Clinical Research Nurse II (Multiple Positions)(Updated)

Act as primary Clinical Research Nurse for Oncology Clinical Trials:

Plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing care of oncology clinical trial participants on IRB approved clinical trial protocols. Perform procedures that require a nursing license, within the guidelines of institutional policy.Work with a clinical research team to create plans to confirm proper execution of clinical trial procedures.Participate in protocol development by reviewing potential protocols and evaluating their effect on standard nursing procedures.Prepare for and attend Site Evaluation Visits and Site Initiation Visits.

Participate in training:

Participate in training and staff meetings.Develop and provide educational material and training to patients, family members, and clinical staff to ensure patient safety and adherence to protocols.

Provide Direct Patient Care:

Coordinate and/or perform physical assessments, administer medications, and order and coordinate additional lab tests and other protocol required procedures. Perform peripheral blood sampling as well as blood sampling from ports and IV catheters following our medical partner's guidelines, and as required by clinical trial protocols. Work with the Specimen Management team to ensure samples are processed appropriately.Ensure patient safety by assessing and documenting adverse events and documenting concomitant medications.Provide patient education regarding study drug dosing, adverse events, and supportive care.Support PI/treating physicians with protocol adherence regarding study medication dosing calculations, toxicity management, supportive care, and communication with study sponsors about clinical issues.Utilize guidance materials for clinical partner nursing staff to properly and safely administer clinical trial treatments.

Maintain proper communication and collects appropriate data:

Adhere to ALCOA guidelines while maintaining diligent nursing documentation. Communicate regularly with patients to assess toxicities and provide guidance and document assessments appropriately.Communicate regularly with physicians and clinical partner staff to coordinate supportive care for patients as needed.Communicate with sponsors and other study personnel as necessary.Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrated strong interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills.Excellent organizational skills,Ability with navigate electronic databases,Attention to detail and demonstrated detailed documentation skills.