The following resources from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing provide information on doctoral education in nursing. In addition, check out the website of nursing schools you’re interested in for more in-depth information on their respective curriculum and programs.
Find online resources from ONS and other organizations.
The role of informatics in nursing and healthcare has been quickly evolving and will continue to grow with the use of electronic health records and other health information technology. Nursing professional practice is directly impacted by informatics; therefore, it is imperative that oncology nurses become more aware of and involved with this topic.
Genetics and genomics have vast implications for cancer care, including prevention, identification of risk status, and development and use of targeted therapies. Online resources are excellent sources for accurate, up-to-date information to help oncology nurses stay abreast of this dynamic, rapidly evolving field.
As nurses, we need to understand and provide care that is sensitive to patients’ diverse backgrounds. Gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals have special health concerns. The following sites offer resources for providing culturally competent care.