Contact ONS
Phone: 866-257-4ONS (4667), option 2,
Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–5 pm (EST)
Email: [email protected]g
125 Enterprise Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15275
ons.org
MEMBER
RESOURCE
4/2024
ONS Chief Executive Ofcer
Brenda Nevidjon, MSN, RN, FAAN
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Thank You for Your Membership and
Commitment to Oncology Nursing
As an Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)
member, you are part of a community of
nurses dedicated to transforming cancer care
through practice, education, research, and
leadership. We are honored to have you as
part of this amazing group, whether it is your
rst year or you have been with ONS from its
beginning.
Our digital Member Resource Guide is
organized for you to understand your benets
from ONS, the Oncology Nursing Foundation,
and the Oncology Nursing Certication
Corporation (ONCC). Use the links to explore
the many topics and ways to build your
knowledge with free or discounted nursing
continued professional development (NCPD)
hours, share your expertise through volunteer
opportunities, expand your professional
network, pursue or maintain your certication,
and connect to the ONS website for even more
information.
Thank you for allowing ONS to support you as you make a
difference for your patients every day. Thank you for your
membership and your dedication to improving the quality of life
and outcomes for patients with cancer and their families.
ONS Communities
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The ONS Communities bring members together to share ideas, information, and experiences with colleagues
across the country and around the world. ONS offers communities for almost every aspect of oncology nursing,
from treatments and procedures to care settings and career tracks, or connect with all nurses in the All-Member
Community.
Access the virtual platform to share your oncology nursing expertise, collaborate with fellow nurses on best
practices, improve patient care, support your colleagues, and view and apply to current ONS volunteer openings.
Both ONS and your practice become stronger every time you choose to share your time, skills, and expertise.
Clinical Helpdesk
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As an ONS member, you have exclusive access to the ONS clinical helpdesk for all your hands-on, clinical-based
questions. A member of the ONS clinical team will get back to you in 24–48 hours, Monday–Friday.
ONS Chapters
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Chapter membership provides opportunities to connect and network with other dedicated oncology nurses in
your local area, often at in-person events. Many ONS Chapters partner with local healthcare organizations to offer
benecial programs to its members and community. ONS has more than 200 chapters across the United States.
International Society of Nurses in Cancer Care
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When you become a member of ONS, you also become a member of the ISNCC.
CONNECT TO COLLEAGUES
Connect with ONS and join the important conversations
about oncology nursing and health care.
Facebook: facebook.com/oncologynursing
X: x.com/oncologynursing
Instagram: instagram.com/oncologynursing
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/oncology-nursing-society
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@oncologynursing
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Free and Discounted NCPD
Learn More
Ongoing professional development is critical for nurses to stay at the forefront of practice and patient care. ONS
offers more than 50 free NCPD contact hours and hundreds of discounted NCPD activities to its members to help
you learn more about the oncology nursing profession and delivering quality cancer care. There are webinars,
podcasts, articles, courses, and more to explore.
Conferences and Events
Learn More
Network, learn, and grow in your practice through ONS conferences. Whether in person or virtual, our conferences
provide resources, education, and contact hours for you to learn and earn while meeting your scheduling and
learning needs. As an ONS member, you get an exclusive and signicant discount on your conference registration.
• ONS Congress
®
• ONS Bridge™
Advocate for Oncology Nursing
Sign Up For Health Policy Updates
Learn More
Stay informed about the latest legislation affecting oncology nursing, discover ways to advocate for the profession,
and gain access to educational advocacy webinars.
Get Involved In Active Advocacy Initiatives
Learn More
Visit the ONS Action Center to nd the most urgent issues for oncology nursing advocacy, learn about your elected
officials and candidates, look up specic legislation, and sign up to be notied when ONS, nursing, or your patients
need your voice.
CONTINUE YOUR
Professional Development
Job Board
Learn More
View the latest job openings, post your resume, and set up alerts to help you land your dream job.
Emerging Leaders
Leadership Competencies
Learn More
ONS supports the use of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership
™
Leadership Competencies, which
dene the skills needed at the individual, group, and governance levels of leadership. You can use the extensive
competencies to identify your particular areas for growth across several domains.
