Travel Nurse RN - Clinic
Boston, MA
Trusted Talent
Days

SUMMARY
The Clinical Research Nurse II (CRN II) collaborates with the Medical Director of the Cancer Clinical Trials Program and the Administrative Director in Hematology and Medical Oncology to conduct clinical and patient-facing tasks for patients on study. The CRN II works with providers to identify eligible patients for clinical trials, discusses trial requirements with potential research subjects, and ensures compliance with study requirements. The role involves seeing study patients in the clinic and includes assessing 4-6 patients per day, 4 days per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative:
- Assist with clinical trial protocol review and development.
- Collaborate on the quality assurance of clinical trials and development of protocol-specific materials.

Research:
- Support recruitment and registration for clinical trials.
- Coordinate scheduling for lab and radiographic assessments, admissions, and clinic visits.
- Work with research coordinators and staff in the completion of clinical research trials.

Clinical:
- Manage patient study enrollment and protocol treatments.
- Work with care coordination for patient referrals.
- Educate patients and families on protocol procedures; adjust interactions based on patient needs.
- Order and monitor specimen tests and related results.
- Provide protocol training to healthcare teams and maintain patient safety standards.
- Ensure practice aligns with nursing policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
- Promote a sensitive environment for diverse populations.

Professional Development:
- Identify and pursue professional growth opportunities.
- Participate in professional organizations and committees as needed.
- Meet annual evaluation and competency requirements.
- Collaborate in professional reporting and presentations.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Baccalaureate Degree required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Licensed as a registered nurse in Massachusetts.
- Current basic cardiac life support certification.

Experience:
- 3-5 years of research or clinical research experience.

Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft programs and web browsers, with basic data input and report generation skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems efficiently.
- Tact and diplomacy required for motivating and educating subjects and staff.
- Strict adherence to confidentiality protocols.
- Experience with grant writing, IRB submissions, and data management is preferred.
- Excellent English communication skills; additional language skills are a plus.
- Cultural sensitivity and effective patient communication skills.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Cancer Care Center supports patients through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery with a comprehensive team approach, ensuring the most up-to-date options and recommendations are provided in a timely manner.