Infusion Nurse

START Research; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with-em

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off & holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

EAP for you and family

Flexible FSA/HSA

Collaborative, inclusive culture

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an Infusion Nurse to provide direct patient care for participants in oncology clinical trials. This role follows SOPs and standards of practice to ensure high-quality nursing care.

You will administer chemotherapy/immunotherapy/investigational agents, perform venipuncture and IV access, educate patients on trial participation and potential side effects, and collaborate with the study team to complete procedures, labs, and vital

Qualifications

• Must hold a Licensed Registered Nurse in the practicing state.
• 2–4 years of peripheral IV insertion and venous access device management.
• Experience in oncology clinical trials preferred.
• Strong patient education and protocol adherence.

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy/immunotherapy/investigational agents per protocol and regulations.
• Perform venipuncture, IV insertion, and manage venous access devices; monitor vital signs.
• Collect biological samples and educate patients about trial participation and potential side effects.
• Coordinate with the study team to complete procedures, labs, and ECGs.

Skills

Nursing

IV Insertion

Venous Access

Oncology Protocols

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 seeking an Infusion Nurse. The Infusion Nurse is 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. Nursing care is to be delivered in a manner consistent with the Standard Operating Procedures and standards of practice, and professional evidence-based standards.

Location: 5800 Foremost Dr SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546

Work Schedule: 4 X 10, Monday - Friday, 7:30am-5pm

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.
• 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.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in practicing state.
  
• 2 - 4 years of experience in peripheral IV insertion and management of venous access device(s).

Preferred 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 the time, talent, and dedication our employees bring to START. Our commitment to your well-being and growth is reflected in a competitive compensation package—based on experience—along with comprehensive benefits designed to support you both personally and professionally:

• 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 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 atSTARTresearch.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. Yourexpertiseand 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.