Free Leadership Course
Learn More
Every nurse is a leader and empowered to drive change in the health of our communities. Gain knowledge about
the essentials of governance and other leadership qualities by becoming a board member: in your community, at
your hospital, in your local ONS Chapter, or on the ONS Board of Directors and other national and international
organizations.
ONS Leadership Process
Learn More
You can become part of the vital group of leaders who shape the future of ONS. Each year, positions are available
for the ONS Board of Directors. Contact the Leadership Development Committee for more information at
[email protected].
Advance your career
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Each month, ONS members receive one of two alternating peer-reviewed print journals. These award-winning
resources are also available online.
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing (CJON)
Learn More
Through
CJON
, ONS publishes clinically relevant, evidence-based content to ensure oncology nurses across
diverse roles and practice settings can care for patients with cancer. Six times a year, articles found in
CJON
are
used in NCPD activities and are available for two years after they are posted online.
Oncology Nursing Forum
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ONS’s premier research journal disseminates ndings from oncology nursing science and fosters the translation
of research evidence to practice.
Two additional resources available to ONS members are the ONS Huddle Cards and Core Competencies.
ONS Huddle Cards
Learn More
ONS Huddle Cards are a members-only resource that provide education in an easy-to-understand one-page
format. The cards focus on topics relevant to oncology nursing, and are great for quick review during change in
shift huddles, in-services, or staff meetings.
ONS Core Competencies
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ONS role-specic competencies dene the fundamental knowledge, skills, and expertise required to perform at
the highest level.
Other resources available for oncology nurses include ONS’s online magazine,
ONS Voice
, and the
Oncology
Nursing Podcast.
ONS Voice
Learn More
ONS’s monthly online magazine is dedicated to news, views, and advocacy and connects you with the latest
information for patient care.
ONS Voice
received recognition from the AM&P Network’s EXCEL Awards and the
Annual Awards for Publication Excellence (APEX) competition in 2023.
Oncology Nursing Podcast: Where ONS Voices Talk Cancer
Learn More
Bringing together the unique perspectives of subject matter experts, ONS’s weekly podcast series delves into
clinical conversations important to oncology nursing—like advancements in immunotherapy treatments, nancial
toxicity, and career development. Many episodes offer free NCPD, so subscribe to the podcast and let the free
credit hours come to you. The podcast received a silver AM&P Network EXCEL Award in the podcast series
category in 2023.
stay informed
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ONS's
get involved
Volunteer Opportunities with ONS
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ONS relies on volunteer involvement to design its programs because nurses know what nurses need. Helping to
develop nursing education is a great way to share your knowledge and build your resume while ensuring that your
colleagues have the most updated resources to provide high-quality cancer care.
There are numerous volunteer opportunities for you to use your oncology nursing skills to improve patient care,
support fellow nurses, build your leadership skills, and most importantly, transform the way the world cares for
patients with cancer.
Take a moment to visit our listing of current open volunteer opportunities and check back often as there are new
ones added throughout the year. Some of cyclical volunteer opportunities are highlighted below:
ONS Congress and ONS Bridge Content Planning Teams
Help plan, implement, and evaluate the sessions and events that address practice issues. The planning teams
require ONS membership to participate. Keep an eye out in January for ONS Congress applications and in
September for ONS Bridge applications to open.
Abstract Reviewers
Review and provide feedback on abstracts’ overall success, as well as provide general reviewer comments.
Institutional Pilot Testers
Complete all aspects of ONS courses—read the content, review links, complete learning checkpoints, participate
in discussions, and complete the post-test—to help guarantee participants have a successful experience.
Program Faculty
Develop content, slides, and other materials that will be presented and used for live educational programming.
Submit Your Abstract to Present at ONS Congress
Learn More
If your abstract is accepted for ONS Congress, you’ll educate your nursing peers on improvements and solutions you
implemented in your workplace while also building your resume and polishing your presentation skills.
Contribute to an ONS Publication
Add to the collective knowledge of your profession by writing, reviewing, or editing for
Clinical Journal of Oncology
Nursing, Oncology Nursing Forum,
or other ONS resources like books, standards, and guidelines. Contact
publishing@ons.org to nd an opportunity that ts you.
