Course Calendar
Summer 2016 - Spring 2017
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de Souza Institute
Mission:
To inspire and empower health care professionals to provide the best cancer and palliative care through education and mentorship.
About de Souza Institute:
In 2008, the Ontario government funded de Souza Institute to support nurses that care for cancer patients and their families. In 2013, de Souza Institute
expanded its mandate to include other health care professionals. Through de Souza Institute, health care professionals obtain the specialized skills to
guide and help cancer patients throughout their journey (prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and palliation). de Souza Institute
courses are offered primarily online with the occasional course through webcast or in-person.
de Souza Institute is pleased to partner with the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, Cancer Care Ontario and University Health Network to offer the
best continuing education in cancer and palliative care.
Interprofessional Courses
In addition to nursing specific courses, (i.e. Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy, and study groups), de Souza Institute is offering
courses with an interprofessional focus which may be of interest to physicians, social workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, pharmacists,
spiritual care providers, psychologists and radiation therapists.
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Addressing Compassion Fatigue, Managing Grief and Loss amongst Healthcare Professionals
Advance Care Planning
Cancer Prevention
Cancer Survivorship: Partnering With Patients to Improve Their Experience
Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care (EPEC™-O) - Workshop
Interprofessional Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care - Oncology - Online (iEPEC-O)
Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice (based on nursing practice however suitable for regulated health care professionals)
Foundation of Cancer Disease Sites A, B, C
Introduction to Hospice Palliative Care
Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Communication
Interprofessional Psychosocial Oncology Distance Education (IPODE) Courses
Management of Dyspnea
Management of Depression and Anxiety in Cancer
Patient Navigation
Patient Teaching and Education
Psychosocial Care Education
Radiation Oncology
*To register for these courses visit www.deSouzaInstitute.com
Please note that course details may change.
For additional information visit www.deSouzaInstitute.com or contact us at
support@deSouzaInstitute.com
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Table of Contents
Mission.......................................................................................................................................................................................................1
About de Souza Institute..........................................................................................................................................................................1
Interprofessional Courses.........................................................................................................................................................................1
de Souza Designations for Nurses........................................................................................................................................................... 3
Courses by Domain:
Treatment and Delivery of Evidence Based Care................................................................................................................................... 4
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Advanced Pain Assessment and Management
Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice
Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites - Part A
Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites - Part B
Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites - Part C
Foundations of Oncology for ER Nurses
Introduction to Hospice Palliative Care
Management of Depression and Anxiety in Cancer
Management of Dyspnea
Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy
Radiation Oncology
Therapeutic & Supportive Relationships................................................................................................................................................ 5
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Advance Care Planning
Cancer Survivorship: Partnering with Patients to Improve their Experience
IPODE: Interprofessional Psychosocial Oncology: Introduction to Theory & Practice
Psychosocial Care Education Day
Patient Teaching & Coaching................................................................................................................................................................... 5
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Cancer Prevention
IPODE: Families in Oncology & Palliative Care
IPODE: Sexual Health in Cancer (Part 1)
IPODE: Sex Counselling in Cancer (Part 2)
Patient Navigation
Patient Teaching and Education
Maximizing Teaching and Communication Skills for Personal Support Workers
Developing Professional Practice and Leadership............................................................................................................................5 - 6
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Addressing Compassion Fatigue, Managing Grief and Loss amongst Healthcare Professionals
de Souza Expert Facilitator in Chemotherapy and Biotherapy
Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care- Oncology (EPEC™-O) - Workshop
Interprofessional Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care - Oncology - Online
Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Communication
Certifications and Continuing Competency Support.............................................................................................................................6
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Chemotherapy Competency Maintenance
CNA Hospice Palliative Care Exam Study Group
CNA Oncology Exam Study Group
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Certification Exam (CPHON) Study Group
de Souza Group Package Pricing .............................................................................................................................................................6
Course Packages........................................................................................................................................................................................7
Meet the Faculty.................................................................................................................................................................................... 8-9
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de Souza Designations for Nurses
What is a de Souza Designation?
The de Souza Designation is the latest standard in cancer and hospice palliative care nursing excellence. Nurses with the de Souza Designation are
recognized by employers, patients and families, policymakers and the public as well-regarded health care professionals possessing strong clinical
and leadership skills. They are also known as lifelong learners providing nursing excellence in psychosocial care.
