Research Nurse (RN) Hematology/Oncology Full Time Days

About the role

Responsible for the coordination and administration of clinical trials under the direction of the Principal Investigator, Research Center, and the Physicians. Reports to Nursing Director-Medical Services.

Come work where you can make a difference every day.

Responsibilities

• Review research protocols prior to submittal to IRB.
• Administratively manages clinical trials ensuring materials are available for physician review.
• Assures that all patient pre study material is available and reviewed by a physician.
• Ensures scientific integrity of data and protects the rights, safety, and well-being of patients enrolled in clinical trials.
• Discusses study protocols with patients and verifies the informed consent documentation.
• Ensures protocols and consents are updated and IRB informed of all changes.
• Complies with IRB requirements regarding studies such as reporting adverse events.
• Follows-up on abnormal lab values and ensures physician aware.
• Ensures continuing review of studies are submitted to IRB in a timely manner.
• Assists physicians to ensure compliance with treatment plan for studies.
• Communicates with research centers regarding all new patients (when applicable).
• Collects/complies/reports data to appropriate agency for patients on clinical trials.
• Corresponds to principal investigators regarding IRB decisions.
• Assists in coordination of patients placed into follow-up.
• Maintains knowledge of research methodology through educational programs.
• Integrates ethics in all areas of practice.
• Advocates for the protection, rights, and opportunities of patients and families.
• Maintains current knowledge and competency in professional practice through participation in continuing education activities.
• Participates in self evaluation of his/her own practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines through activities such as peer review and solicitation of feedback from physicians and colleagues.