Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Susan Yackzan, PhD, APRN, AOCN Enterprise Director of Service Line Performance Management, UK HealthCare
Cancer Conversations Episode 64
Join us on Cancer Conversations for an insightful discussion with Dr. Susan Yackzan, the Enterprise Director for Service Line Performance Management with Markey Cancer Center, as we take a look at the multifaceted world of oncology nursing. Discover the different pathways to becoming an oncology nurse, the various subspecialties such as medical, surgical, and GYN oncology, and the certification processes involved.
Dr. Yackzan shares her extensive career experiences, from academic medical centers to community hospitals, emphasizing her passion for patient relationships and the scientific approach needed in cancer care. If you are considering a nursing career or want to explore oncology, learn about the impact of this specialty and the opportunities available through the Oncology Nursing Society.
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