Nurse Program Manager Radiation Oncology Research

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$96,886 - $140,899•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Program Manager for Radiation Oncology Network Research provides leadership in the design, implementation and evaluation of radiation oncology research and services in radiation oncology network locations. The Nurse Program Manager will function as a key facilitator for the radiation oncologists in the growth and development of the clinical research program for all BWH/DFCI Network Radiation Oncology departments. Responsibilities include providing nursing input into the writing and review process of clinical protocols for active treatment and retrospective review, collaborating with study teams and training of network research staff. The Nurse Program Manager serves as a primary liaison to the Longwood Radiation Oncology Center (LROC) Radiation Oncology department in Boston, the DFCI Network Lead Academic Participating Sites (NLAPS) office and to the Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center/ Dana-Farber/Partners Cancer Care (DFPCC/DFHCC) Network Research Manager. The Nurse Program Manager reports to the Nurse Director of the network ensuring consistency among network sites. The Nurse Program Manager works closely with the LROC Clinical Research Supervisor, Clinical Research Nurses and Data Managers in the Boston & Network Radiation Oncology Departments.

Requirements

Current Massachusetts licensure as a registered nurse required.
MSN (or) MS with a major in Nursing (or) DNP (or) PhD with a major in Nursing (or) a BSN with a Master's degree in a related field, required.
Two to five years of experience in Oncology, clinical research, or Radiation Oncology required.
One year of leadership experience required.
Clinical nursing experience 5-7 years required
Leadership and management experience 3-5 years required

Nice To Haves

Radiation oncology experience highly preferred.
OCN certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees and manages Radiation Oncology Network Research program as directed by the Medical Director of Network Radiation Oncology
Works closely with MD’s, RN’s and clinical staff to identify and support research needs
Provides input on resource acquisition and feasibility of new clinical trials
Provides nursing and clinical expertise to investigators
Develops data bases, provides progress reports
Utilization of existing data bases (i.e. PROMPTs)
Collaborates with national research groups (i.e. RTOG, CALGB)
Collaborates with other research protocol sponsors
Educate investigators, nurses and clinical staff re protocols, procedures, requirements and regulations and ensures they are followed (CITI training etc.)
Monitors adherence to OHRS policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS)
Collaborates with Medical Director of Network Radiation Oncology to develop and implement appropriate quality control guidelines to ensure all study conduct activities confirm to institutional regulatory standards, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and national cooperative group standards
Provides clinical support for patients enrolling on protocols open in Radiation Oncology Network locations including patient identification, study requirements, protocol education and coordination with medical team members
Collaborate with study teams to identify and mitigate potential barriers to ensure study data is captured and analyzed in a timely and effective manner and enrollment targets are being met
Provides in-service education, and serves as a resource to the health care team
Collaborates with Medical Director and colleagues to determine need for additional research staff (Data Managers, RN)
Responsible for recruiting, hiring, orienting and supervising research staff for the network.
Develops systems to ensure optimal communication between all relevant research entities
Leads Network Research Committee and staff meetings
Serves as the liaison to the LROC Radiation Oncology department in Boston, works closely with LROC Clinical Research Supervisor and departmental research nurses and data managers
Serves as the liaison to the DFCI NLAPS office and to the DFPCC/DFHCC Network Research Manager
Serves as Network Radiation Oncology liaison to the DFHCC/DFPCC Network Research Office, Office for Human Studies Research and Institutional Review Board
Maintains a high degree of awareness of the current scientific state and advancements in relation to the DFCI/HCC Network Radiation Oncology Research program
Attends relevant symposia, scientific meetings, training sessions, workshops and journal review
Participates in teleconferences and meetings regarding operation issues, study metrics, enrollment and deliverables for all DFHCC Network Radiation Oncology Research sites
Develops project status reports and communicates with teams and funding partners as needed on behalf of the Network radiation oncologists
Responsible for overseeing and managing specific nursing programs or services.
This position involves coordinating nursing staff, implementing program initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care in alignment with organizational goals.
Lead the development and implementation of clinical programs or services, ensuring alignment with the hospital's mission and strategic objectives.
Provide leadership and supervision to nursing staff within the program.
Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Supervise and mentor nursing staff, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nursing assistants.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals from various disciplines, including physicians, social workers, and therapists, to provide comprehensive care within the program.
Develop and implement patient and family education programs within the clinical program.
Ensure that nursing practices within the clinical program comply with all relevant healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and hospital policies.