Oncology Clinical Research Nurse

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Job Summary

Our client is seeking an Oncology Clinical Research Nurse who will be responsible for adhering to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to clinical trial execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with recruitment, evaluating eligibility, and registration of patients to clinical trials.
• Coordinates scheduling of patient's research procedures; laboratory and radiographic assessments, admissions, and clinic visits.
• Coordinates study enrollment, protocol treatment, and completion of study requirements for clinical trial subjects.
• Provides protocol education to patients and families; adapts interactions based on the age-specific needs of the patient.
• Collects and prepares required specimens for analysis and monitors test results, as appropriate.
• Ensures source documentation of protocol eligibility, reviews adverse events, and concomitant medications, while meeting FDA Good Clinical Practice standards.
• Assists principal investigator with protocol development.
• Assists the principal investigator as appropriate with the protocol review process.
• Collaborates with the Research Manager in developing protocol-specific materials.
• Serves as backup research coordinator for National Cancer Institute, pharmaceutical-sponsored, and National Cooperative Group protocols.
• Collaborates with staff within the organization and outside organizations in the completion of clinical research trials.
• Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the healthcare team.
• Will see 4-5 new patients a week.
• Studies will all be Oncology and consist of GI, Breast Cancer, OBGYN, Hematology, etc.

Qualifications

• Trained in FDA Good Clinical Practices for research if they have research experience.
• Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, RN-BC, etc).
• Clinical research certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years recent experience as an RN.
• Oncology and/or cardiology experience preferred.

Education

• Current RN licensure in the state of Florida.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.

Additional Requirements

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

* As a job position within our Clinical Sciences division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: high-risk working environments (laboratories, clinical settings), handling hazards chemicals or lab specimens, conducting direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, access to prescription medication or other drugs, and job duties that can cause serious injury or death as a result of error. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.