Nurse Orientation Learning Library
The onboarding process is critical to ensure oncology nurses feel ready to deliver quality cancer care to people with cancer. ONS has developed orientation-based didactic courses, clinical practice resources, and other training tools to use to ensure optimal orientation for nurses new to the clinical and advanced practice roles. Whether you are working to improve your institution’s onboarding process or looking for individual resources to complement your own orientation, ONS has an option for you within the Orientation Learning Library.
Nurse Generalist Resources
Courses
ONS Oncology Nurse Orientation Program™
ONS Foundations of Oncology Nursing Practice Bundle™
Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice
Introduction to Nutrition in Cancer Care
Articles
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing and Oncology Nursing Forum
Below are examples of the types of articles you can find within ONS’s Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing (CJON) and Oncology Nursing Forum (ONF) publications. Go to the journal search page to discover additional articles. Use these tips to search efficiently.
American Association of Colleges of Nursing: New Essentials, Quality and Safety Domain
Foundation Program in Oncology and Hematology for Newly Recruited Nurses
eHealth Education: Methods to Enhance Oncology Nurse, Patient, and Caregiver Teaching
ONS Voice
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10 Tools to Build Engagement and Learning in Your Professional Development Program
What Competencies Are Required for Oncology Nurse Generalists?
Podcasts
Earn FREE contact hours of NCPD for recent episodes and learn on-the-go by listening to ONS podcasts. Individual episode pages will indicate if NCPD is available. Explore additional podcasts in the Oncology Nursing Podcast Learning Library.
Episode 287: Tools, Techniques, and Real-World Examples for Difficult Conversations in Cancer Care
Episode 264: Stop the Stressors and Improve Your Mental Health as a Nurse
Episode 248: The Basics of Evidence-Based Practice for Every Oncology Nurse
Episode 233: Staying Current During Constant Change
Episode 191: Explore Orientation Opportunities for New-to-Practice Nurses
Episode 175: Powerful Lessons From the 2021 Mentorship Award Recipient
Episode 160: Build Innovative Staff Education Tools and Resources
Episode 125: Oncology Academy Orients Experienced RNs to Cancer Care
Nursing Practice Resources
Oral Chemotherapy Education Sheets
Palliative Care Communication Strategies
Oral Anticancer Medication Toolkit
ONS Oncologic Emergencies Learning Library
Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs (4th edition)
Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing (7th edition)
Access Device Guidelines: Recommendations for Nursing Practice and Education (4th edition)
Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice (2nd edition)
Cancer Basics (3rd edition) Book
Clinical Guide to Antineoplastic Therapy: A Chemotherapy Handbook (4th edition)
Understanding and Managing Oncologic Emergencies: A Resource for Nurses (3rd edition)
Competencies
Nurse Navigator Resources
Courses
ONS Oncology Nurse Orientation Program™
Equipping the Novice Oncology Nurse Navigator: An ONS Collaboration with AONN+
Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice
Introduction to Nutrition in Cancer Care
Articles
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing and Oncology Nursing Forum
Below are examples of the types of articles you can find within ONS’s Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing (CJON) and Oncology Nursing Forum (ONF) publications. Go to the journal search page to discover additional articles. Use these tips to search efficiently.
Oncology Navigation Standards of Professional Practice
ONS Voice
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Transitions in Care: Communication Builds a Bridge of Consistent Support for Patients
Oncology Navigation Standards Help Patients Overcome Disparities and Barriers to Care
New Roles in Oncology Nurse Navigation
Podcasts
Earn FREE contact hours of NCPD for recent episodes and learn on-the-go by listening to ONS podcasts. Individual episode pages will indicate if NCPD is available. Explore additional podcasts in the Oncology Nursing Podcast Learning Library.
