I’m not sure where to begin on this one. I have worked inpatient and outpatient Oncology and have loved every minute of it. I have found for the most part patients are incredibly kind. My patients have given words of wisdom. Given me the courage to step outside my comfort zone. It has challenges and keeps your on your toes. Like learning how subtle sepsis can come on. Hematology emergencies. Having conversations with patients who no longer want to continue and helping them share it with their family/doctors. Learning how to be a strong advocate. I know you asked for the best thing, but it’s the whole package. The opportunities it brings.
The reward I receive from standing side by side through the journey offers so many blessings. I cannot change the outcome but I can help along the way. I get so much more than I give.
Having the opportunity to offer hope, and make a difference in the days the patients have left. Many people after their cancer diagnosis need someone to offer hope. Oncology nursing allows you to offer that hope, and the ability to make a difference in a patients life. Their days may be short, but if you can put a smile on their face or bring laughter to their mouth then you've done something to make a difference. I always prayed with my patients before starting their chemo, and that prayer made a difference in their treatment, and their life. I could go on, but being an oncology nurse has blessed me as much as I've had the opportunity to bless others.
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For me being an hem-onc infusion nurse, its being able to build a rapport with patients that you really cannot do with bedside nursing. Getting to know the patient, their family and about their lives helps me provide a more rounded quality care.
Patients and the science.
