Oncology Nursing Society Forming a new CHIP at the local level

What Is A CHIP?

Defining CHIP Chapter In Progress A group of ONS members desiring professional networking and educational opportunities at a local level A CHIP is a precursor to becoming an ONS Chapter ONS has over 230 Chapters & CHIPs

Getting Started First, notify ONS Chapter Relations staff of your interest in starting a CHIP (tel: ; Complete online application Identify a proposed geographical service area for the CHIP Must have at least 15 ONS members in service area to get started

Getting Started Identify a core group of leaders (president, treasurer, secretary, programs chair and membership chair) Select a group leader (president) Plan and host an initial meeting for ONS members in your proposed area Plan follow up meetings

Once the CHIP is approved Schedule and hold at least four (4) membership meetings per year during the 2-year probationary period If applicable, grow the CHIP membership from 15 to at least 25 members Complete required reports at year-end

Making your CHIP a success CHIP president should plan to attend annual Chapter Leadership Workshop (July, Pittsburgh, PA; ONS pays for) Gain support from area hospitals, clinics and other facilities that support oncology nursing education Survey CHIP members to determine their interests

Making your CHIP a success Build your governing board in order to involve more members Delegate tasks & responsibilities to board members and committees to keep everyone active on the board Build excitement for achieving Chapter status!

You may apply for a Chapter Charter once you have: Successfully completed a 2-year probationary period Grown from 15 members to 25 members during the probationary period Held at least 4 meetings per year during the probationary period Held an election to identify the required 6 board positions (President, President Elect, Secretary/Treasurer, Program Chair, Membership Chair, and Nominating Committee Chair) and each of these positions must be for 2-year terms

You may apply for a Chapter Charter once you have: (cont’d) Demonstrated an average increase in attendance at meetings Sent a representative to the annual Chapter Leadership Workshop at least once during the probationary period Completed & submitted a Chapter Annual Report & Treasurer Report each year during probationary period Submitted a completed Chapter Charter Application to ONS Board of Directors at the completion of 2-year probationary period

Benefits of Becoming a full Chartered ONS Chapter Participation in educational programs Networking with other members and chapters Funding (dues reimbursements; $10 per member) Eligibility for Chapter Awards Free Chapter Virtual Community site Access to ONS leadership resources and opportunities Participation in the annual Chapter Leadership Workshop (July, Pittsburgh, PA) Dedicated ONS Chapter Relations staff available to assist

How does a CHIP relate to ONS?

ONS Structure In keeping with its vision to lead the transformation of cancer care, ONS maintains an organizational structure that is responsive to the changing needs of Society members.

ONS Volunteer Structure Board of Directors ONS Membership (Individuals), Chapters/CHIPs, Special Interest Groups Editorial Boards Advisory Panels Project Teams Nominating Committee

National ONS Board of Directors Governs ONS Responsible for: u Strategic Planning u Financial Management u Establishing policies for the Society

National ONS Board of Directors President President Elect Secretary Treasurer Directors at Large

Advisory Panels & Project Teams Conduct the work necessary to complete projects and special assignments Members may volunteer to serve on an Advisory Panel or Project Team.

Selection of Panel and Project Team Members Based on: Areas of expertise Experience Geographic location Interest in particular projects

ONS National Office Staff ONS maintains a National office (Pittsburgh, PA) and a full-time professional staff. ONS staff work with the Board, Advisory Panels, & Project Teams to achieve the mission of the Society. Chapter Relations staff assigned specifically to assist Chapters & CHIPs

ONS Resources

There are many resources at the national level available to help you with developing your CHIP Tools and Resources

Chapter Resources Chapter Officers Virtual Community: Dedicated Chapter Relations staff Online chapter leadership tools, webcasts, and other training materials Tel: (412)

Resources include: Annual Chapter Leadership Workshop (July, Pittsburgh, PA) ONS pays for one rep per Chapter/ CHIP to attend CLW Regional Chapter Officers Mini-Retreats held 4-8 times a year throughout U.S.

Oncology Nursing Society The vision of the Oncology Nursing Society is to lead the transformation of cancer care.

Ready to get started? To inquire about starting a CHIP, contact ONS Chapter Relations Visit the Chapter Officers Virtual Community for all Chapter/CHIP resources: Get started today!

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