One colleague details how her fellow oncology nurse puts her all towards her patients and sets an example for others at her center.
My coworker, Kristy Myers, RN, is one of the most compassionate nurses I have had the pleasure to work with. She is dedicated to her patients, always has a sweet smile on her face and has shown herself to be a leader in our oncology infusion unit. Kristy is always willing to assist and mentor other employees, whether they be nurses, lab personnel or front desk employees. She is very deserving of this award.
Editor’s Note: This is an essay submitted by Sharon Williams for the 2021 Extraordinary Healer Award. Click here to read more about CURE®’s Extraordinary Healer® Award for Oncology Nursing event on April 30, 2021.
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Exploring the Dynamics of a Male Cancer Caregiver in a Society That Encourages Men to Be Independent
February 17th 2022In this episode of the “Cancer Horizons” podcast, the founder of Jack’s Caregiver Coalition, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting men throughout the caregiving experience, explores the layered sociological factors which can affect men in unique ways when they are supporting a loved one with cancer.
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