RN - Research Nurse Coordinator - MGH

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

M-F, 7am-5:30pm, set schedule with possibility of one remote day per week.

Supportive Nursing Leadership, competitive pay and great benefits!

The Research Nurse Coordinator (Nurse Reviewer) plays a critical role in reviewing protocols, amendments, and ICFs; providing feasibility insights; driving communication of new trials to frontline teams; and leading the implementation of study protocols across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, including oversight of treatment plan order builds.

The Mass General Cancer Center Protocol Office (CCPO) conducts multi-phase studies in the outpatient setting at the MGH Cancer Center. If you want to be on the cutting edge of discovering new cancer therapies, the CCPO is a wonderful place to work.

You will be instrumental in translating groundbreaking clinical trial concepts into practical care for patients. By building strong relationships with patients, you’ll provide comprehensive education, triage, support, and guidance to help them prepare for and navigate the clinical trial experience, making a meaningful impact on cancer care and outcomes!

The ideal candidate will have two years RN experience in Oncology and/or Research.

CCPO Research Nurses are responsible for screening and enrolling patients for trials, patient education, triage phone support for patients in between treatment visits, symptom management, expert knowledge of protocols, meticulous documentation, and strong advocacy for patients while they are on trial.

CCPO Research nurses work closely with Infusion RNs, APPs and Physicians within the Cancer Center to support patients on clinical trials and to meticulously adhere to the protocol. Research RNs support the organizational mission and the Cancer Center investment in clinical research and making clinical trials accessible to more patients from diverse and underserved communities.

Supported by a Nursing Director, Nurse Managers and Nursing Practice Specialists, this team is responsible for establishing standards of care, initiating quality improvement projects, and setting and supporting the overall tone for excellent patient care.

Acts as a resource to the multi-disciplinary care team related to protocol specifications such as administration guidelines for investigational agents.

Documents research nurse encounters in the medical record including patient education, required protocol assessments including adverse events, oral study drug adherence, protocol deviations, phone encounters and follow-up.

We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and personally. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work.

Reasons to Choose MGH
1. The State’s First Magnet Hospital
2. Opportunities for growth and development
3. Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
4. Tuition Reimbursement
5. Generous paid time off
6. Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
7. Free parking for nights and weekends
8. Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
9. Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.
10. Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

If this sounds like the ideal environment for your skills, we invite you to join us.

 

Job Summary

Summary
Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients' clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
-Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records.

-Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.

-Record patients' medical information and vital signs.

-Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.

-Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.

-Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

 

Education
Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience
Clinical nursing experience 0-1 year required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
-Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.
-Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided.
-Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information.
-Knowledge of medical terminology.
-Excellent verbal and communication skills.
-Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.

 

 

Onsite

 

32 Fruit Street

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$41.72 - $105.65/Hourly

 

Grade

GHCARN055

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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