Ambulatory Technician Residency Program

Nurses at a large radiation oncology service felt unable to safely delegate radiation oncology ambulatory technician (ROAT) responsibilities due to inconsistent onboarding. This project implemented a standardized ROAT residency program to improve role understanding, scope of practice adherence, and nursing support. Post-intervention, nurses and ROATs reported improved workflow and morale. Nurses and ROATs provided positive and supportive feedback on the program's usefulness. Plans include expanding the program to other cancer center services.

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Journal for Nurses in Professional Development
Published
2025-04-29
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https://doi.org/10.1097/nnd.0000000000001133
Primary Topic
Advances in Oncology and Radiotherapy
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Ambulatory Technician Residency Program

J.M. Gorman, Brandon W. Qualls, Namrta Chahal, Francine Eichorn
Journal for Nurses in Professional Development
Advances in Oncology and Radiotherapy
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Ambulatory Technician Residency Program

J.M. Gorman, Brandon W. Qualls, Namrta Chahal, Francine Eichorn
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Abstract

Nurses at a large radiation oncology service felt unable to safely delegate radiation oncology ambulatory technician (ROAT) responsibilities due to inconsistent onboarding. This project implemented a standardized ROAT residency program to improve role understanding, scope of practice adherence, and nursing support. Post-intervention, nurses and ROATs reported improved workflow and morale. Nurses and ROATs provided positive and supportive feedback on the program's usefulness. Plans include expanding the program to other cancer center services.

Journal for Nurses in Professional DevelopmentVol. 41(3)
University of Rochester Medical Center (US), Global Initiative on Psychiatry (GE)
Openalex Percentile: Top 86%
Advances in Oncology and Radiotherapy
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