Clinical Research Nurse (Part Time), Oncology

Highmark Health • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Manages research projects via study protocol, regulatory requirements and institutional policy; performs the nursing process for the study participants and performs clinical and administrative activities in support of evidence-based practice.

Requirements

• Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
• 2 years in a nursing role or relevant patient-facing clinical research experience
• Experience with Windows based computer programs
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• 2 years as a research nurse
• Oncology experience

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and manages all activities related to specific clinical trials. (50%)
• Collaborates with the PI and other staff in the identification of potentially eligible patients. (15%)
• Assesses patients’ knowledge and understanding of the clinical trial. (15%)
• Provides education to patient, family, and staff involved in clinical trials. (10%)
• Troubleshoots problems with support areas in fulfilling requirements of the research protocol. (5%)
• Ensures compliance with the IRB and all regulatory agencies. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level