Job Title: Clinical Research Nurse

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Research Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the safe, effective conduct of clinical trials, ensuring patient-oriented care. This role involves preparing and implementing new clinical trials, screening and enrolling study participants, and providing protocol-related clinical management. The Clinical Research Nurse will also serve as a resource on available protocols and general research topics such as FDA, IRB, and GCP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Protocol Activation office to initiate and activate new clinical trial protocols.
• Prepare and review study tools such as binders, medication diaries, eligibility checklists, and flow sheets.
• Verify Scientific Review Board (SRB), Institutional Review Board (IRB), data collection plans, and finance/contract approvals prior to study activation.
• Review protocols, collect multidisciplinary feedback, and resolve obstacles in collaboration with the Principal Investigator.
• Provide nursing education to other disciplines to facilitate safe, effective care of enrolled patients.
• Translate finalized protocol treatment plans into sample orders.
• Collaborate with the clinical research team for timely prescreening of potential subjects.
• Review patient charts and medical history to confirm protocol eligibility.
• Ensure IRB-approved informed consent has been obtained and documented.
• Provide back-up support for registering consented research patients and input data into clinical trials databases.
• Serve as a resource for Clinical Trial Billing Information related to assigned studies.
• Serve as a link between patients and research team members.
• Ensure protocol-specific orders are entered and executed accurately.
• Coordinate protocol-specified procedures and treatments for study patients.
• Manage patient reimbursement while on clinical trials.
• Deliver high-quality oncology nursing care in coordination with clinical teams and investigators.
• Maintain OCN certification and provide nursing assessment of study patients.
• Ensure complete and accurate nursing documentation for protocol-specified visits.
• Drive collaboration with all medical system staff to ensure timely delivery of services to patients.
• Grade adverse events using NCI common toxicity criteria and document toxicities.
• Complete Serious/Unexpected Adverse Event forms and follow-up reports.
• Assist with Deviation reporting and ensure study-specific bio-specimens are collected and processed correctly.
• Assist with monitoring visits, audits, and sponsor queries.
• Complete Case Report Forms (CRFs) and resolve database queries.
• Maintain research records for screened and enrolled patients.
• Role model professional responsibility and performance.
• Grow professionally through continuing education and skill-building.
• Utilize computerized systems for core tasks and documentation.
• Attend training programs, workshops, and seminars as applicable.
• Provide training, orientation, and preceptorship to other faculty and staff.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations throughout research projects.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and practice standards set by regulatory bodies.
• Document and maintain mandatory employee requirements such as Blood Borne Pathogens and Tuberculosis training.

Essential Skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a license to practice in New Jersey.
• One (1) year of oncology experience required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of oncology research experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proficiency in computer applications (e.g., electronic health records, Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to maximize resources and be resourceful.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) certification as an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN) preferred.
• Association of Clinical Research Professional certification as a Clinical Research Analyst (CRA) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA) certification as a Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) preferred.

Work Environment

Our vision is to be a leader in scientific discovery, patient care, and education that improves outcomes for cancer patients and populations. We conduct innovative research and patient-centered care, translating laboratory-based discoveries into human studies. Our work environment includes disease-specific groups (breast, lung, phase 1, GI), and a collaborative team of research assistants, quality assurance staff, informatics, education, and finance professionals. With 100 FTEs and 5,000 subjects enrolled per year across multiple sites, we manage 300 active trials with a goal of 2,500 active subjects. We conduct trials across all phases for both adult and pediatric patients.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $57.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Brunswick,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $55 - $57