ONS 41st Annual Congress

Not all patients with cancer are treated in large academic centers. How can we ensure they receive the highest level of care in rural areas? What is the role for APNs in smaller centers, and how can we maximize our education and expertise to provide innovative and safe care to patients and their families? You’ll discuss the effectiveness and acceptability of telehealth and gain a better understanding of APN-led programs and initiatives that have improved access to care and quality of life for those who are treated far from metropolitan centers. 

In the past few years, health disparities, navigation, and person-centered care have taken center stage in the cancer care arena. Cancer care around the globe is changing at a rapid pace, yet to date these topics have only been addressed from a U.S. perspective. Join us as a panel of global experts from international cancer nursing societies approach health disparities, navigation, and person-centered care from an international viewpoint. You'll see the impact and implications of health disparities and gain an understanding of the utility of cancer navigation internationally.

Sponsored by the ONS Board of Directors 

Objectives

1. Discuss the facilitators and barriers related to addressing health disparities from a global perspective.
2. Describe models of cancer navigation that promote person-centered care and improve outcomes from a global perspective.
3. Provide exemplars of person-centered care globally.

Many changes have occurred in health care over the last ten years. Leadership styles are changing to reflect the new demands placed on organizational leaders. How do leaders adapt and thrive in this environment and help their employees navigate the many changes that are occurring? In this session, you’ll identify methods to develop collaborative relationships and work toward a shared vision of success and discuss strategies for working with an intergenerational workforce to improve staff engagement and empowerment.

• "Decreasing Labor and Cost of Calcium in Apheresis Autologous and Allogeneic Stem Cell Donors," Jeannette Mastrovich, BSN, RN, OCN®, HP (ASCP)
• "Nursing Support of Sibling Hematopoetic Stem Cell Donors: Are We Doing Enough?," Linda Brand, RN, OCN®
• "Discharge Planning With the Patient With a New Diagnosis of Leukemia: Teaching Begins Upon Admission," Juliana Brotz, RN, BSN
• "Moving a Blood and Marrow Transplant Outpatient Area From an Inpatient Setting to an Ambulatory Infusion Center," Tammy Clarke, RN, MS, OCN®, BMTCN™
• "The Advocacy Role of the Case Manager for Bone Marrow Transplant Patients Throughout the Care Continuum," Carmen Castillo, RN, BSN

Despite the increasing number of patients covered by health insurance, the cost of cancer continues to rise. While insurance pays the cost of the treatment, copays and deductibles can amount to more than many people's annual income. On top of that, consider the cost of lost wages, continued rent or mortgage payments, food, gas, and childcare expenses. Join us to discuss the financial challenges that patients face while undergoing cancer treatment, including factors that may influence patients or providers on the value of different treatments.

It’s estimated that more than 90 million Americans have low health literacy, which means they may not be able to understand health information, make informed choices about their care, or navigate the complex healthcare system. It can lead to confusion, compromised patient safety, and costly medical mistakes. The Joint Commission calls upon healthcare providers to provide effective communication for patients and families and integrate health literacy concepts into their practice, but not all providers have the skills or training to do so. Get an introduction to health literacy and related concepts, strategies to improve communication with patients, and instructions on locating appropriate cancer-related patient education resources.

Hear from a nurse scientist who will synthesize and critique current research, identify areas in which more research is critically needed, and propose how multidisciplinary research can advance the science. You'll discuss ethical and policy implications, translation to practice, and directions for future research.