The designations are open to all nurses across Canada that care for patients with or at risk of developing cancer and with patients who require
symptom management or palliative care. Once a designation is achieved, nurses are expected to maintain their designation through ongoing
professional education and practice. Below are details on each designation:
de Souza Intern
Earning a de Souza Intern Designation requires:
For nursing students with an interest in
oncology and/or hospice palliative care
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Obtaining a total of 2.0 credits; by completing at least one course from each of the four domains of practice
Passing the Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice course
Completing a clinical placement in an area of practice that provides cancer or hospice palliative care
Successful completion of a nursing program, and have a valid licence issued by the provincial/territorial regulatory body
de Souza Nurse Associate
For RNs or RPNs, who are not specialized
in oncology or hospice palliative care, but
are caring for patients with or at risk of
developing cancer, or providing palliative
care
Earning a de Souza Nurse Associate Designation requires:
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Obtaining a total of 4.0 credits; by completing at least one course from each of the four domains of practice
Passing the Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice course and/or the Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy
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At least one year (1950 hours) of continuous clinical experience
Having current registration and being in good standing with the College of Nurses in a Canadian province or territory
de Souza Nurse
Earning a de Souza Nurse Designation requires:
For RNs who are certified in oncology,
hospice palliative care or pediatric oncology
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Obtaining a total of 4.0 credits; by completing at least one course from each of the four domains of practice
Passing the Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice course and/or the Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy
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Completing a 75 hour clinical fellowship
Certification in oncology or hospice palliative care by CNA, CPHON or ONCC
Having current registration and being in good standing with the College of Nurses in a Canadian province or territory
de Souza APN
Earning a de Souza APN Designation requires:
For Master’s prepared RNs, Nurse
Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists,
Educators and Managers who are certified
in oncology, hospice palliative care or
pediatric oncology
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Obtaining a total of 4.0 credits; by completing at least one course from each of the four domains of practice
Passing the Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice course and/or the Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy
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Completing a 150 hour Clinical Fellowship and a research project
Certification in oncology or hospice palliative care by CNA, CPHON or ONCC
Having current registration and being in good standing with the College of Nurses in a Canadian province or territory
de Souza Scholar
Earning a de Souza Scholar Designation requires:
For PhD Nurses in an oncology or
hospice palliative care related field; nurse
executives, managers, professors or
scientists
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Completing a de Souza research mentorship/fellowship
Publication in a peer-reviewed journal within the four domains of practice
Receiving grant funding in research, education or leadership in Oncology or Hospice Palliative Care
Having current registration and being in good standing with the College of Nurses in a Canadian province or territory
Courses by Domain
Treatment & Delivery of Evidence Based Care
Advanced Pain Assessment and Management
Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice
Examines the pathophysiology of cancer pain; cancer pain syndromes,
pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention for intractable
pain in palliation. Participants will explore methods on how to conduct
educational and advocacy work.
Introduces the art and science of oncology practice. Fundamental concepts of cancer care will be presented for those who work with cancer
patients. Insight into the four most common types of cancer: breast, lung,
prostate and colorectal will be offered. The content is optimized for nurses
and is open to other regulated health care professionals.
Credits: 0.5 | Learning Hours: 24 | Format: Online & Webcast
Credits: 0.75 | Learning Hours: 40 | Format: Online
• September 6, 2016 to November 7, 2016
• January 30, 2017 to April 3, 2017
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July 11, 2016 to October 31, 2016
September 12, 2016 to January 2, 2017
January 16, 2017 to May 8, 2017
March 6, 2017 to June 26, 2017
Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites - Part A *
Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites - Part B *
Provides essential concepts for assessment, care and management in
leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma and pediatric cancers.
Provides essential concepts for assessment, care and management in
head and neck, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and skin cancers.
Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice is a prerequisite.
Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice is a prerequisite.
Credits: 0.25 | Learning Hours: 12.5 | Format: Online
Credits: 0.25 | Learning Hours: 12.5 | Format: Online
• On demand, course can be started at any time
• On demand, course can be started at any time
Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites - Part C *
Foundations in Oncology for ER Nurses
Provides essential concepts for assessment, care and management
in sarcoma, genitourinary, gynecological and central nervous system
cancers.
Covers approaches to address the issues of cancer patients in the ER
setting with pending/diagnosed oncologic emergencies as a result of
either the disease or its treatment.
Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice is a prerequisite.
Credits: 0.25 | Learning Hours: 12.5 | Format: Online
• On demand, course can be started at any time
Credits: 0.5 | Learning Hours: 25 | Format: Online
• September 12, 2016 to January 4, 2017
• January 16, 2017 to May 8, 2017
• March 6, 2017 to June 26, 2017
Introduction to Hospice Palliative Care
Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy
Introduces key communication, assessment and symptom management
best practices in HPC. Highlights the palliative approach centered on the
needs of patients and families from diagnosis to end of life care.
