Highlands Oncology Group Congratulates APRNs on Completing Certifications in Oncology Care

Highlands Oncology Group Commends Two APRNs On Completing Advanced Oncological Certifications

Highlands Oncology Group, Northwest Arkansas’ leading cancer treatment provider, congratulates Melanie Haney and Elaine Porter, both Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) at Highlands Oncology Group, on completing advanced certifications in oncology care.

Melanie Haney successfully completed the Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS) certification and Elaine Porter successfully completed the Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) certification.

The AOCNS and AOCNP certification programs both require participants to pass a three-hour, 165 multiple-choice question exam which is based on the results of a role delineation study of advanced oncology nursing practice, according to the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) website. The comprehensive exams include 11 major subject areas.

As the leading cancer treatment and research facility in Northwest Arkansas, Highlands Oncology Group is dedicated to the advancement of cancer treatment and to providing patients with the best possible care and results.

Highlands Oncology Group proudly congratulates Melanie Haney and Elaine Porter on their milestone achievements!

To learn more about the certification programs, visit: www.oncc.org

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Highlands Oncology Group is a state-of-the-art facility, with a world-class team of specialists, that is committed to providing premier cancer treatment and to enhancing the quality of life of patients and their loved ones. Highlands Oncology group provides this in a friendly, comfortable environment conveniently located in Northwest Arkansas. Highlands offers the latest technology of diagnostic imaging and radiation therapies, on-site labs, a pharmacy and an infusion center. They also offer access to clinical trials, multidisciplinary clinics and support groups. Highlands Oncology Group is helping patients win the battle against cancer, every day!

For more information, visit: www.HighlandsOncologyGroup.com

Source: Highlands Oncology Group