Clinical Research Nurse

Clinical Research RN OpportunityVirginia Oncology Associates, the largest group of medical professionals in Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina devoted exclusively to cancer care and blood disorders, has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research RN for our office in Hampton.Employment Type: Full TimeHybridBenefits: M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)Compensation Range: $47,964.80 - $128,939.20. Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.ResponsibilitiesScreening potential patients for protocol eligibility and presenting trial concepts and details to patientsParticipating in the informed consent process and enrolling patients on protocol75% of the job will be computer based and direct patient care is limited in a Clinical Research Coordinator roleCoordinating patient care in compliance with protocol requirementsWorking directly with other research bases and/or sponsorsOverseeing the preparation of orders by physicians to assure that protocol compliance is maintainedCommunicating with physicians regarding study requirements, need for dose modification and adverse event reportingQualificationsExperience in clinical research preferredExperience with computer data entry and database managementExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures such as protocols, informed consent, and regulatory documentsGraduate from an accredited program for nursing education (BSN preferred) preferredMinimum of one (1) year nursing experience preferably in oncologyCurrent licensure as an RN in Virginia preferredCurrent BCLS or ACLS certification requiredOCN, SoCRA, or ACRP certification preferredWork Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.