Research Nurse - GI Cancer

About the role

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Taussig Cancer Center and become part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Known for their continuous clinical trials and cancer research efforts, our team of experts ensures all patients receive top-quality care and access to the newest advances in treatment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordinating the implementation and conduct of research projects ensuring adherence to research protocol requirements.
• Complete and communicate regulatory documents, develop data, monitor plans, report Serious Adverse Events as the occur and complete FDA and sponsor forms.
• Serve as a liaison between investigators, research personnel, outside study personnel and central research administration offices to assist in protocol interpretation, enrollment and safety questions.
• Utilize the nursing process as a basis for patient care.
• Assess research subjects, complete nursing assessments, document findings in research subject records and notify the physician of abnormal findings.
• Establish a care plan in collaboration with the research subject, family and research team and coordinate ongoing care.
• Identify discharge needs and facilitate discharge planning as appropriate.
• Perform telephone triage, nursing procedures and treatments.
• Evaluate, initiate and maintain standards of care consistent with CCHS policies & procedures.
• Absorb and administer medications and treatments as ordered by a physician or LIP.
• Direct, coordinate and participate in the evaluation & supervision of nursing care provided to research subjects, establishing patient care priorities and delegating nursing activities according to the patient needs and staff qualifications and capabilities.
• Conduct and document the informed consent process.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of Professional Nursing
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Two years of clinical experience
• Cancer specific certification or demonstrated ongoing qualifying education within the time of the facilities accreditation cycle
• Certification in Human Subjects Research within 90 days of hire

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Oncology experience

Skills

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of oncology and cancer research protocols

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision care plans
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Life insurance options including employer-paid and supplemental coverage
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement savings plans including the Cleveland Clinic Investment Pension Plan and the 401(k)/403(b) Plan
• Paid time off (PTO) including vacation, holidays, sick time, and parental leave
• Caregiver discounts on auto, home, and pet insurance, as well as identity theft protection
• Adoption assistance and employee assistance programs

Pay

Minimum Annual Salary: $57,510.00 Maximum Annual Salary: $87,697.50