Tools & Resources

GW Cancer Center’s Executive Training on Navigation and Survivorship

The George Washington University (GW) Cancer Center's Executive Training on Navigation and Survivorship is a no-cost, innovative program that teaches the nuts and bolts of navigation and survivorship program development and implementation. The program walks participants through interactive presentations, written content that summarizes the latest research and best practices, case studies and customizable activities to create a program plan.

AONN+ Is Advancing Navigation

Linda Burhansstipanov, MSPH, DrPH
Linda Burhansstipanov describes how her institution has leveraged some of the tools and resources developed by AONN+.

How Navigators Can Use Cancer Registry Data

Barbara J. Dearmon, BS, CTR
Barbara Dearmon explains how to best utilize the data collected by the National Cancer Registrars Association.

Common Questions From New Navigators

Cheryl Bellomo, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, OCN
Many first time navigators don't know where to begin and asserts that AONN+ has and is developing new tools to help.

My Favorite Resources

Gina Kuenstler, BSN, RN, OCN
Gina Kuenstler values the resources provided on the AONN+ website.

AONN+ Provides Resource for Establishing Navigation Programs

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
In addition to visiting other institutions that have established navigation programs, Lillie explains that AONN+ is an excellent resource for establishing navigation programs.

Marketing Troubles for Nonaccredited Practices

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Lillie discusses the disadvantages for institutions that are not Commission on Cancer accredited, including difficulties drawing newly diagnosed consumers and referring physicians to the practice.

Savvy Consumers Appreciate NCI Designation

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Though it's no small task, Lillie explains that achieving the Commission on Cancer Accreditation is important and offers the benefit of becoming an NCI-designated cancer center. This is something savvy consumers are looking for when seeking cancer care.

Community Resources Abound

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Lillie Shockney suggests that one of the best ways for navigators to access resources for their patients is by looking to options available in their community.

AONN+: An Asset for All Members of the Oncology Care Team

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Lillie talks about the value that AONN+ brings to all stakeholders in healthcare. AONN+ can demonstrate the value of navigators (both short- and long-term) in their ability to recruit new patients through physician and community outreach.