AONN+ Blog

As acuity rises and the responsibilities of oncology and nurse navigators become more challenging, AONN+ offers resources to build, maintain, and measure your navigation program and equip you with the tools to empower yourself as a navigator.

The state of clinical trials has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. In December’s Facebook Live event, experts highlighted the integral role of the navigator in providing assessment, education, and support for patients with cancer who are considering their clinical trial options.

The COVID-19 pandemic has financially impacted organizations that have provided support for patients with cancer.

The Affordable Care Act is being reviewed by the Supreme Court. Cancer organizations, including AONN+, provide an infographic to help patients with cancer understand the potential implications of the law being repealed.

Cancer screenings have been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but patients are now running the risk of missing a cancer diagnosis or receiving a higher stage diagnosis.

The holidays are an especially stressful time for those dealing with a cancer diagnosis. In November’s Facebook Live event, experts discussed ways for oncology nurse and patient navigators to help equip their patients, family members, and caregivers deal with holiday stress and the new normal of COVID-19.

AONN+ representative Lillie Shockney provides an update on the Commission on Cancer (CoC) annual plenary meeting that was held virtually this year.

In episode 4, oncology navigators from different specialties explore how professional development and certification have helped them be a better navigator for their patients.

Oncology navigators face new challenges every day. Becoming an AONN+ member means receiving resources and access to a community that addresses the needs of every kind of navigator.