Clinical Research Nurse - Late Phase Oncology

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This job prepares protocols and study budgets and coordinates efforts with the respective sponsor or industry and the facility’s committee.

Ensures the efficacy of clinical trials by managing the documentation, safety procedures, and clinical interaction of patients, study sponsors, and physicians.

Coordinates support staff. Ensures FDA guidelines for clinical research and institutional polices are followed and reports any suspected research irregularities to the Office of Research Administration.

Education

Required - Associate degree in nursing.

Work Experience

Required - 1 year of experience in area of assigned clinical specialty or 1 year performing clinical research.

Certifications

Required - Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.

Effective verbal and written communication skills ability to present information clearly and professionally.

Ability to exercise good judgment, handle difficult situations, manage stress and emergency situations, maintain a professional atmosphere, and provide quality service to patients / clients.

Ability to work independently, set priorities, remain flexible, make independent decisions, and maintain strict confidentiality of patient information as well as details of non-published research protocol.

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge of FDA regulatory requirements.

Proficiency with standard concepts, procedures and practices of specialty field.

Organizational and time management skills.

Working knowledge of data entry and basic statistics.

Ability to travel (in and out of state) for training meetings and work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24 / 7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Job Duties

Meets budgetary constraints for the study.

Seeks opportunities to improve work processes and customer service.

Provides leadership and manages human resources.

Works toward common goals by sharing knowledge and information with research team members.

Coordinates all aspects of clinical trials in accordance with the established protocols, FDA regulations, institutional policies, and ethical clinical practice.

Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct;

patient / employee safety, patient privacy, and / or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and / or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases.

The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and / or disposal of contaminated waste.

The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Employee Core Benefits Package Includes : Medical coverage Dental coverage Vision coverage Life insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Short-term and long-term disability Retirement plan Paid-time off (vacation / sick / personal days) / paid holidays Paid parental leave *Benefits are subject to change at any time