Abstract: |
Objectives: To review advanced practice nursing roles in planning, implementing, and evaluating survivorship care. Data Sources: Review of the literature, published articles, government and organizational reports. Conclusion: The increased focus on improving post-treatment cancer care presents opportunities for advanced practice nurses to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of cancer survivors. Implications for Nursing Practice: As experts in the comprehensive delivery of care, oncology advanced practice nurses are positioned to initiate, deliver, and evaluate survivorship care through innovative models. © 2015 Elsevier Inc. |