Builds nursing knowledge and skills in holistic, standardized chemotherapy, biotherapy and administration care. Participants must be Registered
Nurses with vascular access device competence.
Credits: 0.25 | Learning Hours: 10 | Format: Online
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July 18, 2016 to August 29, 2016
October 3, 2016 to November 14, 2016
January 16, 2017 to February 27, 2017
April 10, 2017 to May 22, 2017
Credits: 1.0 | Learning Hours: 35 | Format: Online & In Class
• September 12, 2016 to November 28, 2016
• January 9, 2017 to March 27, 2017
• April 10, 2017 to June 26, 2017
Radiation Oncology
Management of Dyspnea*
Covers therapy protocols, their implications on the patient, different treatment methods and a nurse’s role to prevent or treat radiation related side
effects.
Promotes an evidence-based wholistic approach to dyspnea care by
increasing knowledge about dyspnea, and its assessment and treatment.
This course was created in collaboration between Cancer Care Ontario
(CCO) and de Souza Institute.
Credits: 0.5 | Learning Hours: 24 | Format: Online
Credits: 0.125 | Learning Hours: 7 | Format: Online
• October 3, 2016 to November 28, 2016
• On demand, course can be started at any time
Management of Depression and Anxiety in Cancer *
Offered on demand via self-directed online learning; this interactive course includes a comprehensive review of screening, assessment and management of psychosocial distress. Depression and anxiety in adults with cancer is based on the 2015 Pan-Canadian Practice Guidelines. (www.capo.
ca). This course was created in collaboration with CCO. CME credits: 12.0 Mainpro-M1 credits, and 12.0 Section 1 credits
Credits: 0.25 | Learning Hours: 12 | Format: Online
• On demand, course can be started at any time
*This course is offered on demand. You will immediately get access to the course materials and have the course duration to complete all required activities.
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Therapeutic & Supportive Relationships
Advance Care Planning
This course is designed to examine the fundamental principles of advance care planning skills; their application and importance in acute care
and community care settings. Course participants will also learn how to
help patients appoint a Power of Attorney for Personal Care.
Credits: 0.5 | Learning Hours: 26 | Format: Online
Cancer Survivorship: Partnering With Patients to Improve
Their Experience
Developed with an interdisciplinary focus; highlights the best practices to
help patients in self-management and self-care; in the three core areas of
survivorship: managing health care needs, dealing with the consequences of cancer and its treatment, and adopting a healthy lifestyle.
Credits: 0.5 | Learning Hours: 25 | Format: Online
• September 12, 2016 to November 7, 2016
• October 3, 2016 to December 19, 2016
• January 23, 2017 to April 3, 2017
Psychosocial Care Education (Workshop)
Provides participants with the tools and strategies needed to further understand the emotional aspects of cancer care, patient support; as well as
family psychosocial needs as they move through the cancer care system.
Credits: 0.25 | Learning Hours: 12.5 | Format: Online & In Class
• Offered on request to interested groups and organizations
IPODE - Interprofessional Psychosocial Oncology: Introduction to Theory and Practice
Examines common individual and family experiences across the illness
trajectory from a theoretical, empirical and clinical perspective in order
to understand and assess distress and coping from a family centered
standpoint.
Credits: 1.0 | Learning Hours: 48 | Format: Live Online
• January 16, 2017 to April 17, 2017
Patient Teaching & Coaching
Cancer Prevention
IPODE - Families in Oncology & Palliative Care
Expands the knowledge of health promotion and disease prevention in a
cancer care context. Key distinctions will be made between approaches
and recommendations for clients in practice.
Focuses on developing interprofessional knowledge and skills in caring
for families experiencing cancer across the illness trajectory.
Credits: 0.5 | Learning Hours: 26 | Format: Online
• October 11, 2016 to December 19, 2016
Credits: 1.0 | Learning Hours: 48 | Format: Live Online
• September 19 2016, to December 19, 2016
IPODE - Sexual Health in Cancer (Part 1)
IPODE - Sex Counselling in Cancer (Part 2)
Focuses on understanding sexual health issues that arise in cancer care
and developing assessment and psycho-education skills.
Building on Sexual Health in Cancer (Part 1), this course is designed for
health professionals who have a counselling practice and wish to develop
further knowledge and skill in sex counselling.
Credits: 0.5 | Learning Hours: 26 | Format: Live Online
• October 11, 2016 to November 28, 2016
• January 23, 2017 to March 13, 2017
Credits: 0.5 | Learning Hours: 26 | Format: Live Online
• October 11, 2016 to November 28, 2016
• April 3, 2017 to May 22, 2017
Patient Navigation
Patient Teaching and Education
Identifies the supportive care needs of patients and their adjustment process from diagnosis to end of life care; Applies the principles of navigation
to enhance patient experiences throughout the cancer care journey.
