"REGISTERED NURSE: Ambulatory Care Services (Ravitz Cancer Center Research Unit (CCRU))"

The Ravitz Cancer Center Research Unit (CCRU) is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Registered nurse to join our dynamic team. This role involves the critical analysis and support of research protocols and ensuring seamless integration into our infusion center operations. The ideal candidate will be committed to advancing cancer research through meticulous protocol review, documentation preparation, education of staff, and direct patient care. This is a multi-faceted position that requires a deep understanding of infusion workflows, SOPs, general nursing practice, guidelines, and policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze research protocols for compliance with regulatory standards and identify special requirements for the infusion center.
• Prepare concise summary workflow documents outlining infusion center protocol requirements.
• Examine draft research prescriptions to ensure they align with the study protocols
• Develop and maintain visit-specific workflow documents for the Ravitz CCRU as per protocol stipulations.
• Educate infusion research staff regarding the special or unique requirements of study protocols.
• Create and adjust research infusion durations to optimize patient care and adherence to protocols.
• Monitor queries from the Clinical Trial Support Unit concerning protocol deviations and address them accordingly.
• Provide comprehensive support to the Ravitz infusion team, which includes direct patient care responsibilities.
• Respond to inquiries from the research pharmacy, assisting with protocol-related questions.
• Offer insights into infusion workflows, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and general nursing practices and policies to enhance research operations.

The RN administers investigational agents including but not limited to injections, IV hydration, blood products, chemotherapy, biotherapy and immunotherapy.

Expectations:

• Knowledge of clinical research processes, protocol design, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for education and coordination with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work independently, manage complex projects with attention to detail, and handle sensitive information confidentially as measured by interview, references, and performance evaluations
• Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities in a clinical setting.
• Commitment to providing the highest level of care and support to patients participating in clinical trials.
• Demonstrated ability to start IV?s, access ports and maintain vascular access
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse to practice in the State of Michigan

Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in Oncology, Research and in an Infusion Center environment
Two (2) or more years of recent (in the last 3 years) of RN experience administering chemotherapy, biotherapy and immunotherapy
Two (2) or more years of recent (in the last 3 years) hematology/oncology RN experience

NOTE: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.

RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants): You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

BSN preferred
Recent Ambulatory Care Experience
Demonstrated ability to start IVs
Certifications: Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Certified Registered Infusion Nurse (CRNI)
Experience with electronic medical records, specifically EPIC. Computer/typing skills such as Microsoft Word and Excel, Sharepoint

Salary & Nursing Framework Level:
This UMPNC RN posting is posted as Nursing Framework LEVEL C
Actual Nursing Framework LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire.
Nursing Framework levels range from Level A to Level F.

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.
Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort.
Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.

Hours: 40 hours/ week
Shift: Days; Variable days of the week. May include weekends and some holidays. Variable shift lengths. Flexibility required

Location: University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center-Ravitz Cancer Center Research Unit (CCRU). The standard hours of operation for the Ravitz Cancer Center Research Unit are Monday thru Friday, 8:30a - 7:00p, with extended hours for continued patient care.

All new employees will be expected to float to a designated unit(s) in times of low census

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.