Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation
32 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago -The Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators (AONN+) is proud to present the Heart and Soul of Navigation podcast series! Once a month, we will release a new episode that features key opinion leaders in oncology navigation highlighting stories from the front lines, best practices and lessons learned throughout their careers, and resources and support services. Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation provides a platform for navigators to discuss topics within 8 domains of knowledge: Community Outreach & Prevention, Coordination of Care/Care Transitions, Patient Advocacy/Patient Empowerment, Psychosocial Support Services and Assessment, Survivorship/End of Life, Professional Roles and Responsibilities, Operational Management/Organizational Development/Health Economics, Research/Quality/Performance Improvement
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Episodes
A Look Into the CEACAM 5 Biomarker
January 25, 2024 14:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBTo close out this 3-part series, Terri Conneran, founder of KRAS (Knowledge + Research + Advocacy = Survivorship) Kickers, Jennifer Aversano, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, a lung nurse navigator at Northwest Community Hospital, and Claudia Miller, RN, ONC, ONN-CG, a thoracic oncology nurse navigator at Hollings Cancer Center, will explore the CEACAM 5 biomarker, clinical trial recruitment strategies deployed by navigators, and the role that shared decision-making has on patient outcomes throughout t...
Key Biomarker Considerations for Patients
January 18, 2024 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this second episode, Terri Conneran, founder of KRAS (Knowledge + Research + Advocacy = Survivorship) Kickers, Jennifer Aversano, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, a lung nurse navigator at Northwest Community Hospital, and Claudia Miller, RN, ONC, ONN-CG, a thoracic oncology nurse navigator at Hollings Cancer Center, discuss key considerations for patients in biomarkers from a navigator’s perspective and dive deeper into novel biomarkers, including what questions patients should be asking. Thank yo...
Biomarkers and the Critical Role of Navigation
December 14, 2023 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBIn this first episode, Terri Conneran, founder of KRAS (Knowledge + Research + Advocacy = Survivorship) Kickers, Jennifer Aversano, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, a lung nurse navigator at Northwest Community Hospital, and Claudia Miller, RN, ONC, ONN-CG, a thoracic oncology nurse navigator at Hollings Cancer Center, examine the ever-evolving biomarker landscape and the critical role navigators play in ensuring timely testing, appropriate follow-up, and removal of barriers to care. Thank you to our ...
Navigating Survivorship
June 08, 2023 20:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBIn celebration of National Cancer Survivors Day, our participants will examine the survivorship phase of the cancer continuum including the role of the navigator in survivorship. Two myeloma survivors, Doug Keller and Maddie Hunter will discuss their survivorship journey including how they are giving back, the common struggles cancer survivors face after treatment, and the significance of surveillance in survivorship. Objectives: Explore what survivorship is and what it means to patients ...
Diversity in Clinical Trials: Bridging the Gap PART ONE of TWO
April 26, 2023 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBClinical Trial Committee members Mary Salazar and Lilliana Larsson discuss clinical trials in oncology, the importance of increasing diversity representation, and the impact it has on the future of oncology medicine. Objectives: Examine the lack of diversity in clinical trials and the effect is has on oncology care Understand the role of the clinical trial navigator and the impact navigation has on increasing diversity in the clinical trial space Explore navigation strategies to improve...
Diversity in Clinical Trials: Bridging the Gap PART TWO of TWO
April 26, 2023 15:00 - 13 minutes - 9.72 MBClinical Trial Committee members Mary Salazar and Lilliana Larsson discuss clinical trials in oncology, the importance of increasing diversity representation, and the impact it has on the future of oncology medicine. Objectives: Examine the lack of diversity in clinical trials and the effect is has on oncology care Understand the role of the clinical trial navigator and the impact navigation has on increasing diversity in the clinical trial space Explore navigation strategies to improve...
Be Bold: Mentorship Academy
February 15, 2023 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBBOLD Mentorship participants, Peg Rummel and Amie Booth share their experience, insights, and lessons learned from their time in the AONN+ Bold Mentorship Academy as well as dive into some AONN+ professional development opportunities in 2023. Objectives: The listener will be able to Identify the role of mentorship in navigation profession and benefits of mentorship Understand the reciprocal relationship between mentor/mentee Explore professional growth best practices gained from mentor...
Celebrating the Role of the Navigator
December 19, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBConsidering the year end is approaching, AONN + hopes to demonstrate our appreciation for navigators with an emphasis on celebrating the role of the navigator. We hope to encourage and inspire you as you listen to your navigation colleagues share their personal and professional experiences. Objectives: Listeners will: Reflect on why they became a navigator Learn how patient experiences have molded them Identify ways navigators may care for themselves while working within the field of on...
