Clinic Nurse

The START Center for Cancer Research; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

Flexible FSA/HSA

Inclusive culture

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in Pittsburgh is seeking a Clinic Nurse to assist clinic providers with examination, evaluation and triage of research participants in oncology protocols. The Clinic Nurse will apply professional judgment in planning and delivering care, coordinating patient needs with trial staff, and supporting EHR documentation and quality standards.

Work hours are 8:00 am-5:00 pm EST, Monday-Friday.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in practicing state.
• 2–4 years oncology nursing experience.
• Proficient with Office apps (Teams, Excel, Outlook, Word).

Responsibilities

• Perform telephone triage assessments of patients on trial.
• Provide patient education regarding participation in a clinical trial and treatment administration.
• Enter patient history into the EMR based on records received and patient history.
• Coordinate patient care with internal and external staff.
• Assist with prescription refills.
• Assist with entry and completion of quality standards for EHR/PQRS.

Skills

Telephone triage

Patient education

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Teams, Excel, Outlook, Word)

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largestearly phasesite network, fully dedicated tooncologyclinical research.Throughout ourhistory, START has provided hope to cancer patients inglobalcommunity practices by offering"Hope Through Access”tocutting edgetrials throughout the UnitedStatesand Europe.

We are hiring a Clinic Nurse. The Clinic Nurse is responsible for assisting the clinic providers with examination, evaluation and triage of individuals who are participants in research protocols that are conducted at START. The Clinic Nurse uses appropriate professional judgment and decision-making in planning and providing care.

Work Schedule: 8:00 am-5:00 pm EST, Monday-Friday

Location: 314 E. North Street, Suite 02, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15212

Essential Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Perform telephone triage assessments of patients on trial.
• Provide patient education regarding participation in a clinical trial, chemotherapy/immunotherapy/investigational agent administration and potential side effects.
• Enter patient history into the Electronic Medical Record based on records received and the patient provided history.
• Coordinate patient care with internal and external staff.

Planning and problem-solving tasks

• Assist with prescription refills.
• Assist with entry and completion of quality standards for EHR/PQRS.

Required Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in practicing state.
• 2 - 4 years of oncology nursing experience.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office, including Teams, Excel, Outlook and Word.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification.
• Clinical Trials experience.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus, based on role and company results
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageand optional insuranceoptions
• Company paid life and disability insurance for added financial protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential, no cost support for you and your family from day one
• Flexible FSA and HSA plans to support your financial wellness
• Commitment to a supportive environment that values balance, wellbeing, and flexibility
• We’recommitted to fostering a collaborative, creative workplace where every team member is encouraged to contribute. At START,you’lljoin a team that values continuous learning, professional growth, shared ideas, and a culture built on inclusivity and innovation.

More about The START Center for Cancer Research

START clinical trial sites have conducted more than 1,000 early-phase clinical trials, including dozens of therapies that were approved by the FDA or EMA. STARTrepresentsthe world’s largest roster of early-phase principal investigators across its Network of clinical trial sites. Committed to accelerating passage from trials to treatments, START delivers hope to patients, families, and physicians around the world via our mission of “Hope Through Access”.

Learn more at STARTresearch.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.