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.

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