Oncology Nursing Pharmacology Curriculum: Receptor Tyrosine Kinase (RTKs)

This course provides nurses with a comprehensive overview of Receptor Tyrosine Kinases (RTKs), focusing on their structure, activation, and role in cancer progression, as well as the mechanisms of drug binding, therapeutic pathways and toxicities.

Target Audience

This course is designed for nurses caring for patients being treated with Receptor Tyrosine Kinase (RTKs).

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to: 

  • Describe the structure and function of Receptor Tyrosine Kinase (RTKs) and their role in cancer cell signaling
  • Explain the mechanisms of action, common toxicities, and resistance patterns associated with Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKIs)
  • Apply clinical knowledge to support nursing care, patient education, and symptom management in patients receiving RTK-targeted therapies

Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 0.61 ANCC
  • 0.61 Attendance
Course opens: 
07/21/2025
Course expires: 
07/21/2026
Cost:
$30.00
Part of: 
Oncology Nursing Pharmacology Curriculum

This course is self-paced by the learner.

Faculty/Content Authors
Clayton Irvine, Pharm.D., R.Ph., MBA
Pharmacy Senior Manager
Pharmacy Cancer Care Unit
Supervisor of Pharmacy Oncology Treatment Center Tech
Pharmacy Oncology Treatment Center
Department of Pharmacy
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Ashley Walter, Pharm.D., R.Ph.
Pharmacist
St. Marys Hospital Dec Pharmacy
Pharmacy Services Unit
Department of Pharmacy
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Course Directors

Denise Rismeyer, DNP, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
Director of Continuing Nursing Education
Assistant Professor of Nursing, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Department of Nursing
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Roxanna M. Holper, MS, RN
Nursing Education Specialist - Cancer Center Quality Program
Instructor in Nursing, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Department of Nursing
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Credit Statements 

ANCC 
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.61 ANCC contact hours.  


Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science 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.

 

Other Healthcare Professionals 
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations. 

Available Credit

  • 0.61 ANCC
  • 0.61 Attendance

Price

Cost:
$30.00
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