Neuro-Oncology Essentials 4.15.26

April 15, 2026

This session provides an overview of essential pediatric neuro-oncology concepts for nurses caring for patients with brain tumors. Participants will review commonly seen pediatric brain tumors, the treatment plans, and the bedside nurse's role in caring for this population. Case based discussion will help reinforce key concepts and support clinical knowledge development. 

Target Audience

Nurses

Learning Objectives

  1. Identify commonly seen pediatric brain tumors and describe basic treatment approaches
  2. Discuss the role of the bedside nurse in the care of pediatric patients with brain tumors
  3. Apply knowledge gained from case studies and pre/posttest review to strengthen neuro-oncology clinical understanding and certification exam preparation. 

Additional Information

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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 2.00 ANCC
    Children’s National Hospital will provide 2.00 Nursing Contact Hours for this Live activity.
  • 2.00 Participation
    Successful completion of this continuing education activity.
Course opens: 
02/20/2026
Course expires: 
06/14/2026
Event starts: 
04/15/2026 - 9:00am EDT
Event ends: 
04/15/2026 - 11:00am EDT
Part of: 
Neuro-Oncology Nursing Fellowship (2026)
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SZ Main Campus West Building Floor 1.5 Goldberg Conference Room
Speaker(s)

Megan Iaconelli, MSN, RN, CPN, CPHON

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Kate Mazur

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Joint Accreditation Statement

In support of improving patient care, Children's National Hospital is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Children’s National Hospital Accreditation Provider# 4008362.

Credit Designation Statement

Nurses: Children’s National Hospital designates this activity for a maximum of 2.0 Live ANCC contact hours. 

Available Credit

  • 2.00 ANCC
    Children’s National Hospital will provide 2.00 Nursing Contact Hours for this Live activity.
  • 2.00 Participation
    Successful completion of this continuing education activity.
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