Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) - Research Coordinator

Employment Type:
Full time Shift:
Day Shift

Description:

Position summary:

Performs all duties necessary to review, implement, coordinate, manage and monitor oncology research activities at Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital. Also provides occasional support and/or coverage at Trinity Health Muskegon and the Johnson Family Cancer Center. This includes screening and recruitment of eligible patients through collaboration with oncology providers and other engaged community oncology programs. Additionally, these responsibilities extend to clinical trial opportunities provided by external pharmaceutical and industry sponsors and specific to the oncology patient population.

Minimum qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• BSN and Oncology Nurse Certification preferred
• Current Michigan RN license
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an acute Oncology care setting
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and EPIC EMR platform as well as computer skills necessary to navigate clinical research data platforms

What the Oncology Research RN Coordinator will do:

• Assumes responsibilities for the review, implementation, coordination, and management of all oncology research activities performed at Trinity Health West Michigan sites.
• Coordinates and maintains all regulatory documents and investigative site files necessary to achieve compliance with the FDA, OHRP, Trinity Health Research Compliance, Trinity Health Regional Institutional Review Board or applicable central IRB, as well as sponsoring entities.
• Serves as a liaison between oncologists, radiation oncologists, pharmacists, nurse navigators, mid-level providers and all others involved in the provision of research related care to ensure timely dissemination of information and maintain positive working relationships.
• Develops and facilitates research process and procedure to support cooperation with external oncology research collaborators such as Michigan Cancer Research Consortium, and other future partners.
• Contributes to the implementation of an oncology research scientific review committee.
• Compiles all study related documents for IRB submission, and as applicable, completes the IRB application, attends the IRB meeting, and facilitates resolution of any IRB findings.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.