Cancer care coordinators support and guide you through your course of treatment by coordinating information and care with your team of physicians and allied health professionals. Your cancer care coordinator serves as your educator and advocate. He or she will work with you to make sure you understand your individual cancer diagnosis and treatment options. They will also provide direct support and access to resources such as chaplains, family counselors, support groups, end-of-life care, cosmetic services, psychological services, cancer rehabilitation services, and therapists. Your cancer care coordinator knows that the more you understand your diagnosis and treatment plan, the better prepared and less anxious you will be. He or she ensures this by providing you and your family with education and psychological support. They will listen to your concerns; coordinate physician appointments and follow-up care; assist in managing paperwork; and help you sort through all of the necessary information you receive during your cancer care.
Meet your Cancer Care Coordinators:
Rachel Louwagie, RN, BSN, OCN
Received her Associates Degree in Nursing from Ridgewater College, Willmar, MN
Received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Jacksonville University, Jacksonville, FL
Juliana Neumann, RN, BAN, OCN
Received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Nursing from Concordia College, Moorhead, MN
Lisa McBrian, MA, RN
Received her Master of Arts as Clinical Nurse Specialist from The College of St. Scholastica, Duluth, MN
Received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Winona State, Winona, MN