Red River Valley Chapter of ONS

08/29/2026

Everyone is invited to join us for Oncology Nurses Night at UND Hockey! Use the links/QR to sign up for free tickets in the Suite. Food and drinks courtesy of RRVONS. If you already have a ticket to the game, let us know to add your name to our Suite guest list!
See you there!

08/18/2026

The wait is over!

Realized we have never uploaded the scholarship application to our page. We still have some available for the year so if you have any need please fill it out and email to the address listed below!

08/18/2026

AMAZING OPPORTUNITY!!!

Are you thinking about taking the new certification test for radiation oncology? Below is the link to apply for a scholarship to help with coverage for the test!

After filling it out apply for a scholarship through us to help pay for any testing materials you may need!

Recipients receive funding to cover the ONCC ROCN™ Certification exam fee. The ROCN™ Certification exam is expected to be available in fall 2026. ,

08/05/2026

DON'T FORGET!!!!

Next week is our vendor symposium. Come learn about advances in the industry and snack on some delicious appetizers!

Hope to see you all there!

07/10/2026

Interested in becoming a board member? Here is the list of open positions for next year!

Perks: you get to collaborate on the events we host, attend board meetings where we discuss different topics, and even get a paid trip to the ONS conference which is being held in Washington D.C. next year!

Our next board meeting is July 14th and is a virtual one if you don't have the ability to drive up to attend! Reach out to any board member get set up!

06/16/2026

Did anyone see the new certifications becoming available this Fall? Certification in Radiation Oncology (ROCN) and an Oncology Certified Navigation Nurse (OCNN). Please check out them out at oncc.org for more information!

If you are thinking about taking these tests look into scholarship opportunities to help pay for your test or the study materials. There are many listed on the ONS website but there are several scholarships available through us your local chapter.

We have several scholarships available in the spring and fall. Please reach out to any board member for the form or it can be found attached to our lastest newsletter!

06/12/2026

Also if you are wanting help with review for the AOCNP certification MD Anderson is also offering a review course. Information below!

This course was specifically designed to help you close knowledge gaps and feel confident on exam day! Access expert-led modules, up-to-date resources, and practical tips—whenever and wherever it fits your schedule. Earn up to 24.25 Nursing Contact Hours (including 11.5 Pharmacotherapeutics credits)! Whether you’re just starting your exam prep or looking for a final review, this course is your key to success.

UT MD Anderson, Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) Review Course, 5/12/2025 12:00:00 AM - 5/12/2027 11:59:00 PM, This comprehensive Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) Review Course is designed to aide oncology APRNs in closing the gaps in knowledge related....

06/12/2026

FREE - GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL NURSES NEXT SATURDAY FROM MD ANDERSON!

Overview
LEAP-N Oncology Series is designed for healthcare professionals to keep them updated in oncology patient care concepts with a focus on advanced pharmacotherapeutics. This activity will target education to strengthen knowledge in therapy selection, adverse effect management, and risk mitigation, including antimicrobial resistance and opioid use disorder.

Target Audience
Specialties - 1. NO SPECIALTY
Professions - Nurse - APRN, Nurse - RN, Physician Associate, Student or Trainee

Credits
AAPA Category 1 CME (4.25 hours), ANCC - Nursing Contact Hour(s) (4.25 hours), Pain and Opioid (1.00 hours), Pharmacotherapeutics (4.25 hours)

HERE IS THE LINK AS WELL -
https://mdanderson.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=5&EID=60171

06/04/2026

Don't forget to register for our June 11th event in Fargo! Hope to see you there!

05/17/2026

Some of our board members got to enjoy the sunshine and have some fun at the ONS Annual Congress in San Antonio, Tx this past week!

One of the RRV members Maria Schmidt was on the planning committee. What a fun and interesting group to be a part of.