Hematology Nursing

Hematology nursing is a different aspect in nursing where assistance and care for patients with blood diseases and disorders is dealt with. Haematology nurses may also assist in blood tests, transfusions, chemotherapy and other diagnostic and treatments related to blood such as leukaemia, lymphoma, sickle cell anaemia, Hodgkin’s disease and haemophilia. A haematology nurse has responsibilities very similar to an oncology nurse. Haematology nurses involve in both direct and indirect patient care. Direct care involves diagnostic and treatment aspects. Indirect patient care involves information collection and record keeping. Special training is required for Haematology nursing. This training is essential for dealing with sensitive issues such as IV infusions, catheter insertion etc.