Insights into Navigation

Survivorship and Surveillance: What Patients Should Expect

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Oncology navigators should discuss short-term survivorship and surveillance early on to prepare patients with cancer for the surprises that may come with this treatment milestone.

Your Post-Annual Conference Checklist!

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Now that you’re “back” from the Virtual AONN+ Annual Conference, start taking steps toward implementing all that you’ve learned into your day-to-day work!

Why Are We Seeing Late Effects from Cancer Treatments?

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
As survival rates of cancer increase and patients with cancer live longer lives, we are beginning to see the late effects from cancer treatments and clinical trials.

Encouraging Cancer Patients to Journal

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Lillie Shockney explains how journaling can reduce stress and anxiety in patients with cancer. Cancer treatments are shown to work better when patients have clearer minds, an adequate amount of sleep, and normal cortisol levels.

Cancer Treatment and Sexual Health

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Lillie Shockney encourages oncology navigators to normalize the conversation around sexual health for patients with cancer.

Working with Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients During the Pandemic

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Lillie Shockney shares some steps you can take to help patients newly diagnosed with cancer who come alone for their consultations during the pandemic.

How to Support Your Patients with Advanced Cancer During This Pandemic

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
There are no second chances when it comes to providing proper care for patients with advanced cancer; as the patient’s advocate it is vital that you discuss their goals of care.

The Impact of COVID-19 on Individuals Yet to Be Diagnosed with Cancer

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Commission on Cancer (CoC) representative Lillie Shockney shares some of the significant information provided during the annual CoC Program Conference that will impact the work of oncology navigators.

Empowering Patients with Cancer Through Education

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
Educating patients with cancer about their disease and their role in treatment allows them to be in control.

NCCN 2.2020 Survivorship Guidelines Published

Lillie D. Shockney, RN, BS, MAS, HON-ONN-CG
The interim 2.2020 National Comprehensive Cancer Network Survivorship Guidelines have been updated with the addition of the “Discussion” text.