Yes, as @sister says - it sounds like your BC nurse is taking a VERY proactive role!
And record any conversations you have as well, @jan61 especially with your surgeon & oncologist etc. That way you can go back over it in the privacy of your home & digest exactly what was said. With our minds 'abuzz', it is really easy to forget what has been said. Just use your phone - you can download a voice recording app for free ..... Just put it on the desk & hit record.
Whereabouts are you Jan? City/town/state? It sounds like you are rural & live away from major services? We may have members nearby who are familiar with any services in your area? I am rural in NSW and have access to subsidised travel & accommodation when I need to go to Sydney & Port Macquarie for my checkups - there could be similar services for you too. I just have to get a form signed by the Health Professional each time I go & submit it & they put 'petrol money' into my bank account. Ever $ helps.
All the best, take care xx