Role of the Oncology Navigator within the Multidisciplinary Healthcare Setting
November 21, 2022 16:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this session participants, will explore the value of the role of the oncology navigator within the multidisciplinary healthcare setting. Gleaning knowledge from experienced navigators flourishing in their multidisciplinary healthcare settings, listeners will explore best practices and communication tools essential for enhancing their navigation role amongst the oncology healthcare team.
Navigating Disparate Population: a Focus on the Indigenous Population
August 25, 2022 14:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBIn this episode, Linda Burhansstipanov, MSPH, DrPH, OPN-CGSM, president of Native American Cancer Initiatives, Inc. (NACI), shares her insights on navigating disparate populations, with a focus on the indigenous communities in the United States.
Leadership for Navigation: Sustainability on How Leadership Promotes Values of Navigation
May 02, 2022 19:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBIn this episode, Marsha Clements, RN, MSN/Ed, PhD, OCN, executive director of an oncology service line in New Hampshire, and Andrea (Andi) Dwyer, director of the Colorado Cancer Screening Program (CCSP) at University of Colorado Cancer Center, share insights on developing sustainable oncology navigation programs that provide values to healthcare administrators, patients, and providers.
Perspectives on Certification: Physician, Nurse, and Patient Navigator AONN+
February 24, 2022 20:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, Perspectives on Certification: Physician, Nurse, and Patient Navigator AONN+ Foundation for Learning Director of Certification Lisa Hartman and a group of experts discuss the value of oncology navigator certification from the perspectives of physicians, patient navigators, nurse navigators, and healthcare administrators.
Perspectives on Certification: Physician, Nurse, and Patient Navigator AONN+
February 24, 2022 20:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, Perspectives on Certification: Physician, Nurse, and Patient Navigator AONN+ Foundation for Learning Director of Certification Lisa Hartman and a group of experts discuss the value of oncology navigator certification from the perspectives of physicians, patient navigators, nurse navigators, and healthcare administrators.
Loving Yourself: Lessons in Caregiving
February 15, 2022 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBIn this episode, AONN+ leaders Emily Gentry and Monica Dean have a hearty discussion on self-love and share some “lessons learned” for oncology navigators to manage stress and anxiety as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, from loving yourself, movement, mindfulness, meditation and breathwork, and adequate sleep, to healthy diet and hydration.
The Heart of a Researcher
December 22, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBResearch can be done at many levels and take different forms, but it can be challenging to know where to begin and how to find collaborators and funders. In this podcast, Lisa Hartman, Director of Certification, AONN+ Foundation for Learning, Inc., leads a discussion with 2 seasoned researchers who share practical advice and suggest strategies for success for navigators who wish to embark on their own projects. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
Emotional Responses to Cancer
November 24, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBIn this episode, Monica Dean, AONN+ Director of Patient Navigation Programs, is joined by Cancer Support Community’s Susan Ash-Lee, MSW, LCSW, Vice President, Clinical Services and Education, and Kelly Hendershot, LGSW, LMSW, LSW, Senior Director, Institute for Excellence in Psychosocial Care, to discuss the emotional responses experienced by patients and caregivers during cancer treatment and beyond. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
Leadership - Communication, Creativity and Cultivation
October 27, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBIn this episode, Kendra Barber, MHA, BSN, RN, OCN, and Mary Buffington, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, discuss leadership, teamwork, and collaboration among oncology multidisciplinary care teams. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
Young Women with Breast Cancer: Needs and Opportunities
September 23, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode, Emily Gentry, BSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, OCN is joined by Janine E. Guglielmino, MA, Vice President, Mission Delivery, Living Beyond Breast Cancer, and Jasmine Souers, Co-Founder, Chief Visionary Officer, For the Breast of Us to discuss Living Beyond Breast Cancer’s recently conducted needs assessment of young women with breast cancer. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
Geriatric Oncology
August 25, 2021 11:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode, AONN+ FFL Director of Certification Lisa Hartman is joined by Sarah H. Kagan, PhD, RN, AOCN, APRN-BC, FAAN, FGSA, and Lora Rhodes, MSW, LSW to highlight the challenges of older patient populations in oncology and ageism in the healthcare system. This special Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation podcast episode is sponsored by Genentech. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
COVID-Driven Innovation: Virtual Tumor Boards
July 28, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBIn this episode, Cindy Barnard, RN, BSN, OCN, CBCN, and Zilipah Cruz, MSN-RN, discuss the challenges faced by tumor boards during the pandemic, and forecast the future of case conferences and virtual tumor boards. This special Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation podcast episode is sponsored by Genentech. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
Heroes of Hope Interviews
June 23, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBMonica Dean, Director of Patient Navigation Program Development at AONN+, speaks with Sharon Frances, breast cancer survivor and Co-Founder of Well Beings Studio, and Melinda Bachini, who was diagnosed with stage IV cholangiocarcinoma and now serves as the Director of Advocacy at the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation. Sharon and Melinda are both previous nominees of the CONQUER: the patient voice Hero of Hope™ Patient Award. This special Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation podcast episode is...
