Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation

Join AONN+ Executive Director Candice Roth, MSN, RN, CENP ,  and experts from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) as they explore the complexities of managing hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in this latest episode of the Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation, facilitated by the Society of Interventional Oncology. Discover the unique features that set HCC apart from other solid tumors, in...

In this episode, Rani Khetarpal, MBA, and Jeanne Silva, MSN, RN-BC, CN-BN, CMSRN, discuss the importance of reimbursement in navigation and implementation of PIN codes. Thank you to our sponsor, Lilly, for providing funding for this podcast. Contact Heart & Soul of Oncology Navigation - Follow AONN+ on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube - Contact us at communications@aonn.org Thanks...

In this episode, Emily Gentry, BSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, OCN, and Chelsea Passwater, DNP, RN, AGCNS-BC, OCN, discuss the benefits and background of the Cancer Advocacy & Patient Education (CAPE) Portal. The Cancer Advocacy & Patient Education (CAPE) initiative is a web-based library of best-practice resources designed to support cancer patients and caregivers at every stage of their journey.  T...

To close out this 3-part series, Terri Conneran, founder of KRAS (Knowledge + Research + Advocacy = Survivorship) Kickers, Jennifer Aversano, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, a lung nurse navigator at Northwest Community Hospital, and Claudia Miller, RN, ONC, ONN-CG, a thoracic oncology nurse navigator at Hollings Cancer Center, will explore the CEACAM 5 biomarker, clinical trial recruitment strategies deplo...

In this second episode, Terri Conneran, founder of KRAS (Knowledge + Research + Advocacy = Survivorship) Kickers, Jennifer Aversano, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, a lung nurse navigator at Northwest Community Hospital, and Claudia Miller, RN, ONC, ONN-CG, a thoracic oncology nurse navigator at Hollings Cancer Center, discuss key considerations for patients in biomarkers from a navigator’s perspective and...

In this first episode, Terri Conneran , founder of KRAS (Knowledge + Research + Advocacy = Survivorship) Kickers, Jennifer Aversano, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG , a lung nurse navigator at Northwest Community Hospital, and Claudia Miller, RN, ONC, ONN-CG , a thoracic oncology nurse navigator at Hollings Cancer Center, examine the ever-evolving biomarker landscape and the critical role navigators play in...

In celebration of National Cancer Survivors Day, our participants will examine the survivorship phase of the cancer continuum including the role of the navigator in survivorship. Two myeloma survivors, Doug Keller and Maddie Hunter will discuss their survivorship journey including how they are giving back, the common struggles cancer survivors face after treatment, and the significance of surveill...

Clinical Trial Committee members Mary Salazar and Lilliana Larsson discuss clinical trials in oncology, the importance of increasing diversity representation,  and the impact it has on the future of oncology medicine. Objectives: Examine the lack of diversity in clinical trials and the effect is has on oncology care Understand the role of the clinical trial navigator and the impact navigation has...

Clinical Trial Committee members Mary Salazar and Lilliana Larsson discuss clinical trials in oncology, the importance of increasing diversity representation,  and the impact it has on the future of oncology medicine. Objectives: Examine the lack of diversity in clinical trials and the effect is has on oncology care Understand the role of the clinical trial navigator and the impact navigation has...

BOLD Mentorship participants, Peg Rummel and Amie Booth share their experience, insights, and lessons learned from their time in the AONN+ Bold Mentorship Academy as well as dive into some AONN+ professional development opportunities in 2023.   Objectives: The listener will be able to Identify the role of mentorship in navigation profession and benefits of mentorship Understand the reciprocal rela...

Considering the year end is approaching, AONN + hopes to demonstrate our appreciation for navigators with an emphasis on celebrating the role of the navigator. We hope to encourage and inspire you as you listen to your navigation colleagues share their personal and professional experiences. Objectives: Listeners will: Reflect on why they became a navigator Learn how patient experiences have molded...

In this session participants, will explore the value of the role of the oncology navigator within the multidisciplinary healthcare setting. Gleaning knowledge from experienced navigators flourishing in their multidisciplinary healthcare settings, listeners will explore best practices and communication tools essential for enhancing their navigation role amongst the oncology healthcare team. Contact...

In this episode, Linda Burhansstipanov, MSPH, DrPH, OPN-CGSM , president of Native American Cancer Initiatives, Inc. (NACI), shares her insights on navigating disparate populations, with a focus on the indigenous communities in the United States. Contact Heart & Soul of Oncology Navigation - Follow AONN+ on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube - Contact us at communications@aonn.org T...

