Infusion Nurse

START Center for Cancer Research; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Life and disability insurance

Health savings and flexible spending

Paid time off and flexible schedule

Remote work options

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research is seeking an Infusion Nurse to provide direct patient care to participants in oncology research protocols at START sites. You will administer chemotherapy/immunotherapy/investigational agents and monitor patients according to protocol and regulations.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, IV access management, collecting specimens, entering data, and educating participants on trial participation and potential side effects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in practicing state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and AHA certified program.
• 2 - 4 years of experience in peripheral IV insertion and management of venous access device(s).
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification preferred.
• Clinical Trial and oncology experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy/immunotherapy/investigational agent to participants according to the protocol and applicable regulations.
• Perform study-related activities including venipuncture, blood collection, IV insertion, and venous access device management, ECG collection, and vital signs.
• Collect biological samples and record data according to protocol/SOPs.
• Provide patient education regarding participation in a clinical trial and potential side effects.
• Prepare for clinic day ensuring necessary supplies.
• Assist with entry and completion of quality standards for EHR/PQRS.
• Communicate with providers regarding changes in patient status.
• Work with study team to ensure procedures, drug administration, labs, vital signs and ECG are completed.

Skills

BLS certification

Venous access

Clinical trial experience

Communication skills

Education

RN license in practicing state

Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Excel

Word

EHR systems

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research ("START") is the world’s largest early phase site network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research. To date, over 45 therapies conducted at START locations have obtained FDA/EMA approval.

The START Center for Cancer Research is seeking an Infusion Nurse who will be responsible for providing direct patient care to individuals who are participants in research protocols that are conducted at START. The Infusion Nurse uses appropriate professional judgment and decision-making in planning and providing care.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

Essential Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Administer chemotherapy/immunotherapy/investigational agent to participants (inclusive of parenteral) according to the protocol and applicable regulations.


• Perform study-related activities including but not limited to venipuncture, obtaining blood specimens, IV insertion, and venous access device (central line) management, ECG collection, and vital signs.


• Collect biological samples according to the protocol and Standard Operating Procedures.


• Record data obtained according to the protocol and Standard Operating Procedures.


• Provide patient education regarding participation in a clinical trial, chemotherapy/immunotherapy/investigational agent administration and potential side effects.

Planning and problem solving tasks

• Prepare for clinic day ensuring necessary supplies.


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

Communicating tasks

• Communicate with providers regarding a change in patient status.

Protocol Management tasks

• Work with study team to ensure that study related procedures, drug administration, labs, vital signs and ECG are completed.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.


• Licensed Registered Nurse in practicing state.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and AHA certified program.


• 2 - 4 years of experience in peripheral IV insertion and management of venous access device(s).

Preferred Education and Experience

• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification.


• Clinical Trial and oncology experience.


• Experience working with Microsoft Office, including Teams, Excel and Word.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive compensation, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided


• Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching


• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection


• Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered


• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off, flexible schedule, and remote work choices provided


• Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

More about START

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. START represents the 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

Ready to be part of a team changing the future of cancer treatment?

Join us in our mission to conquer cancer, one clinical trial at a time. Your expertise and dedication can help us bring hope and healing to patients worldwide.

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.