Grow Your Writing Portfolio with CJON’s Mentorship Program
Learn More
If you’re a clinical nurse who would like to get published in a peer-reviewed journal for the rst time—or if you’re an
experienced author interested in collaborating with novice authors—the
CJON
Writing Mentorship Program is right
for you.
Share Your Perspective with ONS Voice
Do you have a nursing topic that you’d love to write about? Whether you’re interested in writing a single article,
series, or more, consider sharing your perspective and knowledge through
ONS Voice.
To submit topic suggestions,
contact pubONSV[email protected].
ONS Awards
Learn More
Each year, ONS grants prestigious recognition to oncology nurses, researchers, and employers who change lives
and better their profession. Nominate a colleague or employee and give special notice to their work. Several awards
are eligible for self-nominations, and most award winners receive travel reimbursement to attend ONS Congress.
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Rise Above the Rest
Oncology Nursing Certication Corporation (ONCC) offers the only oncology-specic,
nationally accredited certication programs designed for RNs. ONS members can
save $120 on all certications provided by the ONCC, including the widely recognized
Oncology Certied Nurse (OCN
®
) credential. The savings apply to both exam and
renewal fees.
Choose the Path That’s Right for You
Learn More
ONCC offers the following certications to reect your specialized knowledge and experience:
• Oncology Certied Nurse (OCN
®
)
• Certied Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse (CPHON
®
)
• Certied Breast Care Nurse (CBCN
®
)
• Blood and Marrow Transplant Certied Nurse (BMTCN
®
)
• Advanced Oncology Certied Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP
®
)
• Advanced Oncology Certied Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS
®
)*
• Certied Pediatric Oncology Nurse (CPON
®
)*
• Advanced Oncology Certied Nurse (AOCN
®
)*
*Only available for maintaining and renewing an existing credential.
EXPLORE THESE RELATED RESOURCES
Certication Checklist
Learn More
Visit the link above for an easy, ve-step checklist to help you achieve your ONCC certication.
Review Resources
Learn More
Try an ONCC Practice Test to simulate the test-taking experience.
Emeritus Status
Learn More
ONCC offers emeritus status so that even after retiring from practice, ONCC-certied nurses can showcase their
knowledge and commitment to oncology nursing.
Individual Learning Needs Assessment (ILNA)
Learn More
Most ONCC-certied nurses renew their credentials after taking an ILNA and then completing professional
development activities based on their learning needs.
Earn points for certication renewal by completing ONS’s online courses and journal activities.
With ONS and ONCC, we make maintaining your professional certication easy!
Oncology Nursing
Certification Corporation
Earn Your Certification
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Since 1981, the Oncology Nursing Foundation has awarded more than
$32 million in awards, grants, and scholarships to meet the needs of
oncology nurses in the areas of education, research, leadership, career
development, mentorship, and chapter funding..
Learn More
Education
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Applications are accepted annually from September 15 to February 1.
• Bachelor’s scholarships: $3,000
• Master’s scholarships: $5,000
• Doctoral scholarships: $7,500
Leadership and Career Development
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• ONS Congress Scholarships: Up to $2,000 to apply toward ONS Congress registration and expenses.
Applications are accepted annually from September 15 to December 1.
• Ceira Boyle Student Nursing ONS Congress Scholarship: Supports a student nurse who is pursuing a career
in oncology nursing by providing the funding to attend ONS Congress.
Applications are accepted annually from
September 15 to March 15.
• Josh Gottheil Memorial SCT/BMT Career Development Award: Up to $2,000 to fund attendance for
professional development specic to transplant nursing.
Applications are accepted annually from February 15 to
June 15.
• Leadership Scholarships: Up to $1,200 to apply toward registration fees to attend a leadership nursing
continuing professional development program.
Applications are accepted annually from March 15 to September
15.
Sustain the Future of Oncology Nursing
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Your donation to the Oncology Nursing Foundation, a national public, nonprot, tax-exempt, charitable organization,
helps to fund continuing education, leadership development, wellness initiatives, and research for and by oncology
nurses, ensuring that nurses will continue to improve the lives of patients with cancer.
