King Hussein Cancer Center Nursing Oncology Training Course Oncology Nursing Program Knowledge is the mind, Attitude is the heart and Practice is the hand KAP is the human Fax +962 5300 460 ext 2343 Page 1
Pre-course Letter Dear Participant: We are delighted to have you join us in this nursing oncology training course! As part of the Hospital Staff development Programs, our goal is to provide the participants with comprehensive knowledge and help them in developing excellent skills in oncology nursing that will help in developing their career. We are going to explore topics that include overview of cancer, common cancers associated with adults and pediatrics in Jordan, cancer treatment modalities, assessment of oncology patients, symptom management, and professional issues in cancer nursing. We trust that your questions and concerns will be addressed in our time together. Be sure to ask for clarification as we proceed to make sure that you do not leave with any unanswered questions. As your colleagues, we welcome you and hope that you will enjoy yourself during this course and beyond. One of the most important course objectives is to have fun! Forget about what s happening at home or work. This is your time. Get all you can out of it and have a great experience!!! Sincerely, Course Coordinator: Mr. Mohammad Abu Humaid, RN, BSc, MIS Fax +962 5300 460 ext 2343 Page 2
INTRODUCTION The Clinical Nurse Coordinators and nurses play a major role in working with the team, coordinating care and ensuring that patients receive all the services they need in a safe manner. Clinical Nurse Coordinator and nurses work in collaboration with all members of the multidisciplinary team in an effort to provide a high quality comprehensive cancer service for people with cancer and their families. This course ensures that Clinical Nurse Coordinators and nurses will have the essential knowledge and skills in oncology and in professional issues in cancer nursing. COURSE DESCRIPTION This course aims to provide the generalist and advanced practice cancer nurses (clinical nurse coordinators and nurses) with comprehensive knowledge and skills to meet their job requirements. It will deliver a comprehensive review of the knowledge required to manage the oncology cases and give an opportunity to acquire the skill needed to deal with different tasks to provide holistic, clinical, autonomous and timely care for patients. It will provide education, leadership and utilize research to reflect the roles of the clinical nurse coordinators and other nurses in improving service and developing nursing practice. Course Objectives At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: 1. Discuss the major concepts of quality of life. 2. Identify different treatment modalities in oncology. 3. Identify the concept of protective mechanisms in oncology. 4. Discuss the alterations in cardiopulmonary function. 5. Identify and manage oncologic emergencies. 6. Describe health promotion measures toward cancer prevention and early detection. 7. Discuss the professional performance components and ethical issues in cancer nursing. 8. Discuss and apply the main components of research in nursing. 9. Assume a leadership role in implementing a change in practice. 10. Enrich participants knowledge in nursing oncology Fax +962 5300 460 ext 2343 Page 3
COURSE MODULES & COURSE OUTLINES Cancer Overview Pathophysiology of Cancer Diagnosis and Staging Principles of Surgical Oncology Nursing implications of surgical treatment Principles of Radiation Oncology Nursing implications of radiation treatment Early detection of cancer Infection control Chemotherapy: Cellular kinetics Chemotherapy administration Chemotherapy complications Chemotherapy side effects Combined chemotherapy Chemotherapy protocols Cytotoxic spill management Hormonal Therapy Biologic and targeted therapy Oncologic Emergencies Tumor Lysis syndrome DIC Fax +962 5300 460 ext 2343 Page 4
Spinal cord compression Increase ICP Hypocalcaemia Superior vena cava syndrome Common Cancers in Jordan and its related nursing care: Leukemias & Lymphomas Multiple myeloma Breast Cancer Lung Cancer GU Cancer GI Cancer CNS Cancer Bone & Soft Tissue Cancer Skin Cancer Head & Neck Cancer Palliative & hospice care Symptom Management Nausea & Vomiting Thrombocytopenia Neutropenia Stomatitis Fatigue Pain (Assessment and Management) Fax +962 5300 460 ext 2343 Page 5
Sleep/wake disturbances Peripheral Neuropathy Delirium Venous Access Device (VAD) BMT Nutrition aspects of cancer patients Psychosocial aspects of cancer patients Coping and sexuality Caring for adult childhood cancer survivor Developmental life stage issues in cancer care Professional Issues in Cancer Nursing Quality of Care Patient & Family Education Cancer nursing research Political issues regarding treatment of Oncology Patient Ethical issues in cancer nursing practice Cultural & religious care Complementary &alternative medicine Fax +962 5300 460 ext 2343 Page 6
Oncology Nursing Oncology Nurse Role & Job Description Cancer Nursing Education & Career Ladder Decision Making Holistic Patient Care Approach Principles of pharmacology TARGET AUDIENCE Clinical coordinators & registered nurses with one year experience and more DURATION - 6 Months (25 weeks, 21 days theory and 104 days clinical) The 1 st week theory then one day theory and 4 days clinical/week for 2 weeks, then one week clinical and so on TEACHING STRATEGIES: Teaching learning methods utilized to assist the participants in achieving course objectives include: Independent study (reading, thinking); Lectures Mini Class Demonstration Role Play Case Studies Group Work Discussion (seminar approach) Fax +962 5300 460 ext 2343 Page 7
TEACHING MATERIALS The materials used will include but not limited to the following Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing, 4th Edition: By Oncology Nursing Society, Joanne K. Itano, RN, PhD, OCN and Karen N. Taoka, RN, MN, AOCN Presentation Handouts EVALUATION STRATGIES Pre and post test Reflective discussion Class work and activities Home assignments SUCCESSFUL PROGRAM COMPLETION To successfully complete this course, the participants have to: - Set for the pretest and to pass the post test scoring 70% minimum - Actively participate in the course activities. - Share in the group work - Attend not less than 85% of the course sessions. - Attend not less than 90% of the clinical days. EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: -Understand the responsibility and accountability Fax +962 5300 460 ext 2343 Page 8
of clinical nurse coordinators and other nurses working in oncology setting in managing their work effectively and successfully. - Apply knowledge and skills to develop a team spirit and commitment within the work environment. - Develop confidence and competence in leading others and managing organization units. - Reflect high quality performance during work. - Utilize time effectively. - Solve problems properly. - Provide effective constructive feedback. - Reflect good staff and patient's satisfaction. PREPARED BY Director of training center Mohammed Abu Humaid REVIEWED BY Education supervisor Alaa Eddin Yousef APPROVED BY Director of training center Mr. Mohammad Abu Humaid Fax +962 5300 460 ext 2343 Page 9
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