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UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON
Position Vacancy Listing
PVL# 58902

Please Note: A change was made to this position announcement on 08/11/08

Working title:

Research Nurse Coordinator - Phase I Cancer Research, UWCCC

Official title:

CLIN NURSE SPECIALIST(R44DN) or ASSOC CLIN NURSE SPEC(R44FN)

Degree and area of specialization:

BSN Required.

License/certification:

Current Registered Nurse License for the State of Wisconsin is required.

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

Minimum one year nursing experience. Strong interest in clinical research.

Hepatitis B vaccination or proof of prior vaccination will be required at the time of employment.

Principal duties:

The Phase I Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) must have a high degree of clinical expertise with a specific focus on the treatment of patients with anticancer agents and a specialized interest in the field of Oncology Research.

Responsibilities Include:

Assure all clinical research activity adheres to Federal, University of Wisconsin, and UWCCC policies, procedures and requirements.

Provide patient nursing care, including symptom management, toxicity documentation and support for psychosocial aspects of the treatment.

Coordinate the clinical testing of Phase I chemotherapy agents. Collaborate with all members of the Phase I team to meet the research goals and expectations. Act to maximize the scientific and clinical outcomes of each protocol and provide clinical leadership for organized responses to meet anticipated program needs.

Responsible for daily conduction of the Phase I research activities, including sharing of skills and knowledge with the patient, their families, hospital staff and community.

Determine, analyze and intervene to meet the specialized educational needs of patients and their families participating on Phase I clinical trials.

Adhere to quality assurance aspects of the Phase I program as established by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and/or pharmaceutical companies.

The Phase I CNS shares on call responsibilities 24 hours per day/7 days per week and is responsible to the Senior CNS Clinical Coordinator, Assistant Director and Principal Investigator.

This position is expected to follow the policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards for excellence and professionalism established by the UWCCC and the University of Wisconsin.

A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring.
A period of evaluation will be required
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Appointment type: Academic Staff
Department(s): SMPH/COMP CANCER CTR
Full time salary rate: Minimum $49,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Term: This is a renewable appointment.
Appointment percent: 50% - 100%
Anticipated begin date: SEPTEMBER 05, 2008
Number of positions: 1

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION

Application must be received by: AUGUST 29, 2008

HOW TO APPLY:

Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #58902 to

Dona Alberti
K4/516 CSC, Box 6164 TTY: N/A
600 Highland Avenue Fax: 608-263-9132
MADISON WI 53792 Email: dba@medicine.wisc.edu