CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR: Ambulatory Care Services (Rogel Cancer Center Research Nurse)

This position will serve as a Research Nurse for the Cancer Center - Clinic Research Group and will be part of the Oncology Clinical Trials Support Unit’s Malignant Hematology Clinical Research Team. The candidate will be responsible for study coordination and nursing responsibilities for patients on clinical trials in the Cancer Center. This position utilizes critical thinking skills to recognize and solve patient/participant problems, utilizes the nursing process and nursing standards to prevent or manage actual/potential patient/research participant problems in the Oncology setting, and ensures screening scheduling and coordination of care of research participants is accomplished as written in the research study protocol. The Research Nurse is required to have a working knowledge of clinical trial protocol requirements and good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations.

The ideal candidate for this role is a highly motivated oncology nurse who wants to be at the forefront of cutting-edge cancer research and plays a pivotal role in advancing innovative therapies while delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.

The Clinical Research Group Research Nurse will be a key driver of clinical trial excellence: blending advanced nursing practice, scientific rigor, and compassionate care to improve outcomes for patients with hematologic malignancies. This role requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask and work well under time constraints. The candidate will demonstrate a working knowledge of clinical trial design and conduct and excellent computer skills with proficiency in all Microsoft software applications and an electronic medical record. They will participate in the development of research goals and objectives by attending staff meetings, in-service programs, attending appropriate continuing education opportunities, staff development programs, as well as participating in quality improvement initiatives to support implementation of change. This job will involve both outpatient and inpatient research studies and will require morning and occasional evening hours and may provide patient care.

Clinical Trial Coordination & Leadership

• Coordinate complex oncology clinical trials in collaboration with investigators, research staff, ancillary services, and clinical teams
• Identify, screen, consent, and enroll patients in clinical trials
• Ensure accurate scheduling and execution of study visits, procedures, and protocol-specific requirements
• Facilitate research treatment planning by reviewing protocol structure and requirements with the principal investigator and care team Maintain full regulatory compliance and uphold Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH, and FDA standards; Maintain current PEERS, CITI or NIH Protection of Human Subjects Training Certification

Advanced Clinical Nursing Practice

• Utilize expert critical thinking to assess, anticipate, and manage patient/participant needs
• Conduct toxicity assessments and grade adverse events under investigator direction
• Supervise dose modifications and manage laboratory abnormalities
• Perform protocol-specific procedures including phlebotomy (PK/PD sampling), EKGs, and other study-related interventions
• Order study-specific labs and procedures in accordance with protocol and departmental guidelines
• Utilizes the nursing process and nursing standards to prevent or manage actual/potential patient/research participant problems in the oncology setting.

Patient & Staff Education

• Provide comprehensive education to patients and families regarding clinical trial participation, treatment expectations, and potential side effects
• Develop educational materials and tools (e.g., drug diaries, tracking documents) to support protocol adherence
• Deliver in-services and ongoing education to clinical and research staff

Operational Excellence

• Serve as a liaison between clinical and research teams to streamline processes, troubleshoot challenges, and identify errors or inconsistencies within clinical trial protocols.
• Maintain lab supplies in collaboration with research lab services and data coordinators
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, study meetings, and research program development
• Provide cross-coverage for research nurses and coordinators as needed

Educational Requirement Applicant must meet one of the following: Bachelor’s degree in nursing OR an associate degree or diploma in Nursing and a Master’s degree in Nursing

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse to practice in Michigan
• Three or more years of RN experience in an inpatient setting OR an infusion setting OR an oncology outpatient settin
• 2 yrs of experience in Clinical trials or 2 yrs of experience in Hematology/Oncology

NOTE: In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

RESUME REQUIRED (*for both internal & external applicants*): 

You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Preferred qualifications:

• 1 or more years of experience coordinating clinical trial
• Hematology/Oncology RN experience
• Previous experience with Epic or MiChart
• SOCRA or ACRP certification

Salary & Nursing Framework Level: 

This UMPNC RN posting is posted under the Role-Specific Advancement Model (RSAM) as: 

CCC- COMPETENT NE. 

Actual RSAM LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire. 

RSAM levels range from CCC-COMPETENT NE to CCC-EXPERT NE TO CCC-MASTERY NE or CCC-Mastery Plus NE. 

Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. 

Hours: 40 hrs., flexibility required. 

Shift: Day shift & occasional evening shift, hours will vary; 

Monday thru Friday, with the possibility of weekends and holidays

All new employees are expected to float in times of low census.