Oncology Nursing Foundation
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Support Quality Cancer Care
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Students Join ONS For Free
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We're here to help you navigate your career path, expand your knowledge, and help to prepare you for a transition
from student to professional. Membership gives you the opportunity to build the condence and skills to make a
difference in the life of every patient you encounter throughout your career. Your free membership includes the
following benets at no additional cost.
Free Access to ONS Cancer Basics
™
Course
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As a student member, you can take the ONS Cancer Basics course (value of $90) for free. Enter code STDNTCB at
checkout.
This introductory-level course prepares nurses new to oncology or in non-oncology settings to provide quality care to
patients receiving chemotherapy. View instructions on how to register for membership, and then access the course
to get started.
Membership in a Local ONS Chapter
Learn More
Attend local chapter meetings, meet fellow oncology nurses, and learn from their experiences. Involvement with
your local ONS Chapter is a great way to improve cancer care within your specialty and local community.
ONS Communities
Learn More
Share ideas and ask questions of other oncology nurses in the virtual ONS Communities. There is a community
dedicated to student ONS members.
Scholarships and Awards
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Advancing your knowledge enhances your ability to provide excellent care to your patients. To help you defer the
cost of additional courses and certications, ONS offers a wide variety of awards and scholarships so you can
expand your education.
student members
Q: WHAT IS THE EXPIRATION DATE FOR MY
MEMBERSHIP?
A: Your membership expires 12 months from your join or
renew date. Your membership expiration can be found on
your official ONS membership card, located on your ONS
account. You may also contact customer relations at 866-
257-4ONS for verication.
Q: HOW DO I RENEW MY MEMBERSHIP?
A: Renew online at ons.org/join-renew or by contacting
customer relations at 866-257-4ONS. ONS added
an option for membership autorenewal. On the online
application, choose membership autorenewal to maintain
uninterrupted access to all of the ONS resources and
benets you need each year.
Q: CAN I RENEW MY MEMBERSHIP BEFORE IT
EXPIRES?
A: You can renew your membership at any time
throughout the year. Your expiration date will simply be
extended by an additional 12 months.
Q: WHERE CAN I FIND MY ONS MEMBER ID?
A: Your ONS member ID is located in several different
places.
• The conrmation email sent when you join or renew your
membership
• Your ONS account online
• Your official ONS membership card
• Your membership renewal notice
• Your ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy
certicate and provider card and renewal notices
• ONS NCPD certicates
• Directly above your name and address on the mailing
label on your Oncology Nursing Forum and CJON
monthly mailing
Q: HOW DO I RESET MY PASSWORD?
A: Follow the account recovery steps below:
1. Go to ons.org.
2. Click Login in the upper right of the screen.
3. Click the Forgot Password link next to the orange Login button.
4. To locate your account, enter the email address or phone
number on your CONTACT account and click Find Your
Account.
5. A list of email address and phone numbers from your account
will display. Choose an email address or cellphone number to
receive your password reset code. Click Send Code.
6. A six-digit code will be sent to your contact selection.
7. Enter your six-digit code and select Submit Code.
8. Enter your new password.
Q: HOW DO I REGISTER FOR A COURSE?
A: Visit the ONS professional development page.
Q: WHEN WILL MY COURSE START, AND HOW DO I
ACCESS IT?
A: All ONS courses are on demand and available to the learner
immediately upon successful course registration at courses.ons.
org. If you need assistance accessing your course, email
[email protected]g or call 866-257-4ONS.
Q: WHERE DO I FIND INFORMATION ABOUT MY
CERTIFICATION RENEWAL?
A: To learn more about certication renewal, visit
oncc.org
.
If you require further assistance, contact ONCC toll free
at 877-769-6622 (U.S. and Canada callers only) or
email [email protected]g.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Industry Relations Panel
Tier 2: Astellas
Tier 1: Johnson & Johnson • Kite, a Gilead Company • Lilly
Please visit our ONS Industry Supporters web page to nd information on
pharmaceutical partner organizations, patient assistance, and clinical trial resources at:
https://www.ons.org/business-development/corporate-supporters
ONS would like to thank these companies
for their contributions to oncology nursing.