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Oncology Nurse Navigation: Delivering Patient-Centered Care Across the Continuum

Publication Year:
2020
Edition:
2nd
Author:
Christensen, Deborah
Publisher:
The Oncology Nursing Society
ISBN:
978-1-63-593034-4
Doody Core Title Score:
  • 2.67 (Oncology)
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Provides novice and experienced nurse navigators with an overview of the role of the nurse navigator in cancer care and outlines the development of a navigation program, the skills and training needed to work as a nurse navigator, methods to evaluate outcomes, and issues related to assisting patients with specific types of cancers.

You'll find support in the key responsibilities of navigation, including:
  • Partnering with patients and families to keep them informed, facilitating shared decision making, effectively addressing any barriers to care, providing pertinent education, and managing patient expectations
  • Collaborating with physicians and healthcare providers to assist in implementing the care plan
  • Coordinating with other departments and resources to ensure timely access and care.


There has never been a more exciting time for those who have chosen this extraordinary and impactful specialty. This book is essential reading for oncology nurse navigators as they advocate for patients as part of an interprofessional team.
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Platform:
OvidSP
Publisher:
The Oncology Nursing Society
Product Type:
Book
Author:
Christensen, Deborah
ISBN:
978-1-63-593034-4
Specialty:
  • Internal Medicine
  • Oncology
Language:
English
Edition:
2nd
Pages:
432
Publication Year:
2020
Doody Core Title Score:
  • 2.67 (Oncology)

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