Oncology Nurses Association of India
The formation of an association has been a long-awaited dream for the dedicated Oncology Nurses at Tata Memorial Hospital. The primary objective behind this initiative is to unite all nurses involved in oncology care and create a platform for continuous learning and development in the field of Oncology Nursing.
Ms. A.K.Bhargavi, the then nursing superintendent along with few nurses originated the association. 1st November 1994 during the UICC conference held at New Delhi, it was inaugurated. The first release of quarterly newsletter “Oncology Nursing News Letter” was done by the then Executive Secretary of Oncology Nursing society (ONS) Ms. Pearl Moore.
Oct 1993
Senior members of Tata Memorial Hospital thought of starting a professional organization.Nov 1994
First office bear of the Oncology Nurses Association of India.CONCEPTION
The History of Oncology Nurses Association of IndiaNov 1994
The Oncology Nurses Association of India was officially inaugurated in New Delhi by Ms. Pearl Moore, CEO, and ONS.Milestones of ONAI
First Office Bearers
Executive Members – Ms. Annamma Chacko, Ms. Usha Samudre, Ms. Satam, Ms. Sitalakshmi Pillai, Ms. R. S. Bhalekar.
Terms of Office
Eligibility for Membership
The Oncology Nurses Association of India has presently 1750 Life Members and Institutional Members.
Fully trained nurses interested or plasticising in oncology.
For a term of 4 years. Quarterly issue of Journal. Institutes have no voting rights. Only for institutes.
Future objectives are;