In-Home Nurse Interviewer

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 18 May 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Lineberger Compr Cancer Center - 426801
Career Area Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)
Posting Open Date 05/14/2024
Application Deadline 05/18/2024
Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title In-Home Nurse Interviewer
Position Number 20064298
Vacancy ID S023255
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Variable schedule based on participants and business needs.
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $25.00 - $37.50 per hour
Proposed Start Date 06/01/2024
Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months not to exceed 11 months

Position Information


Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
This study aims to recruit 3,000 participants, randomly chosen from cases submitted from the Central Cancer Registry. The nurse-interviewer will be expected conduct the in-home visit in a timely manner, at a time convenient to both the participant and themselves (which may include evenings and weekends).After each visit, the nurse-interviewer will deliver collected specimens directly to the UNC Biospecimen Processing Facility. The nurse-interviewer is also expected to travel to Chapel Hill once a week to pick-up and return participant folders and materials from the CBCS4 office.
* This position may also assist with cleaning, coding, and entering study data in respective data management systems.
* This position will participate in the collection and tracking of medical record and tumor block releases for subjects who have received treatment for cancers under the studies within the Population Group.
* This position will gather, clean, and enter medical record provider information into respective data management systems.
* This position is responsible for identifying and disseminating information to study participants regarding available local community resources as well as researching and advising on resources that may be beneficial for study participants.
* This position is responsible for tracking participants that are lost to contact and/or coordinating with study coordinators to complete this task.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and two years of experience in the area of specialization.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Requirements include access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel up to 160 miles to/from Chapel Hill, NC; BSN degree/NC nursing license; and diligent adherence to all best practices and regulations related to the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Must have a valid driver’s license. 
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the field assigned and one year of related training or experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institution.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
N/A
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/280593
Temporary Employment Policies
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Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to [email protected] 
 
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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