Member's Memo

Membership Survey Guides AONN+ Strategy (Part 1)

Sharon S. Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN
AONN+ membership survey results provide critical metrics and insights to guide the leadership in setting strategy which in turn helps navigators better traverse the ever-changing navigation landscape.

NCCN Distress Thermometer Changes

Sharon S. Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN
A tool that many navigators use in their daily practice, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Guidelines, has received an update to its “problem list.”

Topics for LNN Meetings

Sharon S. Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN
Explore the variety of topics shared by AONN+ members to make your next meeting a productive one!

Why Start or Join a Local Navigator Network?

Sharon S. Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN
When oncology navigators come together to share strategies, they can find empowerment from being challenged to think differently with “outside of the box” ideas that are shared for everyday barriers they face.

Welcoming New Local Navigator Networks from 2021!

Sharon S. Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN
Five LNN leadership teams initiated navigator meetings amid the pandemic in 2021 to provide connectivity, collaboration, and networking for oncology professionals.

The Power of Voice

Sharon S. Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN
AONN+ values and promotes membership voices that contribute to effective team function of the organization.

Local Navigator Network of the Year!

Sharon S. Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN
The Fairfield County LNN in Connecticut is the recipient of the 2021 Outstanding Local Navigator Network award, which is a recognition of their work in establishing an open forum for professional development and in networking that aligns with the AONN+ mission.

Are You Using Available Resources?

Sharon S. Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN
As an oncology navigator, do you explore novel resources or keep using the same old ones? Review the AONN+ website on a regular basis and stay up to date on the latest patient navigation resources.

A Look Back on 2021 COVID Effects

Sharon S. Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN
An article club can help oncology navigators keep abreast of new knowledge, network and improve interpersonal relationships with peers, and evaluate how to learn from each other to improve patient outcomes.

AONN+: Building Oncology Networks

Sharon S. Gentry, MSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, AOCN, CBCN
AONN+ has grown into a national network consisting of local navigator networks (LNNs), national committees, the Leadership Council, The Lynx Group, and industry partners.