons.org/radiation2011
Friday, September 9 10 11:15 am Opening Ceremonies/Keynote Presentation 11:15 11:30 am Visit the Exhibit Hall 11:30 am 12:30 pm Review of the Basics 12:45 2:45 pm New Technology Updates: Changing How Treatment Is Delivered 2:45 3:30 pm Visit the Exhibit Hall 3:30 4:30 pm New Technology Have You Heard What s in the Pipeline? 5 6 pm What s in the News? Quality Assurance Saturday, September 10 9 9:30 am Visit the Exhibit Hall 9 9:45 am Radiation SIG Meeting/Chat 9 9:45 am Meet the Experts Chat 10 am Noon Survivorship Noon 12:30 pm Visit the Exhibit Hall 12:30 2:30 pm Symptom Management Research/EBP 2:45 3:45 pm Palliative Care 4 5 pm Hot Topics 5:15 6 pm Meet the Experts Chat 2 ONS Radiation econference
ONS Radiation econference Then & Now WHAT IT S ALL ABOUT Approximately two-thirds of patients with cancer receive radiation therapy at some point in their care. And, like all aspects of cancer care, radiation treatment is constantly evolving and improving. The ONS Radiation econference will feature detailed information on radiation-related issues, focusing on Radiation Then and Now and how the specialty has evolved over the years and what its future holds. In addition to educational sessions, the Radiation econference will give you the opportunity to interact virtually in real time with other attendees, speakers, exhibitors, and more. CONFERENCE GOAL This econference will engage you in discussions about current trends in radiation oncology and the role of the radiation nurse in these therapies. Welcome CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES By the end of this econference, you will be able to: Summarize advances in radiation therapy for use in disease and symptom management. Identify innovative strategies to improve patient and staff safety related to radiation therapy. Participate in discussions about the nursing role in providing and measuring quality care for individual receiving radiation therapy. www.ons.org 3
CONTINUING NURSING EDUCATION Attendees can earn 14.25 contact hours of continuing nursing education if all educational sessions are attended in their entirety and an evaluation is completed. ONS is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center s (ANCC s) Commission on Accreditation. Accreditation as an ANCC provider refers only to its continuing education activities and does not imply endorsement of any commercial products. ONS is approved as a provider of continuing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #2850. Credits earned at this conference qualify for Oncology Nursing Certification Points Renewal Option (ONC-PRO) needed for Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation certification renewal. GENERAL DISCLAIMER ONS hereby disclaims responsibility and liability for any products, services, or information presented at ONS Radiation econference. ONS does not endorse any product or service exhibited, nor does it necessarily support the content contained in any education session. Acceptance of advertising does not indicate or imply endorsement by ONS. Corporate support of official conference sessions does not imply endorsement by the sponsoring company or responsibility for the educational content. 4 ONS Radiation econference
QUESTIONS AND SUPPORT DURING THE CONFERENCE If you have a technical support question during the conference, visit the Help Desk to chat with a support representative or click the Support link at the bottom of your screen. Send support questions to radiation11@6connex.zendesk.com. All technical support questions will be handled via this email address. If you have an education or content-related question, contact ONS at econference@ons.org or 412-859-6120. An ONS staff person will be available to answer questions at this email and phone number during conference hours on September 9-10. Just like at an in-person conference, if you see an ONS staff person in the virtual experience platform, feel free to strike up a chat! Just look to the orange Support Staff S icon next to our names. PLANNING TEAM Cindy Briola, RN, OCN, CBCN Cyberknife Program Coordinator Penn Medicine Dept of Radiation Oncology Pennsylvannia Hospital Philadelphia, PA TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Elaine Montchal, RN, BSN,OCN Stereotactic Nurse Coordinator NorthShore LIJ HealthSystem Manhasset, NY Mary Ann Plambeck, RN, MSN, OCN Clinical Operations Director of the Brain Tumor Center at Duke Duke University Health Systems Durham, NC Geri Raber, RN, BSN, OCN Clinical Nurse 2 Anne Arundel Medical Center Decesaris Cancer Institute Department of Radiation Oncology Annapolis, MD Note: All planning team members have indicated that they have no financial relationships to disclose. www.ons.org 5
Friday, September 9, 10 11:15 AM Opening Ceremonies/Keynote Presentation: Building on the Past as We Plan for the Future SPEAKER: Kevin Sowers, MSN, RN, FAAN Durham, NC CONTENT DESCRIPTION: This presentation will address the future of oncology nursing in the midst of healthcare reform. This interactive session will allow you to understand your role in care redesign and future growth opportunities. Thoughts: 6 ONS Radiation econference
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Friday, September 9, 11:30 AM 12:30 PM Review of the Basics SPEAKER: Vanna Dest, MSN, APRN-BC, AOCN Hamden, CT CONTENT DESCRIPTION: Use a timeline to explore the evolution of radiation oncology, including treatment advances and new technologies and procedures. Speakers will also discuss the basic principles of radiation therapy, including radiobiology, types of radiation therapy, safety, and the role of the radiation oncology nurse. Thoughts: 8 ONS Radiation econference
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Friday, September 9, 12:45 2:45 PM New Technology Updates: Changing How Treatment Is Delivered SPEAKERS: Robyn Walker, BA, RT(R)(T) Durham, NC John Christodouleas, MD Philadelphia, PA Ann Calcaterra, RN, MSN, NP-C, OCN Troy, MI CONTENT DESCRIPTION: Come discuss how new technology impacts treatment delivery and nursing care. Speakers will delve into treatment modalities, new and past treatments, evaluation of treatment outcomes, and comparison of quality of life in patients with breast and prostate cancer. Thoughts: 10 ONS Radiation econference
