Oncology Nurse Educator - Northwest

AstraZeneca • Portland, OR

13d • Remote

About The Position

As an Oncology Nurse Educator for the oncology portfolio (Lung and GI) in the Northwest region, you will play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients' lives through the provision of nurse education. AstraZeneca’s vision in Oncology is to help patients by redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm, with the aim of bringing a broad pipeline of next-generation medicines focused principally on seven tumor areas - breast, ovarian, lung, gynecology, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, and hematological cancers. As well as other tumor types, these are being targeted through five key platforms - immunotherapy, the genetic drivers of cancer and resistance, DNA damage repair, and antibody drug conjugates underpinned by personalized healthcare and biomarker technologies. With mentorship from the West Lung/GI Oncology Nurse Educator Director, the Oncology Nurse Educator will apply Nurse Education strategies and deliver education to community and academic institutions, hospitals, health care providers, and pharmacies by using their professional expertise and clinical training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 4+ years Oncology nursing experience
• Active RN license in territory
• 80% Travel
• Reside within 1 hour of major airport
• Adverse events & patient management expertise
• Effective educational presenter and discussion facilitator of Registered Nurses, Pharmacy Staff and Advanced Practitioners on all aspects of disease state and product information as it relates to patient care strategies and adverse event management.
• Strong commitment to ethical business conduct
• Demonstrates an attitude focused on prioritizing customers' educational needs in relation to patient and adverse event management strategies.
• Applies knowledge and understanding of customer educational needs and priorities.
• Engages customers by aligning approach based on customer interests and AZ strategy and goals.
• Develops collaborative relationships within AZ to work toward a common goal and solve complex patient journey challenges.
• Ability to work independently with discretion and judgment without regular direct supervision
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent computer skills i.e. Microsoft office, Excel, Power point

Nice To Haves

• Experience as Clinical Nurse Educator or clinical professional in pharmaceutical industry
• MSN
• Oncology Certified or obtain within one year of hire

Responsibilities

• Clinical Education
• Customer Knowledge & Insights
• Customer Focus and Engagement
• Account Planning and Execution
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Benefits

• qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
• paid vacation and holidays
• paid leaves
• health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior