Early Phase Licensed Practical Research Nurse

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

A research clinical position providing patients with direct safe, quality care throughout their treatment and disease process under the direction of the MD or NP/PA (provider) and or the oversight of a direct supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Measures patient height, weight, and vital signs.
• Reviews and verifies research con-medication log for accuracy and enters updates in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) at each encounter.
• Reviews health histories and other assigned historical information with the patient since the last visit and updates in the EMR at each encounter.
• Completes all required research questionnaires and enters data in the EMR if required.
• Assists with research telephone triage by screening Monday Board messages and returns phone calls at the direction of the provider under supervision adhering to approved protocols/ decision making trees/ algorithms.
• Assists with provider performed procedures/exams/acts as a chaperone (i.e., bone marrow biopsies, skin biopsies, etc.)
• Manages IV therapy access devices per TO policy, procedure, standards, including accessing and deaccessing implanted ports, after competency validation, under the supervision of a RN.
• Assists in the treatment room with research patient port access, intravenous access, vital signs, ECGs, research lab kits and comfort rounds, assigning/cleaning chairs, etc.
• Conduct and coordinate pharmacokinetic studies, including the collection of biological samples such as blood, urine, and saliva for pharmacokinetic analysis.
• Label, receive and process samples (blood, urine, tissue ect.) for clinical trials per specific protocol guidelines to include logging samples into and out of the department.
• Accesses and flushes research patient implanted ports, after competency validation, under supervision
• Collects research laboratory specimens (blood, urine, sputum. nasal/oral swabs after competency validation
• Maintains required certification in Good Clinical Practice, Human Subjects Protections, and biological shipping training.
• Monitor and ensure patient compliance with investigation medications, providing education and support as needed.
• Verifies accuracy of or works collaboratively with front office staff to schedule research appointments and or arrange referrals at the direction of a provider under supervision.
• Stocks exam rooms, treatment room and other clinical areas to meet daily needs.
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for clinic.
• Informs direct supervisor of clinic needs and concerns related to the work environment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team, including researchers, clinicians, and pathologists to ensure efficient operations and high-quality research output.
• Participates on committees as requested.
• Attends all mandatory in-services and meetings.
• Completes all required/assigned training, continuing education, and competency validations on time.
• Adheres consistently with TO and GHCR policies, procedures, standards.
• Consistently role models TO code of conduct, mission, and values
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
• Familiarity with research, oncology regulations, policies, and functions
• Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and materials needed for medical treatment.
• Understanding of basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening.
• Knowledge of infectious disease management and control and safety standards.
• Skills in reading and following written and verbal medical orders.
• Skill in handling several tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and patients’ population.
• Always communicates positively and constructively.
• Demonstrates a respectful and professional manner while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to empathize with patients and families and deal with grief and difficult patient interactions.
• Ability to collaborate with health care team to provide care for each patient.
• Ability to cope with death and dying.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Current state LPN License.
• Oncology experience in an outpatient facility preferred.
• Research experience preferred.
• Minimum of one year LPN experience required. May be waived with the approval of the EDONS
• ONS Oncology Basics (introduction) chemotherapy course required within 6 months of hire then every two years.
• Current TO approved BLS provider card.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Activity Required

Amount of time

None

Less than 1/3
(Occasionally)

1/3 to 2/3
(Frequently)

More than 2/3
(Regularly)

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Fingering or manual dexterity

X

Repetitive finger motion

X

Lifting or exerting force

    Up to 50 pounds

X

Reaching or stretching

X

Climbing or balancing

X

Crouching or stooping

X

Speaking

X

Hearing

X

Seeing (with correction)

X