Wilmot Cancer Center - Clinical Trials Office - Clinical Research Nurse - Registered Nurse 2, Outpatient

University of Rochester • Rochester, NY

1d • $37 - $50

About The Position

This is an exciting opportunity for a team focused professional with a passion for influencing and advancing oncology patient outcomes. Join the Clinical Trials Office as part of the Wilmot Cancer Center (WCC) as a Clinical Research Nurse (CRN). The CRN works closely with and is guided by the Principal Investigator, to ensure the integrity and quality of our clinical trials are maintained and conducted in accordance with regulatory guidelines. This nursing role independently provides nursing care; identifies and communicates the impact of the research process on patient care; adjusts interventions based on findings; and reports issues/variances promptly to the research team. The CRN administers research interventions; collects patient data according to protocol specifications; evaluates the patient response to therapy; and integrates evidence-based practice into nursing practice to best protect the health and safety of research participants. Our CRN's are developing and changing the way we manage care for clinical trial oncology patients. The CRN role allows you to apply your nursing and oncology expertise without leaving the field of nursing. Excellent communication skills, detail oriented and the ability to work autonomously with multidisciplinary teams are required to be successful in this role.

Requirements

• Requires a Diploma, Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing Program and an active New York State RN license in good standing.
• Applicants will have a minimum of 6-12 months of RN experience.
• Excellent communication skills, detail oriented and the ability to work autonomously with multidisciplinary teams are required to be successful in this role.

Nice To Haves

• BSN with 1-2 years oncology experience and/or clinical research experience preferred.
• Oncology nursing certification preferred.
• Knowledge of computer databases, word processing and spreadsheets required.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of leadership, is accountable for provision of competent direct patient care based on established standards.
• Contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system at the unit level.
• Supports peers in the delivery of patient care services and assumes an expanded role which may include charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member responsibilities.
• The CRN works closely with and is guided by the Principal Investigator, to ensure the integrity and quality of our clinical trials are maintained and conducted in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• This nursing role independently provides nursing care; identifies and communicates the impact of the research process on patient care; adjusts interventions based on findings; and reports issues/variances promptly to the research team.
• The CRN administers research interventions; collects patient data according to protocol specifications; evaluates the patient response to therapy; and integrates evidence-based practice into nursing practice to best protect the health and safety of research participants.
• Assumes the charge nurse role, actively participates in unit/service activities, supports co-workers, and assesses unit needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees