Research Nurse Supervisor - Gynecologic Oncology & Reproductive Medicine

Research Nurse Supervisor in Gynecologic Oncology & Reproductive Medicine

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research, and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees, and the public.

We are recruiting to fill the position of Research Nurse Supervisor in the Department of Gynecologic Oncology & Reproductive Medicine.

The Research Nurse Supervisor plays a critical role in advancing clinical research initiatives while directly impacting the lives of patients facing gynecologic cancers.

As a Research Nurse Supervisor, you will spearhead protocol initiation and management, actively shape SOPs, workflows, and documentation practices, and provide training and mentorship to team members.

The clinical trials involved encompass various drug therapeutics, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and cell therapy.

This position is integral to advancing cancer treatment, fostering professional growth, and delivering exceptional patient care.

The ideal candidate will be a Senior Research Nurse with current or previous leadership experience and direct involvement in managing drug therapeutic clinical trials.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Personnel Management

• Sets goals with direct reports that are distinct from their position description, that are measurable, and that add value to the employee as well as the department.
• Revises position descriptions and review with direct reports annually.
• Submits position descriptions for new hires. Reviews resumes and schedules panel interviews for new hires.
• Distributes and collects interview evaluations and structured interview questions.
• Organizes orientation activities for new hires.
• Schedules, coordinates, or conducts in-service training sessions for professional staff as needed.

Patient Management

• Provides independent and advanced assessment of patients for protocol eligibility for assigned studies.
• Responsible for assessing, coordinating, managing, and evaluating the care of patients on clinical trials.
• Schedules patient tests, keeps patients informed about test results and studies.
• Collaborates with physicians, mid-level practitioners, research nurses and data managers to document patient care.
• Follows patients on studies and maintains knowledge of adverse events.
• Tracks protocol related labs, responses, and research tests.
• Collaborates with primary investigators and attending physicians regarding toxicity assessment and grading, treatment guidelines, and response assessments.
• Responsible for the collection and recording of research data.
• Collaborates with data manager to develop protocol specific data bases.
• Participates in data analysis and quality assurance initiatives.

Protocol Management

Reviews proposed studies and provides feedback regarding patient / protocol management issues prior to study submission or activation.

Responsible for the effective operation of department protocols in collaboration with the principal investigator, cooperative group and / or study sponsor.

• Coordinates and reviews team responses to monitoring visits, annual reports, cohort summaries, and Data Safety Monitoring Board toxicity and efficacy data.
• Communicates policy and procedures to personnel in the clinical area in accordance with institutional and departmental policies and guidelines.

Develops, implements and maintains SOPs and other practices to enhance workflow and performance. Ensures excellent and consistent documentation practices by the clinical staff by reviewing and monitoring use of departmental standardized forms.

• Creates tools and checklists for protocol administration activities to ensure unified department application.
• Facilitate peer-to-peer mentorship and training as appropriate.

Professional Development

Plans and participates in team and multidisciplinary conferences, specialized training, and in-service education programs to increase personal competence.

Incorporates nursing advancements into nursing practice.

• Completes required institutional training within specified time frames.
• Knowledgeable of nursing, hospital, and departmental procedures and policies.
• Continually evaluates own practice toward improvement of service to patients and families.
• Attends educational offerings to enhance nursing practice and research competencies.
• Completes required continuing educational requirements for licensure and maintains current RN license in the state of Texas.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Experience

Four years of registered nursing experience to include one year of research nursing and one year of lead / mentor, project management or supervisory experience.

Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate program may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience.

Licensure / Certification

All of the following : Current State of Texas professional nursing license (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.