2015 Chemotherapy Administration Course Offerings

February 3rd & 4th (*Practicum February 9th)

May 5th & 6th(*Practicum May 15th)

September 1st & 2nd(*Practicum September 9th)

8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Audience

Adult and pediatric registered nurses new to oncology practice or experienced RNs looking for a refresher course

Course Content

This program is based on the most current versions of a number of publications and guidelines available from the Oncology Nursing Society, including:

  • Access Device Guidelines: Recommendations for Nursing Practice and Education
  • Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs
  • Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice

Purpose

To provide nurses with the knowledge needed to administer chemotherapy and manage side effects

Presenters

Wendy Curran, MS, RN, OCN; Stacy Baumeister, BSN, RN, OCN;Nadege Ellis, MS, RN;

Sharon Frierdich, MS, RN, CPNP, CPON; Tamara Kempken-Mehring, MSN, RN; Sarah Lentz, RPh, BCOP;

Kitty Montgomery, PhD, RN, PCNS-BC, CPHON; Jennie Piccolo, PharmD, BCOP;

Stephanie Savoie, BSN, RN, OCN; Cassie Shumway, MS, RN, ONC, CHPN

Planning Committee

Wendy Curran, MS, RN, OCN; Sharon Frierdich, MS, RN, CPNP, CPON;Sarah Lentz, RPh, BCOP;

Kendra O’Connell, BSN, RN, OCN; Kitty Montgomery, PhD, RN, PCNS-BC, CPHON;

Cassie Shumway, MS, RN, OCN, CHPN

14.5contact hours will be awarded for the two-day program

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

*The Practicum is held in a classroom & consists of a written exam and hands-on, simulated material on safe handling/PPE and administration.

This day will begin at 0900 and end around 1500.

If you plan to send staff to the Practicum day, you MUST contact Cassie Shumway, Oncology Nursing Education Specialist to confirm.

or 608-262-8975

REGISTRATION FORM

Instructions:

1.Please print or type all information. Photocopy form for multiple registrations.

Class sizes are limited,so registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

2. Please make checks payable to UWHC Education and Development. Mail completed registration form with check to:

Oncology Nursing Courses

UWHC Education and Development for Nursing and Patient Care Services

600 Highland Avenue, H6/227

Madison, WI 53792-9305

3. There is NO charge for UW Hospital and Clinics employees to attend these classes. These employees need to register through the Learning and Development System.

4.Questions? Call 608-263-6490

5. Confirmations will be sent via e-mail. Please include an e-mail address with each registration form.

Name:

Title:

Medical Institution/Organization:

Address:

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E-mail Address:

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Chemotherapy Administration Course

☐February 3rd & 4th, 2015 ☐May 5th & 6th, 2015 ☐September 1st & 2nd, 2015

☐$300

☐$240 for VA Hospital Employee

☐$225for UWHC Affiliate

☐Johnson Creek ☐Beloit ☐Freeport ☐WI Rapids

☐$No Charge for Swedish American Hospital

☐$No Charge for UWHC or MF Employee (Register through Learning and Development System)

If you plan to send staff to the Practicum day, you MUST contact Cassie Shumway, Oncology Nursing Education Specialist to confirm.

or 608-262-8975

General Information

Course Location

All oncology nursing courses are held at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin

Parking

Participants are able to park in the UW Hospital and Clinic’s parking ramp. The cost for parking is included in a full tuitionpaid registration fee.

Educational Materials

Handouts, binders, folders, books and other supplies are covered by the registration fee.

Meals

Lunch is not provided.

Participant Comfort

Maintaining a temperature that is ideal for all participants can be difficult; we recommend bringing a sweater or jacket to wear during the program.

Confirmation, Registration and Cancellation Policy

A letter of confirmation will be sent upon receipt of payment and completed registration form for those registrations received at least 10 days prior to the selected program.

Cancellations initiated by the participant must be received by the UWHC Education and Development for Nursing and Patient Care Services within 10 business days of the scheduled program or the participant will be assessed a $25 cancellation fee, which will be subtracted from the total cost of the program.

Questions

Questions can be directed to Education and Development for Nursing and Patient Care Services, (608) 263-6490.

University of Wisconsin provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX requirements.
The University of Wisconsin fully complies with the legal requirements of the ADA and the rules and regulations thereof. If any participant in this educational activity is in need of accommodation, please notify Education and Development for Nursing and Patient Care Services (608) 263-6490.