RN Research Infusion Nurse I - Medical Oncology

Position Summary
Position provides specialized care and support for a variety of BMT and medical oncology clinical trials that involve investigational agents. Position works closely with staff infusion nurses to care for patients populations enrolled in clinical trials.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Attends Site Initiation Visits for new trials and assists in the development and implementation of research treatment plans.
• Provides a thorough review of treatment parameters and patient treatment toxicity. Utilizes study protocols in conjunction with the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE) to assess for adjustments in treatment dosing.
• Navigates the research treatment plan and supports infusion nursing in reviewing required treatment parameters, pre-medications, chemotherapy dosing and research specific assessments.
• Coordinates with the treating team, investigational pharmacy, clinical pharmacists, infusion nursing, clinical research coordinators, protocol content administration team and other required departments to assist in constructing and executing an appropriate plan of care for each research patient.
• Performs post-checks of patient’s charts after treatment is complete.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of chemotherapy drugs and supportive care.
• Maintains required skills and competencies through participation in education programs, staff meetings, continuing education opportunities, in-services, or classes.
• Offers constructive solutions to clinical challenges and process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrates appropriate interpersonal relationships with supervisors, co-workers, physicians and employees of other departments.
• Displays a helpful, positive attitude at all times.
• Initiates and maintains professional relationships with patients and their families.
• Administrative duties, as assigned (ex. developing research specific source documents to be used by nursing, weekly patients lists to confirm medication is at the appropriate locations each week for each patient, special projects).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Two years of outpatient oncology experience.
• Working knowledge of general nursing theory and practice with ability to recognize and interpret symptoms/conditions.
• Ability to function in new/emergent situations.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with at least 1 year of oncology experience.

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

• Current state (MO/IL) RN licensure as applicable by state of work location, in accordance with Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support Certification. Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.

Grade
S26-H

Salary Range
$28.65 - $49.82 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.