Patient Education and Patient Empowerment
May 26, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode, Ayesha Azam, Vice President of Medical Affairs at the PAN Foundation, and Joanna Morales, Chief Executive Officer of Triage Cancer explore how their organizations provide training, education materials, and more to patients, caregivers, and oncology care professionals to help address barriers in cancer care. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
Professional Development: Mentorship
April 28, 2021 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.1 MBNatalie Fellers and Patricia Johnson, BS, RN, OCN, CBCN, are co-chairs of the AONN+ Professional Development Committee. In this episode of the Heart and Soul of Navigation podcast, Natalie and Patti discuss the mission of the committee to provide mentorship support in areas of quality, process improvement, metrics, and reporting, and the importance of mentorship in the field of oncology navigation. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
Young Adults with Cancer
March 24, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBDevon Ciampa, LMSW, and Megan Solinger, MHS, MA, OPN-CG, discuss coordination of care for adolescent and young adults (AYAs) with cancer and the specific barriers this population faces, including mortality awareness, learning independence, and how to navigate their cancer journey in this transitional age range.
The Role of the Patient Navigator: Responding to Crisis
February 24, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBIn this episode, Monica Dean, HON-OPN-CG, Director of Patient Navigation Program Development at AONN+, and Zarek Mena, OPN-CG, Women’s Health Program Manager at Smilow Breast Health Center at Norwalk Hospital, discuss the role an oncology patient navigator plays in assisting their patients with cancer who may be facing health disparities during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as food insecurity and transportation barriers. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
How to Implement a Successful LNN
January 27, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBKristina Rua, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, and Sue Ellen Glover, MSN, RN, OCN, CBCN, ONN-CG, tap into the Professional Roles and Responsibilities domain in How to Implement a Successful LNN: Interview with Local Leaders. Hear from these key opinion leaders as they explain building programs and creating goals and objectives that ensure success. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
AONN+ Strategic Initiatives – Members Organization – “Your Voice Matters”
December 16, 2020 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode, Rani Khetarpal, MBA, and Christian Downs, JD, MHA, tap into Operational/Organizational Development and Health Economics in AONN+ Strategic Initiatives – Members Organization – “Your Voice Matters.” Hear from these key opinion leaders as they discuss value-based care and the power of the navigator’s voice. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
How to Best Use Advocacy Organizations
November 18, 2020 12:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBAONN+ Policy and Advocacy leaders Elizabeth Franklin, PhD, MSW, and Clara Lambert, BBA, OPN-CG, tap into the Patient Advocacy/Patient Empowerment knowledge domain in How to Best Use Advocacy Organizations. Hear the conversation between key opinion leaders in this area as they explore the social issues and challenges navigators should overcome to enrich patient care. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
Professional Development and the Role of Certification
October 21, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBMonica Dean, HON-OPN-CG;, Emily Gentry, BSN, RN, HON-ONN-CG, OCN;, Margaret Rummel RN, MHA, OCN, NE-BC, HON-ONN-CG;, and Zarek Mena, OPN-CG, tap into the Professional Development and the Role of Certification knowledge domain in Professional Roles and Responsibilities. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
Challenges with Disparate Populations
September 23, 2020 11:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBTap into the Community Outreach and Prevention knowledge domain in Challenges with Disparate Populations. Hear the conversation between key opinion leaders in this area as they explore the social issues and challenges navigators should overcome to enrich patient care. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
The Role of the Navigator as the Genetic Extender
August 26, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.06 MBAONN+ Genetics & Genomics Committee Co-Chairs Jennifer Klemp and Frank dela Rama discuss the domain of care coordination as it relates to the navigator pledge and put a focus on the barriers preventing patients and their care team from receiving the proper information/education about genetics testing. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
How to Implement a Successful Virtual Environment for Support Programs
July 22, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBAONN+ leaders Pamela Goetz, BA, OPN-CG, and Jennifer Bires, MSW, LICSW, OSW-C, tap into the Psychosocial Support Services and Assessment knowledge domain in How to Implement a Successful Virtual Environment for Support Programs. Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.