Infusion Research Nurse - PRN

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

It's More Than a Career, It's a Mission.

Our people are the foundation of our success. By joining our growing team at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of the company, you will have the opportunity to become part of one of the largest community-based cancer programs to advance oncology treatments and improve outcomes for cancer patients across the globe. We look for mission-driven candidates who have a desire to advance the fight against cancer and make a difference in the lives of patients diagnosed with cancer every day.

Our Mission

People who live with cancer - those who work to prevent it, fight it, and survive it - are at the heart of every decision we make. Bringing the most innovative medical minds together with the most passionate caregivers in their communities, we are transforming care and personalizing treatment. Through clinical excellence and cutting-edge research, SCRI is redefining cancer care around the world.

As the Infusion Research Nurse for the Drug Development Unit your primary responsibility is to treat and manage patients enrolled on clinical trial.

• You will closely follow study patient(s) throughout treatment course ensuring protocol compliance

• You will administer chemotherapy as ordered by physicians

• You will read and interpret EKGs

• Must communicate all protocol related issues/problems to the investigator

• You will assess patient for side effects of treatment and symptoms related to disease or disease progression

• You will assess lab data and communicates abnormal findings to the investigator and oncologist

• You will assess and document patient compliance with medications and return visits

• You will communicate with the pharmacy staff to provide timely and accurate study drug distribution

• You will maintain a current medication list and records in protocol specific requirements

• You will provide data team with completed follow-up forms, medical records, lab data and other source documents in a timely manner

• You will educate and orient ancillary staff in study specific procedures

• You will document and report adverse events

• You will perform telephone triage

• Assesses the patients EMR to ensure that all required data has been entered prior to patients scheduled appointment

• You will perform patient counseling and referral to appropriate support services

• You will monitor schedules daily for appropriate treatment distribution and additional patient visits

You should have for this position:

• An Associate Degree; preferably a Bachelor's Degree

• Current licensure in the state of 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 protocolpreferred

• One year of acute care nursing experience required

• At least on year of oncology experience preferred

• At least one year of experience in a research setting preferred

• Current BLS certification

• Current ACLS certification (can complete within 30 days of start date)

• ONS Chemotherapy Provider card

• Research Certification (ACRP or CCRP) Preferred

The hourly range for this position is: $40/hr - $52/hr. PRN position is a flexible schedule with no work on holidays, evenings or weekends.

About Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research to expand clinical trial access across the country. It has conducted more than 850 first-in-human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA in the past decade. SCRI's research network brings together more than 1,300 physicians who are enrolling patients into clinical trials at more than 200 locations in 20+ states across the U.S.

We care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That's why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse colleague population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves.

As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.