Research Nurse

McKesson Corporation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), part of McKesson, seeks a Clinic Research Nurse to monitor study subjects and ensure protocol compliance. You will use the protocol to screen and treat patients, and maintain precise documentation at each clinic visit.

The role requires an associate degree (bachelor’s preferred), RN license, and strong knowledge of medical terminology, FDA CFRs, and GCP. Oncology experience and CCRP/ACRP certification are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must-have: associate degree; bachelor’s preferred.
• RN license required to practice.
• Strong knowledge of medical and research terminology is essential.
• Familiarity with FDA CFRs and GCP is required.
• Understanding of clinical research processes is essential.
• Oncology experience, and research setting exposure are preferred.
• CCRP/ACRP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow study subjects to ensure protocol compliance and close monitoring while on study.
• Screen, treat, and follow patients using the protocol as the sole guide.
• Ensure patient documentation is complete at each clinic visit during screening.
• Confirm medications are approved by registrar before initiating treatment or changing regimens.
• Accurately calculate and document BSA, creatinine clearance, and other conversions per protocol.
• Schedule follow-up appointments, scans, and procedures per protocol requirements.
• Inform SCRI and clinic staff when a patient comes off study.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of FDA CFR & GCP

Clinical research processes

Oncology experience

Research in a clinical setting

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

RN License

Job description

It’s More Than a Career, It’s a Mission.

Our people are the foundation of our success. By joining our growing team at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, you will have the opportunity to become part of one of the largest community-based cancer programs to advance oncology treatments and improve outcomes for cancer patients across the globe. We look for mission-driven candidates who have a desire to advance the fight against cancer and make a difference in the lives of patients diagnosed with cancer every day.

Our Mission

People who live with cancer - those who work to prevent it, fight it, and survive it - are at the heart of every decision we make. Bringing the most innovative medical minds together with the most passionate caregivers in their communities, we are transforming care and personalizing treatment. Through clinical excellence and cutting-edge research, SCRI is redefining cancer care around the world.

As a Clinic Research Nurse your primary responsibility is to follow study subjects ensuring protocol compliance and close monitoring while the subjects are on study.

• You will ensure the protection of study patients by timely adherence to protocol requirements and compliance

• You will use the protocol as the only tool to screen, treat, and follow patients

• You will ensure that patient documentation is completed at each clinic visit while in screening

• You will ensure that all medications are approved by the registrar prior to initiating treatment or when changing medication regimens, such as crossover studies

• You will accurately calculate and documents the BSA, creatinine clearance, urine protein:creatinine ratio or any other conversions needed per protocol

• You will ensure that follow-up appointments, scans, or any related procedures are scheduled correctly according to protocol requirements

• You will inform and document appropriate SCRI and clinic personnel when patient comes off study

You should have for this position:

• An associate degree; preferably a bachelor's degree

• RN License

• Knowledge of medical and research terminology

• Knowledge of FDA Code of Federal Regulations and GCP

• Knowledge of the clinical research processes

• At least on year of oncology experience preferred

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

• Research Certification (ACRP or CCRP) Preferred

About Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research to expand clinical trial access across the country. It has conducted more than 850 first-in-human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA in the past decade. SCRI’s research network brings together more than 1,300 physicians who are enrolling patients into clinical trials at more than 200 locations in 20+ states across the U.S. Please click here to learn more about our research offerings. We care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse colleague population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves. For more information regarding benefits through our parent company, McKesson, please click here. As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.