Identifies the communication and learning styles of patients in order to
help you adjust the delivery of key information accordingly.
Credits: 0.5 | Learning Hours: 28 | Format: Online
• May 2, 2016 to July 11, 2016
• October 3, 2016 to December 12, 2016
• January 9, 2017 to March 20, 2017
Credits: 0.25 | Learning Hours: 10 | Format: Online
• May 16, 2016 to June 6, 2016
• October 24, 2016 to November 21, 2016
• January 16, 2017 to February 13, 2017
Maximizing Teaching and Communication Skills for Personal Support Workers
Helps identify learning styles of clients and how to use this knowledge to deliver health and wellness education effectively.
Credits: 0.0 | Learning Hours: 10 | Format: Online
• Offered on request to interested groups and organizations
Developing Professional Practice and Leadership
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Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care- Oncology
(EPEC™-O) - Workshop
Interprofessional Education in Palliative and End of Life Care
- Oncology * - Online
An interprofessional workshop that covers palliative and end-of-life care
topics, including core competencies in symptom management, ethical
issues and communication skills in palliative care.
Under development, this course is a full and self-directed adaption of the
EPEC™-O Canada materials and the original EPEC™-O (Education in
Palliative and End-of-Life Care for Oncology) course.
Credits: 0.25 | Learning Hours: 7.5 | Format: Online & In Class
• November 4, 2016 to November 18, 2016
Credits: TBD | Learning Hours: TBD | Format: Online
• In development, planned to be available in late 2016/early 2017
Developing Professional Practice and Leadership - Continued
de Souza Expert Facilitator in Chemotherapy and Biotherapy de Souza Expert Facilitator in Chemotherapy and Biotherapy
(Part 1) - A two part course designed to help RNs interested in facilitat- (Part 2) - In Part 2, facilitators facilitate the course. Participants must
ing de Souza Institute’s Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course in their local organization. In Part 1, the necessary skills
are developed Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy is
a prerequisite. CON(C) credential is required.
Credits: 0.0 | Learning Hours 6.5 | Format: Meeting
• April 24, 2017 to May 22, 2017
Addressing Compassion Fatigue, Managing Grief and Loss
amongst Healthcare Professionals
Critically examines the realities of health care professionals and the
impact of grief and loss on their own personal well-being. Learners will
explore how to apply self-care to promote a healthy work-life balance.
deliver the course (facilitate the workshop locally, or lead the full course)
at least twice in a one year time frame for a total of 15 hours, to a minimum of 4 colleagues per session to receive 1.0 de Souza credit for the
program.
Credits: 1.0 | Learning Hours 24 | Format: In Class
Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Communication
Explores how to find evidence based information for clinical use by carrying out a systematic search process, and analyzing clinical literature for
its quality, impact and applicability in practice using eHealth.
Credits: 0.25 | Learning Hours: 14 | Format: Online
Credits: 0.25 | Learning Hours: 13 | Format: Online & Webcast
• January 23, 2017 to March 6, 2017
• April 10, 2017 to June 19, 2017
Certifications and Continuing Competency Support
Chemotherapy Competency Maintenance
CNA Hospice Palliative Care Study Group
This is a self-paced course designed for nurses to review their practice
and receive up-to-date new information in chemotherapy and biotherapy
on and annual basis.
The de Souza Hospice Palliative Care Study Group is a preparatory
program to assist RNs as they study to write the CNA National Hospice
Palliative Care Specialty Certification exam.
Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy is a prerequisite.
Credits: 0.0 | Learning Hours: 5 | Format: Online
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October 10, 2016 to December 12, 2016
January 3, 2017 to March 6, 2017
January 30, 2017 to April 3, 2017
March 27, 2017 to May 22, 2017
CNA Oncology Exam Study Group
The de Souza Oncology Study Group is a preparatory program to assist
nurses preparing to write the CNA National Oncology Specialty
Certification exam.
Credits: 0.0 | Learning Hours: 27 | Format: Online
• November 14, 2016 to April 24, 2017
Credits: 0.0 | Learning Hours: 16.5 | Format: Online
• January 9, 2017 to April 24, 2017
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Certification Exam
(CPHON) Study Group
This course will help nurses prepare for the Certified Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse (CPHON) exam.
