<p>POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT:</p> <p>The Breast Cancer Clinical Practice Specialist (CPS) is a nursing practice role that serves patients with breast cancer and their families throughout PNHS integrated health system. The Breast Cancer CPS identifies the needs of patients with breast cancer from diagnosis throughout the care continuum, providing consultation and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team of providers (oncology, surgery, radiation therapy, and radiology) to assist these patients and their families in achieving their health care goals. Breast Cancer CPS care includes: assessment, intervention, and ongoing evaluation of the physical and psychosocial symptoms, care needs, and outcomes of patients with breast cancer; provision of patient education and counseling; design and delivery (written and presentation) of educational materials and curricula for both patients and staff; identifying and assisting patients in obtaining health system and community resources; and utilizing as well as conducting clinical research both independently and in collaboration with internal and external researchers.</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:</p> <p>BSN</p> <p>Minimum of 3 years' experience in the care of oncology patients.</p> <p>Expertise in physical and psychosocial assessment.</p> <p>Experience in leadership roles, research utilization, staff development and interdisciplinary collaboration.</p> <p>Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:</p> <p>Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification or ability to obtain this certification within 2 years required.</p> <p>Minnesota Nurse's License.</p> <p>Minnesota Driver's License.</p> <p>BLS provider status in accordance with American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines.</p> <p>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</p> <p>Able to prioritize, delegate and be self-directed.</p> <p>Strong clinical, human relations, leadership, and verbal and written communication skills.</p> <p>Ability to effectively problem solve and make sound decisions.</p> <p>Demonstrates knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients.</p> <p>Proficient in the operation of the following: personal computer utilizing word processing, graphics package, slide projector, overhead projector, photocopier, telephone, and fax machine.</p> <p>Proficient in pager, voicemail, and email use.</p> <p>This position requires familiarity and compliance with matters of law, regulations and internal policies affecting the employment relationship, (including but not limited FMLA, ADA, discrimination, and harassment laws).</p> <p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:</p> <p>Master's degree preferred.</p> <p>At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good - good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you'll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.</p> <p>We're a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.</p> <p>At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We're working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.</p> <p>Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health</p> <p>As a HealthPartners colleague, we're committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.</p> <p>Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.</p> <p>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.</p>