Episode 302: Patient Navigation Eliminates Disparities in Cancer Care
Episode 276: Support Young Families During a Parent’s Cancer Journey
Episode 259: Patient Education for Health Literacy and Limited English Proficiency
Episode 243: Culturally Competent Cancer Care
Episode 233: Staying Current During Constant Change
Episode 175: Powerful Lessons From the 2021 Mentorship Award Recipient
Episode 64: Oncology Nurse Navigators
Nursing Practice Resources
Oral Chemotherapy Education Sheets
Palliative Care Communication Strategies
ONS Oncology Nurse Navigator Toolkit
Oral Anticancer Medication Toolkit
Oncology Nurse Navigation: Delivering Patient-Centered Care Across the Continuum (2nd edition)
Understanding Genomic and Hereditary Cancer Risk: A Handbook for Oncology Nurses
Competencies
Advanced Practice Nurse Resources
Courses
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration™
Essentials in Advanced Practice Cancer Care Bundle
- Essentials in Advanced Practice Symptom Management
- Essentials in Advanced Practice Cancer Treatments
- Essentials in Survivorship Care for the Advanced Practice Provider
- Essentials in Oncologic Emergencies for the Advanced Practice Provider
- Essentials in the Evolution and Evaluation of Cancer for the Advanced Practice Provider
Genomic Foundations for Precision Oncology
Genomics Case Study: Understanding the Essentials to Prepare for Tumor Board
Advanced Practice Care Considerations for the Older Adult With Cancer
Professional Practice for the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Board Leadership: Nurses in Governance
Articles
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing and Oncology Nursing Forum
Below are examples of the types of articles you can find within ONS’s Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing (CJON) and Oncology Nursing Forum (ONF) publications. Go to the journal search page to discover additional articles. Use these tips to search efficiently.
Implementing an Oncology Nurse Practitioner Fellowship: Reflections and Lessons Learned
Preparing Oncology Advanced Practice RNs as Generalists in Palliative Care
Oncology Nurse Practitioner Competencies: Defining Best Practices in the Oncology Setting
Considerations for the Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree
Nurse Practitioner Fellowship: Developing a Program to Address Gaps in Practice
ONS Voice
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Oncology APRNs’ Role in Communicating with Older Adults With Cancer
Oncology Care Model Created New Opportunities for APRNs to Transform Cancer Care
APRNs Can Lead by Example When Integrating Palliative Care in Practice
Onboarding and Supporting New Providers Are Your Responsibilities as an APRN Leader
Podcasts
Earn FREE contact hours of NCPD for recent episodes and learn on-the-go by listening to ONS podcasts. Individual episode pages will indicate if NCPD is available. Explore additional podcasts in the Oncology Nursing Podcast Learning Library.
Episode 276: Support Young Families During a Parent’s Cancer Journey
Episode 259: Patient Education for Health Literacy and Limited English Proficiency
Episode 243: Culturally Competent Cancer Care
Episode 240: Spirituality in Cancer Care
Episode 233: Staying Current During Constant Change
Episode 175: Powerful Lessons From the 2021 Mentorship Award Recipient
Episode 151: What Advanced Practice Providers Need to Know About CMS Billing and Coding Updates
Nursing Practice Resources
Oral Chemotherapy Education Sheets
Palliative Care Communication Strategies
ONS Oncology Nurse Navigator Toolkit
Oral Anticancer Medication Toolkit
A How to Guide - Designing and Creating a Journal Club for Oncology Nurses
Clinical Manual for the Oncology Advanced Practice Nurse (4th edition)
Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice (2nd edition)
Competencies
Clinical Trials Nurse Resources
Courses
ONS Oncology Nurse Orientation Program™
Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice
Articles
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing and Oncology Nursing Forum
Below are examples of the types of articles you can find within ONS’s Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing (CJON) and Oncology Nursing Forum (ONF) publications. Go to the journal search page to discover additional articles. Use these tips to search efficiently.
Perceptions of Clinical Trial Participation in African American Cancer Survivors and Caregivers
Implementation and Evaluation of a Clinical Trial Communication Tool for Frontline Clinical Staff
Clinical Research Nursing: Development of a Residency Program
ONS Voice
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Fact Sheets Provide Critical Information to Nurses Caring for Clinical Trial Participants
Podcasts
Earn FREE contact hours of NCPD for recent episodes and learn on-the-go by listening to ONS podcasts. Individual episode pages will indicate if NCPD is available. Explore additional podcasts in the Oncology Nursing Podcast Learning Library.
