Sr. Research Nurse

Sarah Cannon Research Institute; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is seeking a Senior Research Nurse to lead day-to-day research nursing operations within its extensive oncology trial network. The role emphasizes mentoring nurses, triaging clinical issues, and ensuring high-quality patient enrollment and protocol adherence across multiple sites.

Candidates should have an Associate Degree (Bachelor’s preferred), an active RN license, and knowledge of medical terminology, GCP, and FDA CFR.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Knowledge of medical and research terminology.
• Knowledge of FDA CFR and GCP.
• Oncology experience preferred.
• ACRP or CCRP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, educate and train nurses in research protocols.
• Problem-solve and triage clinical issues.
• Monitor patient enrollment in clinical trials.
• Identify opportunities to increase patient accrual.
• Meet with physicians and Research Nurse Manager to assess performance.
• Communicate performance standards to research nurses.
• Support enrollment of patients on protocol-driven trials.
• Ensure patient safety and protocol adherence at all times.

Skills

RN License

Medical terminology

GCP knowledge

Oncology experience

FDA CFR knowledge

CCR|ACRP certification

Education

Associate Degree; Bachelor's preferred

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 the Senior** ResearchNurse**youareresponsible forthe day-to-day research nurse operations.

• You will mentor,educateand train nurses.
• You will problem-solve and triage clinical issues.
• You will monitorpatient enrollment.
• You will identify opportunities and developsaction plans as necessary to increase patient accrual.
• You will meet regularly and as needed with physicians and Research NurseManagerto assess performance.
• You will communicate to the researchnursesthe overall performance standards and day to day expectations.
• You will support enrolling patientsontoclinical trials through recruitment,screeningand enrollment of eligible subjects according to protocol requirements.
• You will ensure the protection of study patients bytimelyadherence to protocol requirements/compliance and usethe protocol as the only tool to screen,treatand follow patients.
• You will review the study design and inclusion andexclusion criteria with physician and patient.
• You will documentthe informed consent process accurately and have all parties fully execute the document including the HIPAA Authorization.Completes screening and eligibility,inclusion/exclusionformsand standard enrollment forms.
• You will ensurethat 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 to when changing medication regimens, such as crossover studies.
• You will ensurethat follow-up appointments, scans, or any related procedures are scheduled correctly according to protocol requirements.

You should have for this position:

• AnAssociate Degree; preferably aBachelor’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 oneyear 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’re 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.