Oncology Research Nurse

Site: The Brigham and Women''s Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary

Provide clinical care within the context of a clinical research study. Assist with subject recruitment, eligibility, informed consent, and protocol adherence.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Provides nursing care to patients participating in clinical research studies utilizing standard of care procedures.
• Implements nursing plan of care in connection with study protocol.
• Monitors research participants for changes in health status, including monitoring toxicities, assessing clinical response, and providing exemplary patient care while ensuring the protocol is conducted in a high-quality manner.
• Educates clinical staff and physicians regarding the study; updates clinical staff on study medications or changes in status and may administer study medications.
• Communicates research related information to patients, families, nursing and medical staff.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Nursing preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience

Oncology Nursing experience 2+ years required and Clinical research trials nursing experience (including Screening and Enrolling patients for trial, AE grading, trial activation and drug management) 2+ years required. IARCN Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of research methodologies and statistical analysis.
• Good communication and writing skills for publication and presentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, ethical standards, and IRB processes.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, critical decision makings, and professional judgement skills.
• Screening and enrolling patients for trials
• Patient education
• Triage phone support for patients in between treatment visits
• Symptom management
• Expert knowledge of protocols
• Meticulous documentation
• Adverse Event Grading
• Strong advocacy for patients while they are on trial.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

60 Fenwood Road

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

• /Hourly

Grade

MCL041

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EEO Statement:

2200 The Brigham and Women''s Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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