Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley · 15 hours ago
RN, Research - Oncology
875 Blake Wilbur Dr - AMC Lane - PALO ALTO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$83.98/hr - $111.27/hr
5+ years expStanford Health Care Tri-Valley is dedicated to innovation in healthcare, and they are seeking an Oncology Research Nursing Professional. This role involves collaborating with clinical research staff to coordinate care for patients enrolled in cancer clinical trials, ensuring adherence to research protocols and educating patients and families about clinical trial treatments.
Health CareHospitalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Collaborates with the investigator and serves as lead on study patient screening, eligibility determination and enrollment assessments on assigned clinical trials, including documentation of criteria specified in the clinical trial
Uses independent judgement to assess, identify, and prioritize clinical information to physician, NP, PA and other clinicians for patients who are being evaluated and/or enrolled in a clinical trial
Assesses and documents signs and symptoms of illness, reactions to treatment, changes in physical or psychological condition and general appearance in accordance with the research protocol assuring that the documentation is complete and accurate to avoid protocol deviations
Manage patient/family phone calls – collaborating with MD, NP and/or PA as needed to obtain orders for the management of the patient
Manages and communicates all aspects of care as defined by the research protocol with the physician and other health care professionals and research team members
Collaborates with CRC to assure that therapeutic clinical trial flag is placed on the patient during active treatment. Removes flag when patient is removed from clinical trial participation or when treatment is complete
Plans, coordinates, and completes randomization (if applicable), patient assessments (toxicity assessment, diagnostic tests, and questionnaires), treatments and follow up care according to the defined protocol treatment plan (ensuring protocol adherence). Demonstrates ability to multi-task, prioritize effectively and attention to detail to avoid protocol deviations
Manages the consent process to ensure it is performed in compliance with institutional, FDA, IRB, clinical trial sponsor and other applicable regulations
Oversees and participates in the education of the patient regarding the clinical trial – documenting the education regarding the clinical trial in the medical record
Alerts principal investigator of any concerns raised by the patient during the informed consent process
Assures that the signed consent for the protocol is scanned timely into the medical record and aligns with institutional and sponsor processes for the clinical trial
Oversees and assists the CRCs with internal or external study monitors visits, site visits and study close-outs; and collaborates on the review of documentation during protocol audits
Develops protocol specific Beacon order sets (or paper if needed) in collaboration with the investigational pharmacy, nursing and principal investigator for therapeutic clinical trials. Assures that the orders are reviewed, approved and posted in Clinical Trials on Line (CTOL)
Oversees and promotes compliance with protocol procedures and processes as outlined in the clinical trial
Collaborates with scheduling staff to assure that future appointments for the patients (follow up visits and diagnostic testing) are scheduled correctly and timely
Develops and provides education to nursing staff as applicable regarding the clinical trial to assure that the protocol treatment plan is followed and that the medications are administered safely and as outlined in the clinical trial
Follows all institutional and regulatory guidelines, policies and procedures when providing care. Ensures adherence to GCP, ICH, FDA and other regulatory agencies in the conduct of clinical research
Provides care within the California Nurse Practice Act
Delivers population specific care taking into consideration issues related to age, culture and other social issues
Ensures work environment is organized and functions efficiently. Participates in a collaborative, positive work environment as demonstrated through teamwork. Demonstrates a level of professional practice that supports the delivery of appropriate care and positive working relationship within the disease cluster team and through the medical center
Maintains current knowledge and awareness of organizational and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures. Designs and provides training and guidance to operational teams
Accountable for the assessment of feasibility, workflow design, set-up and implementation of research specific programs and projects
Assist Principal Investigators in protocol development; contribute to analysis and interpretation of clinical results as appropriate; and present at local, regional and national research meetings/conferences as appropriate
Reports on activities and outcomes proactively
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested, functioning independently and follows through on assigned projects
Manages multiple clinical research tasks and projects simultaneously across various platforms
Interacts with senior and executive level staff and acts as the subject matter expert for clinical research matters
Acts as a preceptor/mentor for new research staff members and/or students as applicable
Communicates vetted clinical research information at all levels of the organization and with internal/external vendors as noted below
Qualification
Required
California Registered Nurse (RN) license
BSN or higher-level nursing degree required
5 plus years nursing experience required OR 3+ years in an oncology research nurse role required
2 or more years of experience in oncology
Ability to communicate vetted information at all levels of the organization and with internal/external vendors
Ability to be highly- and multi- task focused while managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously across various platforms
Ability to understand information flow and solve problems under pressure
Ability to manage conflict resolution
Ability to adapt and troubleshoot in a unique and quickly changing, fast-paced environment
Ability to work with ambiguity
Expert with Outlook scheduling, web ex, telepresence and other technology
Experience working in a team environment
Experience interacting with senior and executive level staff
Experience managing work and relationships in a volatile environment
Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills
Independent, critical thinker
Demonstration of advanced written, verbal communication and facilitation skills
Read, understand, comprehend instructions with minimal directions
Understand and respond to multiple personalities and work/management styles
Resource management/utilization knowledge in projects
Financial and business acumen
Demonstrates advanced proficiency in the specific tools that are available and required as part of the organizations research management information system, analytics and metric management
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Preferred
Previous experience as an oncology research RN or clinical research in a related field
Masters in a research related degree
MSN highly preferred
Masters in research or healthcare related field preferred
Experience in clinical research, research, ICU, other intensive care setting, pediatrics, case management or nurse navigation preferred
OCN - Oncology Nursing Certification preferred
CCRP - Certified Clinical Research Professional preferred
ONS - Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification preferred
ACRP - Association of Clinical Research Professionals preferred
Company
Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
STANFORD HEALTH CARE TRI-VALLEY Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley (formerly ValleyCare) provides high-quality care rooted in science and compassion to support the health and well-being of its community in the East Bay and beyond.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Reena Jadhav
Board Member, Chair Comp & Workforce
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