Nurse Navigator - Oncology Genetics and Research

Nurse Navigator - Oncology Genetics and Research

The Philadelphia Research and Education Foundation (PREF) is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit that supports the Philadelphia VA (Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center). Our mission is to lead the nation in advancing veteran’s health and well-being through research and education.

The CMCVAMC Jonathan and Plum Simons Precision Oncology Center of Excellence is expanding its clinical research efforts in therapeutic trials and cancer genetics to improve access to precision oncology clinical care and research across the local region (VISN4). PREF is hiring an experienced oncology nurse to support this project by managing genetic counseling and testing initiatives. The Genetics and Genomics Nurse Navigator will support patients requiring genetic testing, standardize germline and somatic testing procedures between Philadelphia and other VA sites in Pennsylvania and Delaware, and support the ongoing development of our clinical research program.

Principal Duties Include:

1. Patient Identification and Support:

· Identify patients across VISN4 who require genetic testing.

· Provide patient support for clinical genetic and genomics testing, guiding patients through point-of-care testing and facilitating post-test counseling as needed.

· Obtain necessary records and specimens from non-VA facilities to facilitate comprehensive somatic testing.

· Assist family members with genetic counseling resources when appropriate.

2. Standardization and Coordination:

· Standardize germline and somatic testing procedures across multiple sites.

· Collaborate with non-VA facilities to locate and obtain necessary medical records and specimens.

3. Clinical Research Support:

· Support the conduct of both interventional and non-interventional clinical cancer research conducted at CMCVAMC.

· Collaborate with sponsor entities and the CMCVAMC regulatory team on study activation and management.

· Assist with study start-up activities, screening/enrollment, scheduling of study-related visits, data collection, safety reporting, and study close-out activities.

4. Education and Training:

· Participate in formalized genetics training if needed, including coursework and case studies.

· Train new research staff on cancer genetics testing and research protocols.

5. Collaboration and Communication:

· Collaborate closely with local Hematology/Oncology clinical team and research team, and with providers and research teams at other VA locations across VISN4.

· Facilitate clinical meetings and respond to data discrepancies or monitoring/audit findings.

Qualifications:

· Graduated from a program accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) with completed requirements for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN).

· Registered Nurse with license to practice

· 2-3 years of oncology nursing experience required.

· Oncology Nursing Certification preferred.

· Demonstrated interest in clinical cancer genetics and a commitment to developing related skills.

· Clinical research experience preferred. Experience in a multi-modality clinical trials group or research team is a plus.

· Proven ability to learn and apply new concepts, work collaboratively, organize and prioritize tasks, and problem-solve effectively. Must be detail-oriented.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of a cancer clinical research program while developing new skills in a dynamic Hematology/Oncology research environment.

Additional note: The Clinical Research Nurse will be a PREF employee that is supervised by the Oncology team. The Clinical Research Nurse will not be a CMCVAMC government employee.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $106,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Philadelphia, PA 19104

Salary : $100,000 - $106,000