Credits: 0.0 | Learning Hours: 40 | Format: Online & In Person
• Offered in March, once every two years. Next offering in 2018
Note: Registration closes two weeks before the course start date. For course prices visit www.desouzainstitute.com
de Souza Group Package Pricing
de Souza Institute offers a special rate on the course list price for a purchase of three or more courses. All de Souza Institute courses are eligible!
This pricing is applicable for the following cases:
• An individual purchases three or more courses and pays for them in one cheque or credit card
• An organization, institution, or company purchases course(s) for three or more of their employees and pays for them in one cheque or credit
card payment
• A group of three or more individuals decide to pool together to avail of the discount.
Only one individual in the group purchases the course(s) and pays for the total amount in one cheque or credit card.
Please note: The group pricing is subject to de Souza Institute’s Cancellation, Incomplete or No Show Policy and other
policies.
For organizations or individuals interested in developing packages specific to their needs, please contact us at
support@desouzainstitute.com to discuss options and group discount.
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Course Package Examples
Person-Centred Care Series
Hospice Palliative Care Series
de Souza Institute is committed to supporting health care organizations in
their effort to enhance the patient experience. In order to provide
person-centred care, a team based approach is required to co-ordinate and
manage all aspects of care. The approach includes respect for patients’
values, preferences and expressed needs; co-ordination and integration of
care; information, communication and education; as well as symptom
management, emotional care, and involvement of family and friends.
Health care professionals in palliative care offer patients and their families a
variety of support whether it is emotional care, spiritual care, pain and
symptom management or bereavement counseling. de Souza Institute offers
a number of courses in our Palliative Care series to support health care
professionals which include:
To support a team based person-centred care approach, we suggest the
following courses:
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Addressing Compassion Fatigue, Managing Grief and Loss amongst Healthcare Professionals
Advance Care Planning
Advanced Pain Assessment and Management
Cancer Survivorship: Partnering With Patients to Improve their Experience
Education on End of Life and Palliative Care (EPEC™-O)
Introduction to Hospice Palliative Care
Patient Navigation
Patient Teaching and Education
Psychosocial Care Education
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Addressing Compassion Fatigue, Managing Grief and Loss amongst Healthcare Professionals
Advance Care Planning
Advanced Pain Assessment and Management
Canadian Nurses Association Exam Study Group for Hospice Palliative Care
Cancer Survivorship: Partnering with Patients to Improve their Experience
Education on End of Life and Palliative Care (EPEC™-O)
Interdisciplinary Psychosocial Oncology Distance Education Series (IPODE)
Introduction to Hospice Palliative Care
Management of Dyspnea
Management of Depression and Anxiety
Patient Teaching and Education
Psychosocial Care Education
RPN Series
Primary Care Series
For the RPN that works in the community, hospital or long-term care facility,
de Souza Institute is here to support you and meet your educational needs in
oncology and palliative care. Our suggested courses for RPNs include:
As a primary care professional, you too, see cancer patients in your practice.
We, at de Souza Institute, provide educational courses to support the health
care professionals that see cancer patients and their families. Our suggested
courses for Primary Care Providers include:
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Addressing Compassion Fatigue, Managing Grief and Loss amongst Healthcare Professionals
Advance Care Planning
Advanced Pain Assessment and Management
Cancer Prevention
Cancer Survivorship: Partnering With Patients to Improve their Experience
Education on End of Life and Palliative Care (EPEC™-O)
Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice
Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites
Introduction to Hospice Palliative Care
Patient Navigation
Patient Teaching and Education
Psychosocial Care Education
Radiation Oncology
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Addressing Compassion Fatigue, Managing Grief and Loss amongst Healthcare Professionals
Advance Care Planning
Advanced Pain Assessment and Management
Cancer Survivorship: Partnering With Patients to Improve their Experience
Cancer Prevention
Education on End of Life and Palliative Care (EPEC™-O)
Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice
Patient Navigation
Patient Teaching and Education
Psychosocial Care Education
de Souza Institute’s Top 3 Courses
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Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy
2,995 nurses
Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice
2,717 health care professionals
Pain Symptom Assessment and Management
1,1501 nurses
Meet the Faculty
de Souza Institute Faculty
Valrie Hursefield, RN, BA, MHA, CHPCN(C), CVAA(C)
Dr. Mary Jane Esplen is the Director of de Souza Institute, Clinician-Scientist
at the University Health Network and Professor in the Department of
Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. Dr. Esplen continues
to have a practice in psychosocial-oncology and conducts research to
develop new measures for the field of psycho-oncology or interventions,
including group therapy interventions or counseling approaches for
women and men undergoing genetic testing or who are dealing with a
current cancer and its impacts. She has an interest and expertise also in
approaches to managing grief and loss, conducting workshops for health
professionals.
