What Are the Responsibilities of a Certified Oncology Nurse?
Certified Oncology Nurses have a wide range of responsibilities that include:
- Administering Treatments: Providing chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and other cancer treatments. - Patient Education: Educating patients and their families about the disease, treatment options, side effects, and self-care strategies. - Symptom Management: Managing side effects and symptoms such as pain, nausea, and fatigue. - Psychological Support: Offering emotional support and counseling to patients and their families. - Coordination of Care: Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, including oncologists, surgeons, and social workers, to develop and implement patient care plans.
