Class Information for ONS NEW PROVIDERS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certificate Course and Bridge to Practice
Description
The online Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certificate Program provides nurses with a comprehensive overview of chemotherapy and biotherapy. The in-person Bridge to Practice sessions review specific policies and procedures related to chemotherapy and Biotherapy administration at NIH. The ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certificate is obtained after successful completion of the course including a course exam and the graded discussion board questions. An 80% or higher must be achieved on the exam and discussion board questions before an RN can receive the certificate. The certificate is valid for two years. The NIH Nursing Department program of care competency for chemotherapy and biotherapy requires successful completion of a chemotherapy course including an examination and clinical practicum (to be completed on the patient care unit) prior to administering chemotherapy or biotherapy.
Contact Hours
15 contact hours
Special Comments
RN's MUST register at least one month prior to the start of the course to ensure timely processing of their paperwork and to register with ONS. To be successful in the course, RN's are encouraged to attend ALL 5 sessions. Each session will allow participants time to work on their online modules and time to discuss with a chemotherapy/biotherapy expert any questions or concerns.
Target Audience
RN's administering chemotherapeutic/biologic agents to patient with an oncology diagnosis.
Course Objectives
1. Discuss commonly used agents, their mechanisms of action, and any unique administration issues.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of safety precautions for handling and administering chemotherapeutic and biologic agents.
3. Discuss immediate complications of cancer therapy, extravasation, and hypersensitivity and the nursing measures required to prevent or reduce these complications.
4. Identify evidence-based resources to address systemic side effects of cytotoxic and biotherapeutic agents and the nursing interventions required to manager these complications.
Pre-requisites
1. Have the goal of obtaining the Clinical Center Nursing Department "Chemotherapy and Biotherapy" competency.
2. Have practiced in the Clinical Center for at least 6 months.
3. Have taken the Clinical Center Nursing Department Oncology Education Series "Introduction to Oncology."
4. Have taken the Clinical Center Nursing Department oncology Education Series "Concepts, Trends, and Care."
5. Have a current Clinical Center Nursing Department 'Safe handling of Hazardous Drugs" competency.
