Clinical Research Nurse I, Cancer Care

Position: Clinical Research Nurse I, Cancer Care     

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, On-site

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal — to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

You’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you’ll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.  

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Clinical Research Nurse (CRN) in collaboration with the physician, is responsible for the implementation/evaluation of clinical research in their specific program/area.  The CRN has expert knowledge of cancer as a disease process, cancer treatment modalities (or comparable knowledge for a non-oncology area, e.g. infection control) and the process of conducting medical clinical research.  The CRN utilizes evidence-based nursing practice and has expertise in developing and coordinating a plan of care designed to meet the physical, psychological, and social needs of those cancer patients and their families undergoing therapy in a clinical research trial.  Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are required.  Knowledge of current literature and a commitment to continued learning are also required.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative:

• Assists principal investigator with protocol development.
• Assists principal investigator as appropriate with the clinical trial protocol review process.
• Collaborates with the quality assurance of clinical trials in developing protocol specific materials.

Research:

• Assists with recruitment and registration of patients to clinical trials.
• Coordinates scheduling of patient’s laboratory and radiographic assessments, admissions and clinic visits.
• Monitors test results as appropriate.
• Coordinates with clinical research coordinators.
• Collaborates with staff within respective disease groups and with outside organizations in the completion of clinical research trials.

Clinical:

• Coordinates study enrollment, protocol treatment, and completion of study requirements for patients participating in clinical trials.
• Collaborates with primary nurse (infusion, radiation, surgical) in assuring that patient care needs are met. Collaborates with Care Coordination for all patient care referrals.
• Provides protocol education to patients and families; adapts interactions based on age-specific, cultural and other needs of the patient.
• Completes orders required specimens for analysis and monitors test results, as appropriate. Documents in charts as appropriate and communicates observations and findings to protocol investigator and attending physicians.
• Provides protocol in-service training and serves as a resource to the health care team. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
• Maintains clinical practice that is evidence-based and consistent with nursing policies, procedures, licensure/registration requirements, and professional scope and standards.
• Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice. Participates in QA/QI projects for the Cancer Center.
• Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age. Administers medications as necessary. Maintains BLS Certification

Professional Development:

• Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these. Identifies areas for professional growth.
• Pursues active membership of local and national professional organizations.
• Participates in committees as necessary.
• Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles, and presentations for colleagues and the public.

The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job.  The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Baccalaureate degre