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Karen Jaworski-Semyen RN,MSN,AOCN
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Horizon Oncology Center
Karen Jaworski-Semyen RN,MSN,AOCN
I've learned that if one takes the time to "listen and learn about" their patients, one will be able to provide individual care and meet the patients/families' needs to the best of your ability. Taking time to "explain information allows the patient/families to dispel any "myths" that might exist. Preventing or managing symptoms early on is key.
At Horizon Oncology Center, I try to make a difference in patients' lives by respecting them as individuals with unique needs and providing compassionate, quality care base on these needs.
| Years of Service | Nearly 30 years in Oncology 5 years at Horizon Oncology Center |
| Education/Training | St Mary's College, Notre Dame, IN- BSN Indiana University School of Nursing - MSN |
| Certifications or Accreditations | AOCN- Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse |
| Responsibilities | Educate patients/families on Cancer disease process and management of symptoms. See patients in the clinic for disease or symptom management, before treatment, after scans or as follow-up after treatment is completed. |
| What’s the favorite part of your job at HOC and why? | I enjoy seeing the patients at various phases throughout their cancer journey... diagnosis, treatment, post-treatment. It allows me to support them through different experiences and challenges me to continually evaluate what type of care provides the most benefit to the patient. |
| Why did you become a cancer nurse, technician or employee? | To continually learn about cancer while caring for those with it. Cancer research is always changing Cancer care. It's exciting to be a part of this while being honored to care for those who have cancer. |
| Note to Family and Friends | I continually learn something new each day about life and courage from my patients. "Thank you"! |