Phase I Oncology Research Nurse (Part-Time)

Actalent; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent in Indianapolis, IN seeks an Oncology Registered Nurse for a part-time, contract-to-hire role. You will support Phase I oncology trials across multiple cancer centers, travel between locations, and provide dedicated nursing care during patient visits.

The ideal candidate holds an Indiana RN license with 2 years of oncology experience, is proficient with EPIC EMR, blood draws, vital signs, and pre-screening; chemotherapy certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Indiana.
• 2 years of oncology nursing experience required.
• Experience documenting vital signs and clinical assessments.
• Proficient with blood draws, specimen handling, and processing.
• Experience with patient pre-screening activities.
• Familiar with EPIC or similar EMR systems.
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork.
• Willingness to travel between multiple locations.
• Certified Chemotherapy Nurse (OCN®) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visits for oncology trials, supporting 5–7 patients daily across studies.
• Assess and document vital signs and patient status using EPIC.
• Collect and process biological specimens with proper labeling and delivery.
• Assist with pre-screening activities per study protocols.
• Provide oncology nursing care during visits (1–8 hours).
• Monitor safety, tolerance, and protocol compliance during visits.
• Collaborate with physicians, research staff, and nurses to coordinate care.
• Document accurately per study requirements and standards.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss patient care and workflow.
• Travel between cancer center locations as needed.

Skills

RN licensed

Oncology nursing

Vital signs & assessments

Blood draws & specimen handling

Pre-screening activities

EPIC EMR familiarity

Communication & teamwork

Travel between locations

OCN certification preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Actalent in Indianapolis, IN seeks an Oncology Registered Nurse for a part-time, contract-to-hire role. You will support Phase I oncology trials across multiple cancer centers, travel between locations, and provide dedicated nursing care during patient visits.

The ideal candidate holds an Indiana RN license with 2 years of oncology experience, is proficient with EPIC EMR, blood draws, vital signs, and pre-screening; chemotherapy certification is preferred.