Nurse Navigator

The START Center for Cancer Research; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings with employer match

Annual performance bonus

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible FSA and HSA plans

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in San Antonio is seeking a Nurse Navigator to facilitate patient care for Phase 1 clinical trials. This role is integral in coordinating care, educating referring physicians, and enhancing patient outcomes. A crucial aspect of the position is to connect patients with community resources and manage trial participation barriers.

Applicants must have an Associate's degree, an active Registered Nurse license, and at least one year of oncology experience. This opportunity offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of oncology experience required.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Understanding of clinical trials and patient referral processes.

Responsibilities

• Educate physicians and staff about the START Phase 1 program.
• Perform referral intake and coordinate patient care.
• Identify technology opportunities for patient matching.
• Support patients in scheduling Phase 1 appointments.

Skills

Oncology experience

Patient care coordination

Effective communication

Referral management

Education

Associate's degree

Current RN license

Job description

Overview

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 areseekingaNurse Navigator. The Nurse Navigator is a critical member of the Phase 1 clinical trial program team, serving as the primary liaison between patients, referring physicians, and START staff. This role ensures timely, coordinated, and personalized care while addressing barriers to trial participation, promoting program awareness, and enhancing patient outcomes.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (hours require flexibility)

Location: START San Antonnio

Essential Responsibilities

• Educate referring physicians and their staff about the START Phase 1 program and clinical trials.
• Perform referral intake for new patients, ensuring coordinated, high-quality care and service.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology for improved patient matching and care coordination.
• Support patients by scheduling Phase 1 appointments, addressing barriers to care, and linking them with community resources.
• Present new and ongoing trials referring physicians and staff using virtual and in-person platforms.
• Coordinate case conferences and attend tumor boards to support multidisciplinary cancer care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for Phase 1 patient tracking and study monitoring.
• Attend administrative meetings, protocol reviews, and site visits as required.
• Demonstrate effective communication and maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Practice integrity and accountability, incorporating feedback into clinical presentations.
• Support growth goals of the clinical research program with respect to new patient referrals and accruals.

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state.
• Minimum of 1 year of oncology experience.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification.
• Clinical trials experience.

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Travel may be required to referral offices or for presentations.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.

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 p‑aid 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. 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”.As an example, in San Antonio, where START was founded, START treated the first patient ever with Keytruda –one ofthe most effective cancerdrugsin medical history.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.