Ambulatory Care nurses are involved in the complex management of medical and surgical oncology patients at Memorial Sloan-Kettering's multiple outpatient sites.
Nursing care in these sites covers many clinical areas:
- Adult Medical Oncology
- Neurology/Neurosurgery
- Head and Neck
- Orthopedic
- Gynecology
- Thoracic Medical Oncology
- Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology
- Pediatric Day Hospital
- Radiation Oncology
- Pre-Admission Testing
- Advanced Practice
- Nursing Practice
Roles of the Ambulatory Nurse
- Office Practice Nurse (OPN)
The Office Practice Nurse provides continuity of care to a specific patient population. This is done through the office visit, hospitalizations and the home environment.
- Ambulatory Chemotherapy Nurse
The Ambulatory Chemotherapy Nurse is responsible for the accurate and safe administration of chemotherapy, immuno- biologic agents and blood products to a disease specific caseload of patients.
- Unit Practice Nurse (UPN)
The Unit Practice Nurse is service-based, working with physicians and the OPNs, coordinating clinic activities to ensure a smooth and efficient flow during practice sessions.
- Research Nurse
The Research Nurse facilitates protocol study enrollment and coordination of patient care activities for those patients on clinical trials.
Outpatient Facilities
Memorial Sloan-Kettering has ambulatory, outpatient facilities throughout Manhattan and in Long Island, Westchester, and New Jersey. Please see Locations for specific information.
