Infusion Research Nurse for Oncology Trials

McKesson; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 83,000 - 108,000; Part time

Job summary

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) in Colorado is seeking an Infusion Research Nurse for the Drug Development Unit to treat and manage patients enrolled on clinical trials. You will follow patients, administer chemotherapy, interpret EKGs, and communicate protocol issues to investigators.

The role requires nursing licensure in Colorado, oncology experience, and knowledge of GCP/FDA regulations. This PRN position offers a competitive hourly rate and a Total Rewards package.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree; Bachelor's preferred
• Current licensure in Colorado as a Registered Nurse
• Knowledge of medical and research terminology
• Knowledge of FDA Code of Federal Regulations and GCP
• Knowledge of the clinical research processes
• Knowledge of Phase I protocol preferred
• One year of acute care nursing experience required
• At least one year of oncology experience preferred
• At least one year of experience in a research setting preferred
• Current BLS certification
• Current ACLS certification (within 30 days of start)
• ONS Chemotherapy Provider card
• Research Certification (ACRP or CCRP) preferred

Responsibilities

• Treat and manage patients enrolled on clinical trial and ensure protocol compliance
• Administer chemotherapy as ordered by physicians
• Read and interpret EKGs
• Communicate protocol-related issues to the investigator
• Assess patient for treatment side effects and disease progression
• Assess lab data and report abnormal findings to the investigator and oncologist
• Document patient compliance with medications and return visits
• Coordinate with pharmacy for study drug distribution
• Educate and orient ancillary staff in study procedures
• Document and report adverse events
• Perform telephone triage
• Review EMR to ensure all required data entered prior to scheduled appointment
• Provide patient counseling and referrals to support services
• Monitor daily schedules for treatment distribution and patient visits

Skills

Clinical trial nursing

Patient assessment

Communication skills

EKG interpretation

Education

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor’s preferred

Colorado RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

ONS Chemotherapy Provider card

ACRP/CCRP Research Certification (preferred)

FDA CFR & GCP knowledge

Job description

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) in Colorado is seeking an Infusion Research Nurse for the Drug Development Unit to treat and manage patients enrolled on clinical trials. You will follow patients, administer chemotherapy, interpret EKGs, and communicate protocol issues to investigators.

The role requires nursing licensure in Colorado, oncology experience, and knowledge of GCP/FDA regulations. This PRN position offers a competitive hourly rate and a Total Rewards package.