Clinical Research Coordinator​/RN

Overview

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, Colorado's largest and most comprehensive provider of cancer care, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator/RN at our Skyridge location in Lone Tree.

Bring your established Oncology and/or Research experience and join a team dedicated to providing an excellent experience to patients. We believe taking care of cancer patients is a calling and strive to provide the best care possible for each patient.

Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000 for non-nurses and $80,000-$97,000 for nurses. Pay is based on factors including education, work experience, and certification. Eligible benefits include health/dental/vision plans, wellness program, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, potential research bonus, 401(k), life insurance, disability insurance, EAP, PTO, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and employee-paid critical illness and accident insurance. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, and certifications as compared to others doing substantially similar work.

• Screens potential patients for protocol eligibility; presents trial concepts and details, participates in the informed consent process, and enrolls patients on protocol.
• Coordinates patient care in compliance with protocol requirements; may disburse investigational drug and provide patient teaching regarding administration; maintains investigational drug accountability; reviews patients for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, and response to study drug; thoroughly documents findings.
• Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting; schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing activities.
• Maintains regulatory documents in accordance with USOR SOP and applicable regulations.
• Participates in required training and education programs; educates clinic staff regarding clinical research.
• May collaborate with Research Site Leader in the study selection process and may work with other (non-USOR) research bases and/or sponsors.
• Identifies quality and performance improvement opportunities and collaborates with staff to develop action plans to improve quality.
• May compile and report protocol activity, accrual data, and research financial information to practice administration and physicians.
• Oversees preparation of physician orders to ensure protocol compliance; communicates with physicians regarding study requirements, dose modification needs, and adverse event reporting.
• Provides a safe environment for patients, families, and clinical staff by complying with federal, state, and professional regulatory standards (OSHA, HIPAA) and maintaining patient confidentiality.

• Option A:
  Associate's degree in a clinical or scientific-related discipline required;
  Bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum five years of experience in a clinical or scientific-related discipline required, preferably in oncology. SoCRA or ACRP certification preferred.
• Option B:
  Graduate from an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred). Minimum 3 years of nursing experience, preferably in oncology. Clinical research experience preferred. Current RN licensure in the state of practice. Current BLS/ACLS certification required. OCN, SoCRA, or ACRP certification preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing assessment, anatomy and physiology, clinical medicine, diagnostic tests, radiology, pathology, pharmacology, hematology, oncology, clinical trials, and GCP concepts.
  
  Proficiency with computer data entry and database management. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail; ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents; ability to work independently and manage competing priorities; problem-solving and solution implementation ability.

Working Conditions:

Exposure to typical oncology/hematology clinic environment. May require reasonable accommodations. Life, safety, and regulatory standards compliance; potential exposure to infectious diseases and toxic substances. Physical requirements include extended computer-based work, standing and walking for extended periods, and occasional lifting up to 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

All qualified candidates are required to pass a background check and non-federal drug test post offer and prior to hire. Candidates must show proof of being vaccinated against influenza upon commencing employment, with reasonable accommodations considered on a case-by-case basis.

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