Research Infusion Nurse I - Oncology

About the role

Scheduled Hours 40
Position Summary: Provides specialized care and support for a variety of BMT and medical oncology clinical trials that involve investigational agents. Works closely with staff infusion nurses to care for patient populations enrolled on clinical trials.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Attends Site Initiation Visits for new trials and assists in the development and implementation of research treatment plans.
• Provides a thorough review of treatment parameters and patient treatment toxicity.
• Utilizes study protocols in conjunction with the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE) to assess for adjustments in treatment dosing.
• Navigates the research treatment plan and supports infusion nursing in reviewing required treatment parameters, pre-medications, chemotherapy dosing and research specific assessments.
• Collaborates with the treating team, investigational pharmacy, clinical pharmacists, infusion nursing, clinical research coordinators, protocol content administration team and other required departments to assist in constructing and executing an appropriate plan of care for each research patient.
• Performs post-checks of patient’s charts after treatment is complete.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of chemotherapy drugs and supportive care.
• Maintains required skills and competencies through participation in education programs, staff meetings, continuing education opportunities, in-services, or classes.
• Offers constructive solutions to clinical challenges and process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrates appropriate interpersonal relationships with supervisors, co-workers, physicians and employees of other departments.
• Displays a helpful, positive attitude at all times.
• Initiates and maintains professional relationships with patients and their families.
• Performs administrative duties as assigned (e.g., developing research specific source documents to be used by nursing, weekly patients lists to confirm medication is at the appropriate locations each week for each patient, special projects).

  Working Conditions

  Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment.
  Physical Effort: Typically sitting at a desk or table.
  Equipment: Office equipment.

  Education

  Required Qualifications: Associate Degree In Nursing Or Diploma In Registered Nursing
  Certifications/Professional Licenses: Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
  Work Experience: Oncology Nursing (1 Year)

  Skills

  Not Applicable

  Driver's License

  A driver's license is not required for this position.

  Preferred Qualifications

  No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

  Certifications/Professional Licenses

  No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

  Work Experience

  Outpatient Oncology (2 Years)

  Skills

  Chemotherapy Infusion, Clinical Trial Planning, Constructive Feedback, General Nursing, Group Problem Solving, Individualized Treatment Planning, Interpersonal Relationships, Nursing Practice, Oncology Nursing, Oncology Research, Patient Care, Patient Charting, Professional Etiquette, Protocol Implementation, Research Data Collection, Site Supervision

  Grade

  S26-H

  Salary Range

  $30.38 - $52.83 / Hourly

  Questions

  For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

  Accommodation

  If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

  Pre-Employment Screening

  All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

  Benefits Statement

  Personal
  Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
  Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
  Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
  Wellness
  Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
  Family
  We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
  WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

  EEO Statement

  Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.