Market Range: 12
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Research Nurse Coordinator- Oncology oversees the daily operations of the oncology clinical trials, including study coordination, regulatory compliance, IRB activities, data management, and research oversight under the direction of the Principal Investigator. This position collaborates with research teams, sponsors, and participants to ensure studies are conducted in compliance with applicable regulations and protocol requirements while supporting overall clinical trial operations within the Clinical Trials Unit.
EDUCATION:
Registered Nurse (R.N.) (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of clinical oncology experience or related experience. Understanding of Federal Regulations for Human Subjects in research, Good Clinical Practice Guidelines, and Clinical Trials Management.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
Must hold a valid and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Tennessee. Maintain BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer certification. (CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other staff.
- Strong leadership skills, self-confidence, and ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to rapidly identify and gather required information to assess and care for patients.
- Ability to think quickly and provide information with confidence and clarity.
- Ability to successfully complete certifications in CITI Human Subjects Protection, CITI Good Clinical Practice, IATA Hazardous Materials Shipping, and HIPAA training.
- Skill in clinical trial operations, clinical research team coordination, research budgeting and regulatory management, clinical patient assessment/consenting/interaction, research data collection, and fundamental public presentation skills.
WORK SCHEDULE:
This position may occasionally be required to work evenings and weekends. May require occasional overnight travel.