Valrie Hursefield, a clinical nurse educator at the William Osler Health System,
has specialized in oncology and palliative care since 2006. Val completed
her nursing education in Bedfordshire, England, and holds a BA in Health
Care and a Master’s Degree in Health Administration. Val completed the
Oncology Nursing Distance Education Course (ONDEC) certificate course
in 2011, attained the CNA Hospice Palliative Care (CHPCNc) certification in
2012, and the Canadian vascular access certification (CVAAC) in 2014. She is
also the third recipient in Ontario of the de Souza APN designation; having
completed a clinical fellowship research project on advance care planning.
Outside her clinical role, Val is dedicated to supporting academic and career
progression of nurses and other health care professionals, in her role as a
course lecturer with Humber College.
Donalda MacDonald, RN, CON(C)
Martha Karn, RN, BScN, CHPCN(C), CON(C)
Dr. Mary Jane Esplen, PhD, RN
Donalda has been an oncology nurse for 40 years, working in both inpatient
and outpatient units. For the last 25 years she was a primary nurse in
lung and GI oncology as well as working in the chemotherapy suite. For
the last 10 years of her clinical career, she has been the solo instructor for
the Sinai C.A.R.E. Cancer Care education series that she and her chemo
colleagues developed targeting nurses new to oncology. In 2008, Donalda
was nominated by her oncology peers and was one of 100 nurses from
across Canada to receive the CNA Centennial Award honoring her work in
education of novice oncology nurses. In 2014, she was again honoured by
receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from CANO.
Martha Karn is a registered nurse specializing in of oncology and hospice
palliative care. Martha currently works as the Inpatient Palliative Care
Coordinator at Grand River Hospital /Grand River Regional Cancer Centre
in Kitchener, Ontario. Her career experience includes working in adult
surgical oncology, community, consulting, outpatient cancer clinic and
residential hospice settings. Martha is also an adjunct professor with
the McMaster School of Family Medicine and working on her Masters in
Oncology/Palliative Care. Martha has completed her CON(c) and CHPCN(c)
certifications.
Komal Patel, RN, BScN (Honours), MN, CON(C), CHPCN(C), CVAA(C)
Cathy Kiteley holds a MScN and works at the Trillium Health Partners, the
Credit Valley site as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. She has worked in the area
of oncology and palliative care for more than 20 years. She has both her
CNA Oncology and Palliative Certification. In addition to her clinical work,
she is part of the development team for several CCO symptom management
guides to practice. She is an active member of the MH Regional hospice
palliative care committee. She regularly mentors masters’ nursing students.
Cathy is a guest lecturer at the Bloomberg School of Nursing, de Souza
Institute and provides leadership at Wellspring. She is the co-chair for the
provincial APN Community of Practice.
Komal began her nursing career at William Osler Health System in
Brampton, Ontario in 2006 on an in-patient oncology unit. Komal holds a
BScN (Honours) from the University of Windsor and an MN with a teaching
focus from Athabasca University. She obtained her Oncology CNA
certification in 2010, Hospice Palliative Care CNA certification in 2012 and
her de Souza APN Designation in 2013.
Dr. Jiahui Wong, MD, PhD
Dr. Jiahui Wong has over 15 years of experience in research and program
evaluation in pharmaceutical, educational, and health care contexts. Jiahui
has an MSc in Epidemiology from Laval University in Quebec and a PhD
from the Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto. She completed
her postdoctoral training in Randomized Clinical Trials at the University of
Toronto. Her recent research activities include instrument development,
phase 3 clinical trials as well as program evaluation in nursing.
External Faculty
Aronela Benea, RN, BScN, MScN
Aronela Benea is an Advanced Practice Nurse at Women’s College Hospital
in the After Cancer Treatment Transition (ACTT) Clinic. She completed
her RN training in Romania in 1990. Aronela obtained her BScN degree
(Internationally Educated Nurses Program, 2009) and her MScN degree
(2012) from York University. She has worked in oncology clinical care and
research since 2008. In her current role she provides cancer survivorship
care to patients with various cancers.
Patricia Bieronski, BScN, RN CON(C)
Patricia has been involved in oncology nursing for over 35 years in both the
inpatient and outpatient setting. Patricia graduated from the University
of Western Ontario with a BScN and has held national certification in
Oncology from the Canadian Nurses Association since 1999. She has
worked in different roles including: staff nurse, resource nurse, charge
nurse, palliative care coordinator, nurse manager, Education Practice Lead
and oncology clinic nurse.
Her current position is a medical oncology clinic nurse at the Grand
River Regional Cancer Centre in Kitchener. In this role Patricia works in
partnership with patients diagnosed with solid tumors and their families.
