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# Your Professional Home in Oncology Nursing

For oncology nurse navigators and those affected by recent AONN+ developments, ONS is here to help you connect, learn, and advance your practice.

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## You Don't Have to Navigate What's Next Alone

Oncology nurse navigators play a vital role in helping patients and families move through complex cancer care.

ONS has been a trusted professional home for oncology nurses, including nurse navigators, providing opportunities to connect, learn, share expertise, and grow throughout every stage of their careers.

Together, the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS), Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC), and Oncology Nursing Foundation (ONF) are offering resources and opportunities to help nurse navigators stay connected to the oncology nursing community and continue advancing professionally.

## One Complimentary Year of ONS Membership

Eligible AONN+ nurse members who are not currently ONS members can receive one complimentary year of ONS membership upon submission and verification of proof of AONN+ membership. Claim Your Membership by December 16, 2026.

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## 2027 ONS Congress® Scholarships

The Oncology Nursing Foundation will offer 10 ONS Congress® scholarships for eligible AONN+ conference registrants, helping nurse navigators continue accessing education, connections, and professional development.

[Learn About ONS Congress® Support](https://www.onfgivesback.org/funding-nurses/apply-now?utm_source=HubSpot+&utm_medium=AONN%2B+Special+Landing+Page)

## AONN+ RN Abstract Submitters Can Present Poster at 2027 ONS Congress®

 All AONN+ nurse navigators who were scheduled to present an abstract at the 2026 AONN+ conference are invited to share your accepted work as a professional poster at the 52nd Annual ONS Congress, April 14–18, 2027, in Washington, DC.

Please note that you must show proof of your abstract acceptance by December 16, 2026, and the primary author must be an RN.

[Email Us to Learn More](mailto:conferences@ons.org)

## Keep Learning. Keep Growing.

ONS connects you to a broader oncology nursing community and resources designed to support you throughout your career. Explore resources including:

- [ONS Nurse Navigation Learning Library](https://www.ons.org/nurse-navigation-learning-library?utm_source=HubSpot+&utm_medium=AONN%2B+Special+Landing+Page)
- Evidence-based oncology nursing education, including [Oncology Nurse Navigator Competencies](https://www.ons.org/oncology-nurse-navigator-competencies?utm_source=HubSpot+&utm_medium=AONN%2B+Special+Landing+Page)
- Professional networking and [ONS Communities](https://www.ons.org/join-ons-communities?utm_source=HubSpot+&utm_medium=AONN%2B+Special+Landing+Page)
- ONS Congress and educational events
- Clinical practice resources
- Professional development
- Leadership and [volunteer opportunities](https://communities.ons.org/participate/opportunities-list-public?utm_source=HubSpot+&utm_medium=AONN%2B+Special+Landing+Page)

## Continue Your Certification Journey

Professional certification provides an opportunity for oncology nurses to demonstrate specialized knowledge and commitment to their practice.

Through ONCC, nurses can pursue credentials including the [Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN®) certification](https://www.oncc.org/oncology-certified-nurse-ocn-renew?utm_source=HubSpot+&utm_medium=AONN%2B+Special+Landing+Page), and the [Oncology Certified Navigation Nurse (OCNN™)](https://www.oncc.org/oncology-certified-navigation-nurse-ocnn-coming-soon?utm_source=HubSpot+&utm_medium=AONN%2B+Special+Landing+Page) planned for 2027.

## There's a Place for You Here.

Wherever you are in your oncology nursing journey, you deserve a professional community that supports your practice, your growth, and the patients you serve.

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