Oncology Research Nurse Coordinator Position Available In Greenville, South Carolina

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. Primary Function/General Purpose of Position Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator is responsible for coordination of clinical trial patients and data analysis for therapeutic and supportive care studies.

Employment Qualifications Education:

Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.

Experience:

2 years’ experience in an established oncology program or research program preferred but not required.

Licensure, Registration, or Certification:

Current Licensure with the South Carolina Board of Nurse Examiners. Essential Job Functions Screens potential patients for protocol eligibility. Presents trial concepts and details to the patients, oversees the informed consent process, and enrolls patients on protocol. Coordinates patient care in compliance with protocol requirements. May disburse investigational drug and provide patient teaching regarding administration. Maintains investigational drug accountability as needed. In collaboration with the physician, reviews patients for changes in conditions, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug and thoroughly documents findings. Possesses clinical assessment skills relative to the research patient/family. Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation, entry and reporting, Schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing activities. Participates in required training and education programs. Responsible for education of clinic staff regarding clinical research. Will oversee the preparation of orders by physicians to assure that protocol compliance is maintained. Communicates with physician regarding study requirements, need for dose modification and adverse event reporting. Orders all procedures and medications as delegated by the physician in conjunction with protocol requirements. Assist quality management, and data collection as needed. Collaborates with and assists research staff, physicians, and other health team personnel in the delivery of coordinated patient delivery. Communicates relevant information to other members of the health care team. Advances personal professional growth through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services, and workshops. Participates in orientation of new staff members, externs.

Other Functions:

Ensures site research quality by practicing in compliance with Bon Secours St Francis Hospital Standard Operating Procedures, principles of Good Clinical Practice and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Supports and adheres to the Bon Secours St Francis Hospital Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Adheres to St. Francis Health System rules, regulations, and policies. Performs other duties as assigned. Assists and supports other departments when needed. Familiar with all nursing policies and procedures of practice for the St. Francis Health System and the Oncology Program. Displays excellent verbal and written communication skills. Possesses knowledge of clinic and nursing structure standards/policies. Demonstrates self-directed learning through completion of orientation requirements and continuing education programs. Many of our opportunities reward• your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more •Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com