Responsibilities

Seeking a team focused professional with a passion for oncology. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Clinical Trials Office as part of the Wilmot Cancer Center (WCC) within the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) as a Clinical Research Nurse (CRN). The CRN works closely with and is guided by the Principal Investigator, to ensure the integrity and quality of our clinical trials are maintained and conducted in accordance with the Food and Drug Administration, Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals, Office for Human Research Protections (OHPP) and URMC/WCC policies and procedures. This nursing role independently provides nursing care; identifies and communicates the impact of the research process on patient care; adjusts interventions based on findings; and reports issues/variances promptly to the research team. The CRN administers research interventions; collects patient data according to protocol specifications; evaluates the patient response to therapy; and integrates evidence-based practice into nursing practice so as to best protect the health and safety of research participants. Join a team that is growing and improving the clinical trial experience for oncology patients. Our CRN’s are developing and changing the way we manage care for clinical trial oncology patients. The CRN role allows you to apply your nursing and oncology expertise without leaving the field of nursing. In reviewing research and nursing literature the CRN maintains a working knowledge of their area(s) of expertise and assigned working disease group. Excellent communication skills, detail oriented and the ability to work autonomously with multidisciplinary teams are required to be successful in this role. BSN with 1-2 years oncology experience and/or clinical research experience preferred. Oncology nursing certification preferred. Knowledge of computer databases, word processing and spreadsheets required.

Qualifications

Requires a Diploma, Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing Program and an active New York State RN license in good standing. Applicants will have a minimum of 6-12 months of RN experience. This position assumes the charge nurse role, actively participates in unit/service activities, supports co-workers, and assesses unit needs.

How To Apply

Current University of Rochester employees need only submit a resume to NursingRecruitment@urmc.rochester.edu. All other interested applicants should apply online or submit a resume to Nursing Recruitment, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 619-19, Rochester, NY 14642, or fax resume to 585.756.5882.

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Pay Range

Pay Range: $ 33.00 - $ 42.90 Hourly

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Location: Wilmot Cancer Nursing Services
Full/Part Time:
Schedule: Full Time Day Shifts