Research Nurse

MINNESOTA ONCOLOGY

Are you ready to take the next step in your professional journey? At Minnesota Oncology, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to make a difference.

Come join this dynamic team who is passionate about providing exceptional care to our patients.

Why Work for Us?

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes -

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
• 401k plan with company contribution
• Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
• Free Parking
• Career Growth and Development
• Supportive Team and Resources

• Screening of patients for protocol eligibility.
• Present trial concepts and details to patients, participate in the informed consent process, and enroll patients on protocol.
• Coordination of patient care in compliance with protocol requirements.
• Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation entry, and reporting.
  
• In collaboration with the physician, review patients for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug, and thoroughly document findings.
• Maintains regulatory documents in compliance with US Oncology Research and applicable regulations.
• Participate in monitoring and auditing activities, all required training and educational programs, and responsible for education and training of clinic staff regarding clinical research.
• Oversee physician orders to assure protocol compliance is maintained.
• Communicate with physician regarding dose modification, study requirements, and adverse event reporting.
• Float to other clinics as requested or assigned

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program
• Current MN Licensure is Required
• Current CPR Certification is Required
• Five years of experience required, Oncology Experience Preferred
• Current or Pending OCN Certification Preferred
• This individual must be able to interpret protocols, informed consent documents, and regulatory documents

Additional Attributes:

• Possesses up-to-date knowledge of the profession and industry
• Exhibits strong leadership, management and organizational skills
• Attention to details and accuracy
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to solve complex problems and implement solutions

Salary:

$85,000 - $110,000 annual salary

Working Conditions:

Traditional office 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.

Physical Requirements

Large percent of time performing computer based work is required.

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.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.