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ONS Seeking Editor - Manual for Radiation Oncology Nursing Practice and Education, Sixth Edition

Signup Deadline: 01-20-2025
Starts: 02-01-2025
Ends: 01-01-2026

Description:

ONS is in search of an editor for an upcoming publication – Manual for Radiation Oncology Nursing Practice and Education, Sixth Edition.

This publication will address the following topics:

  • Professional Practice for the Radiation Oncology Nurse
  • Fundamentals of Radiation Oncology
  • Radiation Safety
  • Radiation Treatment Modalities
  • Multi-Modality Therapy
  • Treatment-Related Side Effects and Nursing Management
  • Oncology Emergencies
  • Special Populations
  • Continuum of Care
  • Patient and Caregiver Education

Editors will work with ONS staff to identify authors, provide instructions and guidance to authors, and edit received chapters. All chapters will undergo a double-blind peer review process prior to publication. Editors will assist authors in evaluating and incorporating peer review feedback on an as-needed basis. 

The timeline for the work will be February 2025 – January 2026.

Requirements:

  • Strong knowledge of radiation therapy
  • Ability to complete literature reviews and synthesize data on topic
  • Strong writing experience with publications in peer reviewed journals or books
  • Ability to meet deadline
  • Education level: RN

Volunteers Needed:

1 (1 open slot)

Experience Required:

4 - 6 Years Nursing Experience

Points:

1200

Contact:

Dave Burns, BA


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