Research Priorities of the Oncology Nursing Society: 2024-2027.

Authors :: Rosenzweig M
Belcher SM
Braithwaite LE
Cuaron L
Fischer-Cartlidge E
Lally RM
Linder LA
Meyeraan T
Ogunkunle R
Springer NG
Song L
Wickersham KE
Moore MSB
Anderson A
Source :: Oncology nursing forum [Oncol Nurs Forum] 2024 Oct 17; Vol. 51 (6), pp. 502-515.
Publication Year :: 2024
Abstract: Problem Statement: To define the Oncology Nursing Society Research Agenda for 2024-2027.<br />Design: An iterative, multiple data sources consolidation through the Research Agenda Project Team.<br />Data Sources: Previous research priorities, literature review, stakeholder survey, and research priorities from other cancer care organizations and funding agencies.<br />Findings: 10 evergreen statements articulated foundational values for oncology nurse scientists, and 5 topics emerged as research priorities for the upcoming three years: Advance patient-centric, precision symptom science; provide evidence for safe and effective cancer care delivery models and support of the oncology nursing workforce; describe the impact of the environment on cancer care outcomes; integrate patient navigation into cancer care across the trajectory; and advance the use of innovative methodologies in oncology nursing research.<br />Implications for Nursing: The Oncology Nursing Society Research Agenda is an effective resource for directing the organization's research vision. This foundational document directs funding awards and requests, mentorship, and policy initiatives.