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Research Nurse
US-OR-Portland
Job ID: 2025-33611 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Research Portland, OR (Waterfront)
Overview
The Research Nurse is responsible for the clinical research activities for cancer clinical research studies conducted at the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. The Research Nurse works collaboratively with other staff and provides services, as assigned by the supervisor, in furtherance of the university's mission and goals. The primary objectives of this position are to recruit, screen, monitor and document the subjects' responses to treatment. The Research Nurse provides monitoring and clinical expertise to ensure protocol adherence and accurate data collection. In addition to direct research responsibilities, the individual is this position is responsible for mentoring OHSU or affiliate site staff members, and identifying opportunities for and implementing process improvement.
Clinical Responsibilities:
Oversees and assists in providing and assuring the highest standard of care for subjects involved in oncology clinical trials at the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. Initiates protocol screening and verifies eligibility for identified patients. Participates in the informed consent process through provision of detailed patient and family information of the appropriate protocol.Functions as a primary nurse for specific study population(s). Under the direction of a credentialed provider, the research nurse is responsible for evaluating current diagnosis information, ordering diagnostic tests and study medications to ensure protocol adherence, therapeutic interventions, sample acquisition, documentation of variances, ensuring appropriate billing process, and completion of accurate data collection.Provides telephone triage for lab/symptoms assessment, information, therapeutic intervention, and appropriate MD follow-up for protocol patients.Performs specific procedures appropriate to patient population including but not limited to venipunctures.Reinforces patient and family information regarding treatment options, specific drug administration, test/procedure aspects, and expected toxicity management.Coordinates the dispensing of study medications in accordance with specific protocol.Collaborates with nursing colleagues, and other members of the health care team, to insure smooth transitions and optimal patient care management.Reports adverse events in a timely fashion as required by specific clinical trial and by federal regulations.Facilitates development of study coordinators.Reviews protocol with principal investigator and other staff members to determine study feasibility.Provides appropriate documentation of study encounters, adverse events and concomitant medications in source document.Provides evidence-based nursing care consistent with the accepted professional standard related to their particular condition or therapy. Provides care and treatment that are consistent with the research protocol guiding their participation.Provides individualized treatment and monitoring to accommodate individual needs, to the extent allowed by the protocol, and that in all cases participant safety, comfort and well-being will be placed above research requirements. Provides prompt assessment and appropriate response to changes in condition or untoward responses to research procedures. Helps patients identify goals for treatment and study participation.Creates personal relationships with patients and ensure appropriate communication channels.Communicates and collaborates effectively with members of the clinical research team to assure coordinated, high quality care. Ensures that information about their patient's care and condition is discussed and communicated with confidentiality, and that care is being appropriately documented. Ensures that, while at the Knight Cancer Institute, the patient will have a sense of being cared for as an individual, and that they will receive prompt, courteous, and individualized services from nurses and patient care staff. Empowers and helps the patient to develop an understanding of their condition, research participation and treatment, and be able to manage self-care as appropriate after treatment is completed. Involves the patient with discussions and decisions about their plan of care and research participation. Administrative Responsibilities: Attends study initiation meetingsAttends monitor visits, as neededBeacon validationBilling schedule reviewAssists with FDA inspectionsAssists with query resolutionSAE grading and documentationOther assigned duties Process Improvement: Identifies opportunities for and implements process improvements, in collaboration with others within the Knight Cancer Institute. Training/Mentoring of OHSU Knight staff members and Affiliate Hospital staff members: Mentors clinical research staff members, as assignedParticipates in mentoring program of affiliate site Research Nurse shadowing at OHSU. Responsibilities
Education & experience: BSN AND 9 years clinical experience AND BLS required.MSN will substitute 4 years of the required experience. Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Ability to prioritize multiple tasks at one timeExcellent communication, analytical and organizational skills: both written and verbalAbility to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problemsDeep knowledge and experience with FDA, ICH GCP and other regulatory guidelines that govern clinicalStrong understanding of clinical research requirements with regard to staffing, systems and processes. Strong ability to set appropriate priorities and manage Ability to lead a group, serve as a mentor and/or facilitator, and create a positive work environment.Solution-oriented approach to issues.Proficiency with computers running Windows and PC applications e.g. MS Excel, Oracle, Access, Word and PowerPointExcellent customer service skills, both on the phone and in personEnergy and drive to coordinate multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationshipsActive RN license in the state of Oregon; Basic Life Support Certification Qualifications
3 years clinical research experience OR 3 years Oncology Nurse experience.Research certification (SoCRA, ACRP), Oncology Certified Nurse Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