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Friday, September 9, 3:30 4:30PM New Technology Have You Heard What s in the Pipeline? SPEAKER: Michelle Alonso-Basanta, MD, PhD Philadelphia, PA CONTENT DESCRIPTION: Don t miss this in-depth look at future technological advances and translational work in radiation oncology. You ll get the most current information on up-andcoming issues, including advances in HIFU, cryotherapy, radiosensitizers, nanotechnology, and SIR-Spheres. Thoughts: 12 ONS Radiation econference
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Friday, September 9, 5 6 PM What s in the News? Quality Management in Radiation Therapy SPEAKER: Elaine Montchal, RN, OCN Farmingdale, NY CONTENT DESCRIPTION: Learn more about issues related to radiation safety, quality checklists, and chemotherapy issues as well as your roles in each. Thoughts: 14 ONS Radiation econference
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Saturday, September 10, 9 9:45 AM Radiation SIG Meeting/Chat CONTENT DESCRIPTION: Take this time to connect to other nurses who specialize in radiation oncology. It s a perfect way to share ideas and information, talk about how to overcome challenges in the field, and maybe even make new friends. Thoughts: 16 ONS Radiation econference
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Saturday, September 10, 9 9:45 AM Meet the Experts Chat CONTENT DESCRIPTION: Join Friday s speakers for a clinical discussion on radiation therapy issues. Thoughts: 18 ONS Radiation econference
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Saturday, September 10, 10 AM Noon Survivorship SPEAKERS: Colleen Turrisi, RN, MSN, AOCNP Philadelphia, PA Shari Moura, RN, MN, CON(c), CHPCN Toronto, ON CONTENT DESCRIPTION: This presentation will describe the development of the PMH and Women s College Hospital s After Cancer Treatment Transition initiatives, designed for patients who are transitioned from the ambulatory care clinics at PMH. It will help you to deliver highquality, safe, and integrated patient care with the engagement of patients/families, oncologists, and primary care physicians. Thoughts: 20 ONS Radiation econference
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Saturday, September 10, 12:30 2:30 PM Symptom Management Research/EBP SPEAKER: Marilyn Haas, PhD, RN, CNS, ANP-BC Asheville, NC Elise Carper, RN, MA, ANP-BC, AOCN New York, NY CONTENT DESCRIPTION: Although radiation technology has changed dramatically in recent years because of improved methods of delivery, symptom management remains challenging. In this session, speakers will share evidence-based management strategies for two of the most challenging side effects of radiotherapy radiodermatitis and oral issues. Thoughts: 22 ONS Radiation econference
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Saturday, September 10, 2:45 3:45 PM Palliative Care SPEAKER: Pam Kedziera, RN, MSN, AOCN Philadelphia, PA CONTENT DESCRIPTION: When does disease-focused care end and palliative care begin? This session will address the challenges of providing palliative care in the context of comprehensive cancer care while navigating the evolving goals of the patient and caregivers. Thoughts: 24 ONS Radiation econference
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Saturday, September 10, 4 5 PM Hot Topics SPEAKER: Mary Ann Plambeck, RN, MSN, OCN Hillsborough, NC CONTENT DESCRIPTION: This session will introduce you to some of the hot topics in today s cancer care environment, including treating patients with pacemakers, pregnancy testing in patient receiving radiation, and electronic medical records. Thoughts: 26 ONS Radiation econference
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Saturday, September 10, 5:15 6 PM Meet the Experts Chat CONTENT DESCRIPTION: Join Saturday s speakers for a clinical discussion on radiation therapy issues. Thoughts: 28 ONS Radiation econference
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Obtaining Continuing Education Credit How much can I earn? Participants can earn up to 14.25 contact hours of continuing nursing education for the ONS Radiation econference. ONS is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center s (ANCC) Commission on Accreditation. Accreditation as an ANCC provider refers only to ONS continuing education activities and does not imply endorsement of any products. ONS is approved as a provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #2850. Credits earned for ONS Radiation econference qualify for Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation Points Renewal Option (ONCC-PRO) needed for Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation certification renewal. Visit www.oncc.org for complete details on oncology nursing certification. Special Notes RNs licensed in Florida must remember to enter the number of contact hours earned into the CNE broker system or submit a copy of their certificates upon licensure renewal. ONS is not a provider of CNE in Florida and will not submit data into the broker system. Earn Your CNE Today! Visit evaluationcenter.ons.org to complete your evaluation. ONS Radiation econference September 9 10 Evaluation Deadline: October 4 (Midnight EST) How do I earn CNE credits? Credit is awarded for attending educational sessions and evaluating those sessions (see box for details). CNE credits will be earned through the ONS evaluation center at www. evaluationcenter.ons.org. You will be prompted to login with your ONS profile. You can create a profile at login if you don t have one. You will have until midnight (EST) on October 4 to complete the evaluation. 30 ONS Radiation econference
Radiation econference Exhibitors Oncology Nursing Society, ONS Foundation, ONS:Edge, Oncology Nursing Certification Corportaion Exhibit Hall Hours Friday, September 9 11:15 11:30 am Visit the Exhibit Hall 2:45 3:30 pm Visit the Exhibit Hall Exhibit Hall Saturday, September 10 9 9:30 am Visit the Exhibit Hall Noon 12:30 pm Visit the Exhibit Hall Grant Support ONS would like to thank Endo Pharmaceuticals and Varian Medical Systems, Inc. for educational grant support of the ONS Radiation econference. www.ons.org 31