In this episode, Marsha Clements, RN, MSN/Ed, PhD, OCN , executive director of an oncology service line in New Hampshire, and Andrea (Andi) Dwyer , director of the Colorado Cancer Screening Program (CCSP) at University of Colorado Cancer Center, share insights on developing sustainable oncology navigation programs that provide values to healthcare administrators, patients, and providers. Contact H...

In this episode, Perspectives on Certification: Physician, Nurse, and Patient Navigator AONN+ Foundation for Learning Director of Certification Lisa Hartman and a group of experts discuss the value of oncology navigator certification from the perspectives of physicians, patient navigators, nurse navigators, and healthcare administrators.  Contact Heart & Soul of Oncology Navigation - Follow AO...

In this episode, AONN+ leaders Emily Gentry and Monica Dean have a hearty discussion on self-love and share some “lessons learned” for oncology navigators to manage stress and anxiety as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, from loving yourself, movement, mindfulness, meditation and breathwork, and adequate sleep, to healthy diet and hydration. Contact Heart & Soul of Oncology Navigation - Follow...

Research can be done at many levels and take different forms, but it can be challenging to know where to begin and how to find collaborators and funders. In this podcast, Lisa Hartman, Director of Certification, AONN+ Foundation for Learning, Inc. , leads a discussion with 2 seasoned researchers who share practical advice and suggest strategies for success for navigators who wish to embark on thei...

In this episode, Monica Dean, AONN+ Director of Patient Navigation Programs, is joined by Cancer Support Community’s Susan Ash-Lee, MSW, LCSW, Vice President, Clinical Services and Education, and Kelly Hendershot, LGSW, LMSW, LSW, Senior Director, Institute for Excellence in Psychosocial Care, to discuss the emotional responses experienced by patients and caregivers during cancer treatment and bey...

In this episode, Kendra Barber, MHA, BSN, RN, OCN, and Mary Buffington, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, discuss leadership, teamwork, and collaboration among oncology multidisciplinary care teams. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org . Contact Heart & Soul of Oncology Navigation - Follow AONN+ on LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube - Contact us at communications@aonn.org Thanks for l...

In this episode, Emily Gentry, BSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, OCN is joined by Janine E. Guglielmino, MA, Vice President, Mission Delivery, Living Beyond Breast Cancer, and Jasmine Souers, Co-Founder, Chief Visionary Officer, For the Breast of Us to discuss Living Beyond Breast Cancer’s recently conducted needs assessment of young women with breast cancer. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org . Co...

In this episode, AONN+ FFL Director of Certification Lisa Hartman is joined by Sarah H. Kagan, PhD, RN, AOCN, APRN-BC, FAAN, FGSA, and Lora Rhodes, MSW, LSW to highlight the challenges of older patient populations in oncology and ageism in the healthcare system. This special Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation podcast episode is sponsored by Genentech. Read more about this episode on AONNonline....

In this episode, Cindy Barnard, RN, BSN, OCN, CBCN, and Zilipah Cruz, MSN-RN, discuss the challenges faced by tumor boards during the pandemic, and forecast the future of case conferences and virtual tumor boards. This special Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation podcast episode is sponsored by Genentech. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org . Contact Heart & Soul of Oncology Naviga...

Monica Dean , Director of Patient Navigation Program Development at AONN+, speaks with Sharon Frances , breast cancer survivor and Co-Founder of Well Beings Studio, and Melinda Bachini , who was diagnosed with stage IV cholangiocarcinoma and now serves as the Director of Advocacy at the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation. Sharon and Melinda are both previous nominees of the CONQUER : the patient voice...

In this episode, Ayesha Azam , Vice President of Medical Affairs at the PAN Foundation, and Joanna Morales , Chief Executive Officer of Triage Cancer explore how their organizations provide training, education materials, and more to patients, caregivers, and oncology care professionals to help address barriers in cancer care. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org . Contact Heart & Sou...

Natalie Fellers and Patricia Johnson , BS, RN, OCN, CBCN, are co-chairs of the AONN+ Professional Development Committee. In this episode of the Heart and Soul of Navigation podcast, Natalie and Patti discuss the mission of the committee to provide mentorship support in areas of quality, process improvement, metrics, and reporting, and the importance of mentorship in the field of oncology navigatio...