She helps them navigate the system from consult through treatment
and initiates transition to survivorship while addressing information and
education needs, symptom management, distress, and achievement of
cancer care related goals.
Cathy Kiteley, APN, RN, MScN, CON(C), CHPCN(C
Janet Lovegrove, RN, BScN, MSc, CPMHN
Janet Lovegrove, RN, BScN, MSc, CPMHN, has taught the introductory
Fundamentals Hospice Palliative Care course while teaching undergraduate
nursing students at McMaster University. As an Associated Medical Services
(AMS) Phoenix “Call to Caring” Fellow at McMaster University’s School of
Nursing, she led an interdisciplinary team advocating for the self-care
needs of caring professionals (their AMS Phoenix Fellowship project titled,
“Bringing Transformational Change to Health Care Education, Practice, and
Community Settings” continues to help interested caring professionals
in various educational, clinical, and community settings to navigate the
world of growing technological care with care and compassion for self ). In
January and February of 2015, together with Viola Fodor her AMS Phoenix
mentor, Janet co-facilitated twelve “Self-Care for Caring Professionals” oneday workshops for critical care nurses at University Health Network.
Dr. Madeline Li, MD, PhD
Dr. Li is an assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry, University
of Toronto and a clinician scientist in the Department of Supportive Care,
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. In addition to clinical practice in cancer
psychiatry, she conducts research in psychoneuroimmunology and
psychosocial oncology. She has authored several publications, guidelines
and interprofessional education resources on the management of anxiety
and depression in cancer and is the developer and physician lead of the
Distress Assessment and Response Tool (DART) program.
Charmaine Lynden, MN, RN (EC), CON(c)
Charmaine holds a MN and works as a Nurse Practitioner in Radiation
Oncology at Mississauga Halton Central West Regional Cancer Centre at
Trillium Health Partners, Credit Valley Hospital site. She graduated from
the University of Toronto in 2008 and has worked in both Radiation and
Medical Oncology. Her clinical work involves running a NP-led symptom
management clinic for patients receiving combined modality treatment
for thoracic and pelvic malignancies. Her other areas include primary CNS
tumors, and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT).
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Meet the Faculty - Continued
Tara Moffatt, APN, RN, BScN, MN, CON(c), CHPCN(c)
Tara Moffatt is an Advanced Practice Nurse in Palliative Care and Pain and
Symptom Management. Tara was formerly an APN for the Palliative Care/
Pain and Symptom Management Team at Grand River Hospital in Kitchener
until May 2013. Tara has taken on a unique new position of clinical leader
with a small rural hospital for their medicine/surgical program where she,
and a dedicated team, are starting a Palliative Care/Pain and Symptom
Management Consultant Team at the West Parry Sound Health Centre.
Tara recieved her BScN at Queens University and MN at Ryerson University.
She also has her Canadian Nursing Association Certificate in Oncology and
Palliative Care.
Martha Pinheiro-Maltez, RN, MN, CPHON, APHON
Martha Pinheiro-Maltez is the Nurse Educator for the inpatient Hematology/
Oncology/Nephrology unit at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.
She obtained both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master’s
degree in Nursing at the University of Ottawa. She has worked in pediatric
hematology/oncology for the past 15 years. She is an active member of the
POGO Supportive Care Steering Committee, and Association of Pediatric
Hematology Oncology Nurses. She obtained her certification in Pediatric
Hematology/Oncology Nursing in December 2014, and designation as an
APHON biotherapy and chemotherapy provider course Instructor.
Dr. Mary Vachon, RN, PhD
Dr. Mary Vachon is a nurse, clinical sociologist, psychotherapist, educator,
and cancer survivor. She is currently a Psychotherapist in Private Practice,
Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Dalla Lana School
of Public Health at the University of Toronto and Clinical Consultant at
Wellspring. Dr. Vachon is the author of ‘Occupational Stress in the Care of
the Critically Ill, Dying and Bereaved.’ She has published over 170 scientific
articles and book chapters and delivered over 1,600 lectures around
the world on topics related to bereavement, occupational stress, lifethreatening illness, palliative care, survivorship and spirituality.
IPODE Course External Faculty
Marianne Arab, MSW, RSW
Marianne currently works at Cancer Care Nova Scotia, the provincial cancer
agency in Halifax, Nova Scotia as the Manager of Supportive Care and
Psychosocial Oncology. Her career experience includes working as an
inpatient clinical social work in the areas of Family Medicine, Oncology
and Palliative Care. She established the Grief and Bereavement Program
for the Capital Health Palliative Care Program, and was the Bereavement
Coordinator for the Program for four years. She was also involved in the
development and training of bereavement volunteers throughout the
province.
