Research Nurse

Tennessee Oncology PLLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Oncology Greco Hainsworth Center for Research is seeking a Research Nurse to support oncology clinical trials. You will screen, enroll, document and monitor study subjects, ensuring protocol compliance and patient safety.

You will obtain informed consent, educate participants on study requirements, and maintain accurate source documentation. The role involves coordinating with physicians, CRA team, and sites, with occasional travel to other Tennessee Oncology clinics as needed.

Qualifications

• Screen, enroll, and monitor study subjects per protocol requirements.
• Obtain and document informed consent, including HIPAA authorization.
• Maintain accurate source documentation and study data.
• Adhere to FDA CFR and GCP guidelines in all trial activities.
• Collaborate with the clinical research team and investigators.

Responsibilities

• Enroll patients in trials and manage follow-up per protocol.
• Educate patients on study requirements and expectations.
• Obtain informed consent and HIPAA authorization.
• Monitor patient safety and protocol compliance.
• Maintain study documents and data entry.
• Coordinate with investigators and other sites; travel as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Medical terminology

FDA CFR/GCP

Clinical research processes

Education

Associate degree in nursing

RN License

2 years nursing experience

Oncology experience preferred

Research experience preferred

Research Certification preferred

Job description

Why Join Us?

We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description

As the Research Nurse for Tennessee Oncology Greco Hainsworth Center for Research, you will play a critical role in advancing oncology research by ensuring the successful execution of clinical trials. You will be responsible for screening, enrolling, documenting, and monitoring study subjects, ensuring strict protocol compliance and delivering exceptional patient care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Enroll patients in clinical trials through recruitment, screening, enrollment, treatment, and follow-up of eligible participants according to protocol requirements.


• Provide thorough education about study requirements and expectations.


• Complete and document the informed consent process accurately, ensuring all parties sign and date as required, including obtaining HIPAA Authorization.


• Obtains and maintains informed consent of each patient for the duration of a study.


• Review the study design and inclusion/exclusion criteria with the physician and the patient.


• Complete and submit on-study forms within required timelines.


• Maintain accurate and detailed source documentation, including study visits findings, and outcomes.


• Screen all new patients or patients returning to the office with scan results and document appropriately on patient tracking logs.


• Monitor subjects throughout the study, ensuring protocol compliance and patient safety.


• Ensure that all medications are approved before initiating treatment or changing medication regimens, such as crossover studies.


• Dispense oral investigational products to study participants and provide guidance to ensure compliance with medication regimens.


• Accurately calculate and document BSA, Creatinine Clearance, Urine Protein: Creatinine ratio, and any other calculations or conversions required per protocol.


• Ensure that follow-up appointments, scans, or related procedures are scheduled correctly per protocol requirements.


• Record and report adverse events according to study protocols and regulatory requirements.


• Document appropriately when patients are removed from the protocol.


• Ensure reconsent of patients at the next scheduled visit, following the availability of the updated ICF, and document the process appropriately.


• Provide patient education and medical information to study patients to ensure understanding of proper medication dosage, administration, and disease treatment.


• Maintains medication inventory and reconciliation.


• Collaborate with the clinical research team to ensure the timely completion of study-related tasks and reporting.


• Liaison between study participants, investigators, and the research team to address questions and concerns.


• Float to other research Tennessee Oncology clinics as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team.


• Knowledge of medical and research terminology


• Knowledge of the FDA Code of Federal Regulations and GCP


• Knowledge of the clinical research processes

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• An associate degree in nursing, preferably a bachelor's degree


• RN License


• 2 years of nursing experience required.


• At least one year of oncology experience preferred


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


• Research Certification (ACRP or CCRP) Preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Job Title:

Physical Activity Required

Amount of time

None

Less than 1/3

(Occasionally)

1/3 to 2/3

(Frequently)

More than 2/3

(Regularly)

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Fingering or manual dexterity

X

Repetitive finger motion

X

Lifting or exerting force

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

Up to 100 pounds

Over 100 pounds

Reaching or stretching

X

Climbing or balancing

X

Crouching or stooping

X

Speaking

X

Hearing

X

Seeing (with correction)

X