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thanks for the reply! I've already begun looking for rn-bsn programs in my area, and have completed all the needed courses, so I am hoping to have a BSN soon! I'm glad you enjoy your position, I hear many oncology nurses burn out very quickly and it's a harsh reality, but I'm extremely drawn to the field and hoping to find some kind of oncology floor, but I know a few years of med surge experience may be the best first step, but still keeping fingers crossed for an onc position! thanks again for the reply!

Hi everyone, this is my first posting on this website so please excuse if I make a mistake! I'm a 22 year old in the last semester of my ADN RN program! It's been a long haul, but I start preceptorship in a month and I'm very excited! I'm very interested in oncology nursing. My ADN program was very brief about cancer, so my knowledge is limited. I became very interested when a representative of Texas Oncology Group came to speak to my class about it. I spoke to the representative and she was very encouraging to look into the field. However, I'm...a little lost on how to get involved. As I mention, I'm 22, the only "real job" I've had is a secretarial position. How did you all get into oncology nursing? Do you have and suggestions of how to get involved? Should I look for an internship? Should I even be looking at this right now? I've brought up my concerns to my teachers, they have all replied with, "concentrate on now," but I am a worrier and a planner so I would appreciate any advice of how to get into this field!