Oncology Nursing Society’s - Cancer Chemotherapy Course
Course Overview
The Oncology Nursing Society’s (ONS) Cancer Chemotherapy Course provides a comprehensive review of the knowledge needed to administer chemotherapy. Nursing Unlimited is proud to offer this program, which is rapidly becoming the standard by which chemotherapy practitioners are measured and accepted. Topics include: the theoretical basis for chemotherapy administration, specific chemotherapy drug classifications, safe handling, safe administration, side effect management, and patient teaching strategies. Case studies related to these concepts will also be presented. Also included are the new pediatric and biotherapy components.
Registered nurses who attend this program in its entirety and successfully complete the post-test (open book) and evaluation form will receive a laminated ONS Cancer Chemotherapy Card, as well as 13.5 contact hours issued through the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This card validates that the participant has the theoretical foundation needed to administer chemotherapy. This is NOT a competency or certification course. The individual employer or institution should determine clinical competency. The card is valid for two years, and may be renewed by completion of an independent study.
Some of the Objectives Include:
- Relate cell cycle specificity to effectiveness of various chemo agents.
- Identify procedures for safe chemo administration according to national standards.
- Formulate a plan of care to manage adverse effects / toxicity symptoms.
Note: For a complete list of objectives including the new pediatric and biotherapy components, please call our office.
Who Should Attend:
Participants must be licensed registered nurses who have been employed as such for a minimum of six months. The course content is appropriate for nurses who are new to chemotherapy administration, as well as for those who want a comprehensive review. LPN’s are welcome to attend and will receive contact hours only.
The course fee is $350 for 13.5 contact hours and the laminated ONS Chemotherapy Provider Card that is mailed by the ONS 3-5 weeks after class. Also included are all course handouts and one copy of the latest Cancer Chemotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice which are
provided on the day of class.
| North Dade
Nursing Unlimited Headquarters Saturday & Sunday February 21 - 22 Register now |
South Dade
Kendall Regional Medical Center Saturday & Sunday March 14 - 15 Register now |
| West Broward
Plantation General Hospital Saturday & Sunday May 9 - 10 Register now |
Boca Raton
West Boca Medical Center Saturday & Sunday April 18 - 19 Register now |
| West Palm Beach
Palm Beach Staffing Saturday & Sunday June 6 - 7 Register now |
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