We are seeking a Registered Nurse to support the coordination and execution of oncology clinical trials at a research site no clinical research experience needed! This role involves working closely with investigators, research staff, and patients to ensure studies are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable regulations, study protocols, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
The nurse will support a variety of oncology studies, including gastrointestinal (GI), breast cancer, gynecologic oncology, and hematology trials. The position will involve working with approximately 4–5 new patients per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Support patient recruitment, prescreening, eligibility assessments, and enrollment for oncology clinical trials.
- Coordinate research-related appointments, procedures, laboratory testing, imaging, and other protocol-required assessments.
- Monitor patient participation throughout the study, ensuring visits, treatments, and required evaluations are completed according to protocol.
- Educate patients and their families on study procedures, treatment requirements, and participation expectations.
- Collect, process, and prepare laboratory specimens while reviewing and following up on relevant test results.
- Maintain accurate clinical and research documentation, including eligibility records, adverse events, and concomitant medications.
- Assist investigators with protocol development, review, and implementation.
- Work with research leadership to prepare and maintain study-specific documents, patient materials, and supporting resources.
- Provide research coordination support as needed for institutional, pharmaceutical-sponsored, and cooperative group studies.
- Collaborate with internal clinical teams, investigators, sponsors, and external research partners to support successful trial execution.
- Follow applicable regulatory requirements, site procedures, and established standards for patient safety and research compliance.
- Contribute to a collaborative, patient-focused environment while supporting the overall goals of the research team.
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Florida.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training if the candidate has prior clinical research experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least two years of recent registered nursing experience.
- Previous oncology nursing experience; experience in cardiology is also beneficial.
- Professional nursing certification, such as OCN or RN-BC.
- Prior clinical research experience or a clinical research-related certification.
- Familiarity with FDA regulations, GCP guidelines, and clinical trial documentation requirements.