Marianne has been a strong advocate and champion for persons with cancer
and hospice palliative care in her province, serving on the Nova Scotia
Hospice Palliative Care Association Board for many years and co-chairing
numerous initiatives to improve oncology and palliative care services. She
is co-lead of a federally funded initiative training paramedics to provide
palliative care at home for patients in crises requiring palliative support
who do not wish to be transported to their local emergency department.
As well she has been instrumental in the adoption of screening for and
management of distress in oncology clinics across Nova Scotia. She has
been an on-line facilitator for the IPODE continuing education course since
2009 and was a field placement supervisor and seminar facilitator for MSW
and BSW on campus and distance education social work students at the
School of Social Work, Dalhousie University.
Marianne has played a key role in the development of the Palliative Care
Strategy in Nova Scotia and continues to act as a consultant to various
working groups involved in moving the Strategy forward and improving
access and quality of palliative care for all Nova Scotians.
Marianne has her Bachelor of Social Work from McGill University and her
Masters in Social Work from Dalhousie University.
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Karma Guindon, MSW, RSW, PhD (candidate)
Karma is a registered social worker and registered marriage & family
therapist. She uses a systems-based and integrative approach to practice
that is largely informed by postmodern principles. She presently works
in private practice providing couples and family therapy, and individual
therapy to children, adolescents and adults. Many of her clients seek her
services to address the psychosocial impacts of chronic and acute illness
and loss.
Karma practiced for 15 years at a child & family therapy program at an
Ontario teaching hospital. Her clients included children receiving cancer
care, and their families. Karma chaired the hospital’s education committee,
which was dedicated to improving front-line professionals’ knowledge of
psychosocial issues. Karma has also practiced in the areas of childhood
sexual abuse, adolescent eating disorders, and adult mental health. She has
provided supervision to students and therapy trainees, and consultation to
health professionals.
Karma is a PhD candidate at the Faculty of Social Work, Wilfrid Laurier
University. Her research is exploring contemporary professional ethics for
social work therapy practice. She has her Bachelor of Science degree and
Master of Social Work degree, both from the University of Toronto.
Karma has extensive teaching experience at the college, university, and
professional development level. She has been an online facilitator with
IPODE since 2013. She is also an instructor with the Social Work Professional
Development program at Wilfrid Laurier University. She regularly presents
at national and international conferences. Karma co-authored a therapy
workbook for teens, which was published in 2009.
Lisa Roelfsema, MSW, RSW
Lisa Roelfsema is a clinical social worker with over 16 years’ experience at
Trillium Health Partners, the last 10 specializing in working with patients
and families affected by Cancer. Part of her role at the Mississauga Halton/
Central West Regional Cancer Centre, involves facilitating the Women’s
Sexual Health Group Program for women who have had any type of
cancer. Lisa is also a facilitator of the on-line Gynegals group for women
with gynecological cancer experiencing sexual side effects. Lisa also has
a long standing interest and additional training in the area of the impact
of illness on sexuality and sexual function. Lisa has a private practice in
Streetsville for individuals, couples and families struggling with medical
illness and related spirituality, sexuality, relationship issues, grief and loss
concerns.
Sandra Rotholc, MSW, RSW, RMFT, RST
Sandra Rotholc has been practicing for over 18 years as an Individual,
Couples Family and Sex Therapist. She has a special interest in coaching
people to have healthier relationships. She is a Registered Psychotherapist,
Registered Social Worker, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist and
Registered Sex Therapist.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and a Bachelor of Social Work
from the University of Western Ontario. She also holds her Masters in Social
Work from the University of Toronto.
Sandra furthered her education and clinical experience while living in
London, England. For over 2 years she studied Psychosexual Therapy at
South Bank University and worked in a Sex Clinic administered through
the Whittington Hospital.
After moving to Vancouver, she worked for 4 years at the BC Cancer
Agency, where she helped formulate and facilitate breast and prostate
cancer forums and children’s groups. While at the Agency she also cowrote a children’s workbook and offered individual and family therapy and
couple’s psychosexual therapy.
Sandra now lives in Toronto, where she has her private practice continuing
to focus on Individual and Couples psychosexual Therapy. She also consults
for media engagements and enjoys watching her two children grow up.
She is a registrant in good standing with the College of Social Workers, the
College of Psychotherapists, a clinical member of American Association
for Marriage and Family Therapy, and a clinical member of the Board of
Examiners in Sex therapy and Counseling in Ontario.
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