Sr. Research Nurse

McKesson; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Bonus opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a McKesson subsidiary, seeks a Senior Research Nurse to manage daily research operations and mentor nursing staff. You will support enrolling patients into clinical trials, ensure protocol compliance, and maintain accurate informed consent documentation.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate Degree in Nursing (Bachelor’s preferred), possess oncology and clinical research exposure, and may pursue ACRP/CCRP certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• RN license required.
• Knowledge of medical and research terminology.
• Knowledge of FDA CFR and GCP.
• Knowledge of the clinical research processes.
• At least one year of oncology experience preferred.
• At least one year of experience in a research setting preferred.
• Research Certification (ACRP or CCRP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day research nurse operations.
• Mentor, educate and train nurses.
• Monitor patient enrollment and protocol adherence.
• Communicate performance standards with physicians and managers.
• Recruit, screen and enroll patients onto clinical trials.
• Document informed consent accurately and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Clinical trial recruitment

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree 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 Research Nurse you are responsible for the day-to-day research nurse operations. You will mentor, educate and train nurses. You will problem‑solve and triage clinical issues. You will monitor patient enrollment. You will identify opportunities and develops action plans as necessary to increase patient accrual. You will meet regularly and as needed with physicians and Research Nurse Manager to assess performance. You will communicate to the research nurses the overall performance standards and day to day expectations. You will support enrolling patients onto clinical trials through recruitment, screening and enrollment of eligible subjects according to protocol requirements. You will ensure the protection of study patients by timely adherence to protocol requirements/compliance and use the protocol as the only tool to screen, treat and follow patients. You will review the study design and inclusion and exclusion criteria with physician and patient. You will document the informed consent process accurately and have all parties fully execute the document including the HIPAA Authorization. Completes screening and eligibility, inclusion/exclusion forms and standard enrollment forms. 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 to when changing medication regimens, such as crossover studies. You will ensure that follow‑up appointments, scans, or any related procedures are scheduled correctly according to protocol requirements.

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 one 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.

Total Rewards & Compensation

• 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.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.