#3 Insights into Oncology Nursing and Beyond with Nelly ‘ShiningLight’ Zarate Part 2

How does the CCVONS (California Central Valley Oncology Nursing Society) specifically cater to the needs of infusion nurses and vascular access nurses, and what kind of education modules do they provide?   Joining us again is our esteemed guest, Nelly Shininglight, diving deeper into the heart of oncology nursing and the community efforts that are shaping lives in the California Central Valley.   Nelly, the dedicated President of the California Central Valley Oncology Nursing Society (CCVONS), returns to touch upon the noble mission of the organization, aiming to elevate the expertise of oncology nurses through comprehensive educational modules. Together, we discuss the tangible benefits of joining CCVONS, despite some uncertainties surrounding membership costs.   This episode also reveals the touching side of nursing as we discuss various philanthropic projects – from holiday donations for the elderly in convalescent homes, to providing school supplies to disadvantaged children. Safety and responsible giving are at the core of these endeavors, which the society plans to document and share with their community on social media.   Nelly also advances the conversation on the cancer registry, biomarker testing, and HPV vaccination advocacy – diving into medical controversies and emphasizing the importance of community outreach and proactive dialogue with legislators. We delve into the transformative work of oncology nurses and society’s search for volunteering tech-savvy secretaries to lead them into a paperless future.   Join us for another episode with a focus on advocacy, education, and connection.   Highlights You Don't Want to Miss: 🔹Nelly's Continued Impact As the President of the CCV ONS, Nelly shares her passion for providing exceptional education to oncology nurses. We uncover her efforts in initiating free educational modules and the invaluable resources available to members.   🔹Healthcare Heroes and Holidays  Listen to heartfelt stories about the initiatives taken to spread joy to the elderly during festive seasons, and the compassionate project of providing backpacks to underprivileged schools.   🔹Nursing Challenges A candid conversation ensues about the difficulties nurses face in navigating patient care within the constraints of time and resources, and the critical role of social work in healthcare settings.   🔹Cancer Care Insights Gain knowledge on the latest in biomarker testing and its pivotal role in cancer treatment, along with a crucial discussion on the importance of HPV vaccination in preventing cancer.   Know more about Nelly: Nelly Zarate is a registered nurse who has worked in oncology over the last 6 years in different roles. She also worked in oncology research as a study nurse.  She has experience as a surgery-oncology case manager working closely with newly diagnosed cancer patients such as breast cancer, head and neck cancer, GI cancer, & urology cancer. She created a support group for cancer patients and actively participated in tumor board meetings.  She is now, working in cancer survivorship. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Bachelor of Science in Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care.  She is currently working on furthering her education, she will be graduating in December 2024 from the MSN-FNP program at Fresno Pacific University. She is a compassionate nurse and likes to serve her local community and make a difference in patient's lives by providing support to the patient and their families.  Nelly is the President of the California Central Valley Nursing Society.   To know more about Central Valley Oncology Nursing Society, join their Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/116187008199711   Connect with Nelly: Facebook: nelly.castro.18062 ----more---- Join us in Transformation Nurse Academy as we unravel the transformative landscape of nursing and healthcare alongside Kevin, and be part of the conversation that propels the field forward.    Join our Facebook group:  facebook.com/transformationnurseacademy   Connect with Kevin:  TikTok: @kevin.er.nurse Instagram: @kevin.er.nurse Youtube: @kevin.er.nurse