Clinical Research Nurse I

Position: Clinical Research Nurse I, Cancer Care      

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week

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 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.  In addition, 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.  Knowledge of current literature and a commitment to continued learning are required.  Specific duties and responsibilities may vary across the different programs/areas.

JOB DUTIES:

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 and coordinates with Clinical Research Coordinators
• Coordinates scheduling of patient’s laboratory and radiographic assessments, admissions and clinic visits.
• Monitors test results as appropriate.
• 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.
• Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team within assigned disease groups. Collaborates with Care Coordination for all patient care referrals.
• Collaborates with primary nurse (infusion, radiation, surgical) in assuring that patient care needs are met. Administers medication as necessary.
• 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.

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.

Other:

• Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.
• Maintains clinical practice that is evidence-based and consistent with nursing policies, procedures, licensure/registration requirements, and professional scope and standards. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
• Participates in QA/QI projects for the Cancer Center.
• Provides protocol in-service training and serves as a resource to the health care team.

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 degree required; baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Licensed as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Certification in Oncology Nursing preferred – e.g., OCN, CCRP

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 1 year of oncology nursing experience
• Research experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Strong computer skills preferred, including Microsoft Office Suite

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.
• Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans