LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinical Research Coordinator I - Cancer Research

Geisinger•Wilkes-Barre, PA

19d

About The Position

We’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. Through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we’ve built an innovative culture that allows nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their years of experience to build a rewarding, lasting career with impact. The Cancer Research LPN Coordinator is responsible for supporting clinical research as coordinator for multiple research studies and clinical trials within inpatient and outpatient care units. Serves in an expanded role to assess the appropriateness of patients for clinical research protocols. Under the direction of the physician, sees patients in the clinic and hospital to collect data required for the research protocols. This role is full-time, 40 hours weekly; 8 am to 4:30 pm. Travel may be required to outreach clinics as needed for patient care and upon request.

Requirements

Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Pennsylvania.
Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)
Skills: Communication, Multitasking, Organizing, Research Regulatory Environment, Teamwork

Nice To Haves

Prior Oncology and/or research experience is strongly preferred.
Minimum of 2 years-Research (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Participates in assessing feasibility of clinical research opportunities, including protocol and population assessments.
Assists in preparation of submissions for Institutional Review Board consideration and provides oversight for all reporting obligations.
Develops the research informed consent document in compliance with all applicable regulations.
Responsible for conduct of the clinical trial, including but not limited to recruitment, screening, enrollment, follow-up, and retention of eligible subjects according to protocol requirements.
Maintains responsibility for investigational drug and device accountability.
Monitors study finances to comply with study-specific budget.
Direct patient care in the context of the study protocol.
Administers and monitors investigational drugs and devices as directed by the investigator and clinician within the scope of professional license or certification.
Administers appropriate scales or other clinical measurements as needed within the scope of professional license or certification.
Reviews medical records of patients, interviews patients and collaborates with investigators and clinicians to assess the appropriateness of patients for clinical trial enrollment.
Collaborates with nursing staff and research personnel to incorporate all details of research protocol forms study related patient care within the scope of professional license or certification.
Provides education to subjects and family on specific research protocols, potential risks, benefits, and reporting of health events.
Serves as a liaison between the principal investigator and the study sponsor for adapting a multi-center protocol to the specific local environment.
Serves as site representative during sponsor initiated study audits.
Serves as a liaison between the principal investigator and outside regulatory agencies.
Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Benefits

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members, but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally.
Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.
We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger.
Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all.
We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.