Episode 294: AYAs with Cancer: Clinical Trial Enrollment Barriers and Facilitators
Episode 260: Diversity in Cancer Clinical Trials
Episode 233: Staying Current During Constant Change
Episode 175: Powerful Lessons From the 2021 Mentorship Award Recipient
Episode 126: Clinical Trials and Drug Development
Episode 19: The Practical Side of Clinical Trials
Nursing Practice Resources
Clinical Trials Learning Library
Oral Chemotherapy Education Sheets
Oral Anticancer Medication Toolkit
Genomics and Precision Oncology Learning Library
Manual for Clinical Trials Nursing (3rd edition)
Competencies
Nurse Leader Resources
Courses
ONS Foundations of Oncology Nursing Practice Bundle™
Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice
Articles
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing and Oncology Nursing Forum
Below are examples of the types of articles you can find within ONS’s Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing (CJON) and Oncology Nursing Forum (ONF) publications. Go to the journal search page to discover additional articles. Use these tips to search efficiently.
Improving Nursing Leadership Communication: Fierce Conversations™ Training
Clinical Nurse Educator Mentorship: Implementation at an Oncology Program in Rwanda
Oncology Nurse Engagement: The Impact of a Management Education Program
Considerations for the Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree
Clinical Nurse Leader: Evolution of the Role in Oncology Care
ONS Voice
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Evidence-Based Leadership Trends Show How Every Nurse is a Leader
Mentorships Open Opportunities for Oncology Nurses’ Career Growth and Wellness
Nursing Leadership Has Space for You and Your Goals
Podcasts
Earn FREE contact hours of NCPD for recent episodes and learn on-the-go by listening to ONS podcasts. Individual episode pages will indicate if NCPD is available. Explore additional podcasts in the Oncology Nursing Podcast Learning Library.
Episode 291: Build a Sense of Belonging for Nurses and Patients
Episode 280: Create a Culture of Safety: Learning Culture
Episode 266: Create a Culture of Safety: Reporting Culture
Episode 264: Stop the Stressors and Improve Your Mental Health as a Nurse
Episode 246: Create a Culture of Safety: Fair and Just Culture
Episode 233: Staying Current During Constant Change
Episode 231: Nurses Thrive in a Healthy Work Culture
Episode 191: Explore Orientation Opportunities for New-to-Practice Nurses
Episode 175: Powerful Lessons From the 2021 Mentorship Award Recipient
Episode 31: How to become an Oncology Nursing Leader
Nursing Practice Resources
Oral Anticancer Medication Toolkit
A How to Guide - Designing and Creating a Journal Club for Oncology Nurses
21st Century Nursing Leadership
Podcast Club Facilitator Guide
Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice (2nd edition)
Manual for Radiation Oncology Nursing Practice and Education (5th edition)
Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Manual for Nursing Practice (3rd edition)
Clinical Guide to Antineoplastic Therapy: A Chemotherapy Handbook (4th edition)
Oncology Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice
Telephone Triage for Oncology Nurses (3rd edition)
Competencies
Pre-Licensure Resources
Courses
ONS Foundations of Oncology Nursing Practice Bundle™
Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice
Introduction to Nutrition in Cancer Care
Articles
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing and Oncology Nursing Forum
Below are examples of the types of articles you can find within ONS’s Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing (CJON) and Oncology Nursing Forum (ONF) publications. Go to the journal search page to discover additional articles. Use these tips to search efficiently.
Prelicensure Nursing Students’ Attitudes Toward Patients with Cancer Revisited
How Can a New Nurse Graduate Secure a Nursing Position in Pediatric Oncology?
Can a Recent Nurse Graduate Thrive in the Oncology Setting?
ONS Voice
Below are examples of ONS Voice articles. Visit voice.ons.org to search for additional articles.
APRN Leaders Mentor Students to Tackle Clinical Practice Issues
Diversity in Nursing Beings at the Student Level
Nursing Students Connect Beyond the Classroom with ONS Resources
One Oncology Lecture Isn’t Enough
Nursing Practice Resources
Oral Chemotherapy Education Sheets
Competencies
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