Oncology Research Nurse/Coordinator

US Oncology Inc.; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical dental vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Virginia Oncology Associates in Norfolk, VA is seeking an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator or Research RN for a hybrid, full-time role. The position includes coordinating patient care within oncology/hematology trials, screening patients for trial eligibility, and collaborating with sponsors and physicians to ensure protocol compliance.

The role emphasizes data entry, regulatory documentation, and clear communication skills, with nursing candidates having preferred BSN and Virginia RN

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a clinical or scientific related discipline required.
• Experience in clinical research preferred.
• Experience with computer data entry and database management.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures such as protocols, informed consent, and regulatory documents.

Responsibilities

• Screen potential patients for protocol eligibility and present trial concepts to patients.
• Participate in informed consent and enroll patients on protocol.
• Coordinate patient care to ensure protocol compliance.
• Work with research bases and sponsors.
• Oversee preparation of physician orders to assure protocol compliance.
• Communicate with physicians about study requirements and adverse events.

Skills

Communication skills

Data entry

Research experience

Regulatory document interpretation

Education

Associate degree in clinical or scientific field

BSN preferred

Tools

Database management

Job description

Overview

Virginia Oncology Associates, the largest group of medical professionals in Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina devoted exclusively to cancer care and blood disorders, has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research Coordinator or a Clinical Research RN for our office in Norfolk.

Employment Type: Full Time

Hybrid

Benefits: M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)

Compensation Range: $47,964.80 - $128,939.20. Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Screening potential patients for protocol eligibility and presenting trial concepts and details to patients
• Participating in the informed consent process and enrolling patients on protocol
• 75% of the job will be computer based and direct patient care is limited in a Clinical Research Coordinator role
• Coordinating patient care in compliance with protocol requirements
• Working directly with other research bases and/or sponsors
• Overseeing the preparation of orders by physicians to assure that protocol compliance is maintained
• Communicating with physicians regarding study requirements, need for dose modification and adverse event reporting

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a clinical or scientific related discipline required
• Experience in clinical research preferred
• Experience with computer data entry and database management
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures such as protocols, informed consent, and regulatory documents

Additional Qualifications for Nurse Candidates:

• Graduate from an accredited program for nursing education (BSN preferred) preferred
• Minimum ofone (1) year nursing experience preferably in oncology
• Current licensure as an RN in Virginia preferred
• Current BCLS or ACLS certification required
• OCN, SoCRA, or ACRP certification preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.