Department:
Scotland Memorial Hospital -
Oncology:
Radiation Status:
Full time
Shift:
1st (United States of America)
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Hybrid schedule
Job Description:
Patient Identification and Enrollment
- Collaborate with oncology providers and DCN CRCs to identify potentially eligible patients for clinical trials.
- Assist with patient screening according to study eligibility criteria.
- Participate in the informed consent process in coordination with DCN research staff and investigators.
- Educate patients and families regarding clinical trial participation, procedures, and expectations. Clinical Trial Coordination
- Coordinate and facilitate protocol-required clinical activities, including research-related visits, procedures, and assessments.
- Ensure all protocol-required interventions are completed and appropriately documented.
- Coordinate study-related care with infusion center staff, pharmacy, laboratory services, and other departments as needed.
- Facilitate acquisition, processing, storage, and shipment of research specimens, including tissue and blood samples. Patient Monitoring and Follow-Up
- Conduct protocol-required patient assessments during study visits.
- Identify and promptly notify the DCN Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)Adverse Events (AE) and Serious Adverse Events (SAE) in accordance with protocol and regulatory requirements.
- Support ongoing patient follow-up and coordinate with DCN CRCs to ensure protocol compliance. Regulatory and Data Management Support
- Serve as the primary local contact for treatment and non-treatment clinical trial submissions, coordinating across DCN regulatory team, Medical Director, Institutional Leadership, Research Review Committee (RRC), and Signatory Official (SO) to ensure timely protocol review and approval
- Maintain and provide timely access to relevant medical records and protocol-required documentation.
- Ensure study data and source documentation are accurate, complete, and available for review by DCN research staff and regulatory entities.
- Provide DCN research staff with access to paper and electronic medical records as required by protocol deadlines and governing organizations.
- Assist with documentation and reporting of protocol deviations and violations. Investigational Product Support
- Ensure use of correct research-specific chemotherapy order templates, separate from standard-of-care orders, for investigational drug dispensing.
- Ensure proper handling, documentation, and coordination related to investigational agents in accordance with sponsor and institutional requirements.
- Coordinate with pharmacy for storage, administration, accountability, and disposal of investigational products as required. Communication and Collaboration
- Participate in regularly scheduled meetings and calls with the DCN research staff and CRCs to review clinical trial activity.
- Serve as a liaison between the clinic team and DCN research personnel to facilitate communication and operational efficiency.
- Support education of clinic staff regarding clinical trial workflows and protocol requirements when appropriate. Research Operations Support
- Demonstrate understanding of research vs. standard-of-care billing and collaborate with DCN and the billing team to ensure compliant study billing.
- Assist with the coordination and logistics for research specimen collection, including acquisition of supplies and shipping materials (e.g., dry ice).
- Ensure all protocol-required patient materials such as diaries, questionnaires, and assessments are collected and maintained appropriately.
- Complete required human subjects' protection training and study-specific training within designated timelines. Qualifications Education
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required, Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) or related field, preferred. Licensure
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state. Experience
- Minimum 3-5 years of oncology nursing experience required.
- Experience in oncology clinical research or clinical trials is strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of oncology clinical trials, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and human subject protection.
- Strong clinical assessment skills.
- Ability to coordinate complex care across multiple departments.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple studies and priorities simultaneously.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical research documentation systems.
Careers At Scotland Health Care System, we're proud to employ a team of dedicated professionals who embody the Scotland Way. Founded in 1946, Scotland Health Care System is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization serving Laurinburg, North Carolina. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to deliver safe, high-quality, compassionate, and sustainable health care to everyone in need. We offer a full spectrum of services-including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care-along with specialized programs in cancer treatment, cardiac care, surgical services, and women's health. Our culture is built on caring-for our patients and for our people. We believe that when we take exceptional care of our employees, they can provide exceptional care to our communities. That's why we offer: Competitive compensation Family-friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave and On-Site Childcare Flexible scheduling Exclusive savings programs Career growth and advancement opportunities If you're looking for more than just a job-if you want a meaningful career where you can make a difference-Scotland Health Care System is the place for you. Join our team today!