Early Phase Research Nurse

Early Phase Research Nurse page is loaded## Early Phase Research Nurselocations: TNO - Centennial | Nashville, TNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R-0000017642Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation’s largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country. Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology’s mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home. Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission. Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient. We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege.**Job Description:**Tennessee Oncology is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Early Phase Research Nurse to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for screening, enrolling, and following study subjects, ensuring rigorous protocol compliance, and providing close monitoring throughout their participation in the clinical trial. Your role will be critical in maintaining the integrity of the studies and ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:*** Facilitate the informed consent process and enroll eligible participants into clinical trials.* You will complete and document the informed consent process accurately and has all parties sign/date as required, including HIPAA Authorization.* Conduct initial screening of potential study subjects to determine eligibility based on study criteria.* Conduct and coordinate pharmacokinetic studies, including the collection of biological samples such as blood, urine, and saliva for pharmacokinetic analysis.* You will review the study design and inclusion/exclusion criteria with physician and patient.* You will complete and document screening/eligibility accurately.* Monitor participants throughout the study to ensure adherence to the protocol.* You will accurately complete and submit on-study forms within required timelines.* You will document all specific tools required by the protocol (i.e., oral medication forms, pill count diaries, quality of life questionnaires, neuro exams, vital signs sheets, times of PK draws, etc.)* Track and document patient progress, including any adverse events, and ensure timely reporting as required by the study protocol.* You will complete eligibility screening for all new patient or patients returning to office with scan results and document appropriately on the patient tracking logs.* Dispense oral investigation products as required by the study protocol.* You will accurately calculate and document BSA, Creatinine Clearance, Urine Protein: Creatinine ratio, and any other calculations or conversions required per protocol.* You will ensure that follow-up appointments, scans, or related procedures are scheduled correctly according to protocol requirements.* You will document appropriately when patients are removed from protocol.* You will ensure reconsent of patients at the next scheduled visit, following availability of updated ICF, and documents process appropriately.* Monitor and ensure patient compliance with investigation medications, providing education and support as needed.* Work closely with the research team, including principal investigators and coordinators, to support study objectives.* Communicate effectively with study subjects, addressing any questions or concerns they may have.**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:*** Knowledge of medical and research terminology* Knowledge of FDA Code of Federal Regulations and GCP* Knowledge of the clinical research processes**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:*** An Associate Degree; preferably a bachelor’s degree* RN License* Minimum of 2 years of clinical oncology nursing experience required, with 1 year of experience clinical research, particularly in Phase 1 trials #J-18808-Ljbffr