Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BC

Kate B. Hubbard MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BC, is an oncology nurse educator with beyond Oncology, living in Asheville, NC. With over 15 years of oncology nursing experience, she enjoys using her experience to educate new and experienced oncology nurses through writing, curriculum development, and mentoring. Kate is passionate about oncology nursing and professional development and enjoys merging these two in a way that is impactful for oncology nurses and improves the care of their patients.

Articles by Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BC

Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | May 24, 2023
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN, NPD-BC, discussing using the SMART format to achieve your professional nursing goals.
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Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | May 11, 2023
Learn to use the SMART system to turn your professional development goals into professionally developed realities.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | March 7, 2023
Want to get involved in cancer prevention? It’s easier than you think! Here are 4 ways to get started.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | February 8, 2023
Is there a chemotherapy certification? What are the different options for chemotherapy education?
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | February 8, 2023
What is a chemotherapy practicum? How long is it, and what are the key components?
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | April 16, 2024
These tips are important resources for oncology nurses who are recent graduates and experienced nurses new to this specialty.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | January 9, 2023
Accreditation and certification surveys validate an organization's quality of care. How can your organization be prepared?
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | November 20, 2023
Oncologic emergencies are expected to increase over the next 20 years; here's what you need to know.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | November 17, 2023
Biomarkers can help determine who will benefit from targeted therapy. Learn more about their role in diagnosis and treatment.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | January 23, 2024
A look at biosimilar drugs and the role of oncology nurses in helping patients and caregivers understand this treatment.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | December 28, 2022
In response to more oral therapies, cancer centers are creating standardized oral oncolytic programs to improve patient care.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | October 31, 2022
New oncology nurses, either graduates or transfers, can learn best practices from their more experienced colleagues.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | September 1, 2022
Structured onboarding and residency programs can help retain nurses among high turnover rates among healthcare organizations.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | July 19, 2022
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BC®, explains why learning to write for the web can benefit oncology nurses.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | July 12, 2022
Oncology nurses are experts at caring for others but often struggle with their own professional development.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | April 6, 2022
With the shift in cancer care to the ambulatory care setting, a dedicated oncology nurse educator is a key asset to nurses.
Kate B. Hubbard, MSN, RN, OCN®, NPD-BCBest Practices | February 28, 2022
Professional networking or building relationships is an essential—and often fulfilling—part of a nurse’s career.