Oncology Research Registered Nurse (RN) - Sugar Land, Tx

Overview

Texas Oncology is looking for an Oncology Research Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team!This position will support Sugar Land, Texas location. This is a Full-time Monday - Friday position with no weekends, call, or major holidays.

This position will be either a level I, II or Senior based on candidate experience.

Sugar Land, Texas -where sophistication meets community spirit. TxO -Sugar Land provides leading-edge cancer care, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and precision medicine, all in a warm, patient-centered environment. Located in one of Houston's most desirable suburbs, Sugar Land offers top-rated schools, master-planned neighborhoods, and easy access to major highways like US-59 and Grand Parkway. Nearby attractions such as Sugar Land Town Square, Smart Financial Centre, and Oyster Creek Park add vibrancy and charm. In Sugar Land, healing happens in a place that feels like home-where care, culture, and comfort come together. TxO - Sugar Land treats our patients and staff as if they are our family, and our team values a collaborative approach to providing personalized, high-quality care for each patient we serve.

Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 300+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.

Why work for us?

Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patient diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.

Join a Team That Invests in Your Future

At Texas Oncology, we recognize the long-term impact of our people and are committed to rewarding performance and potential. That's why select roles may be eligible to participate in our Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) : an incentive program designed to attract, retain, and reward top talent.

What is the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)?

Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) : is an incentive program that typically vests over a three-year period and is tied to both individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology. Awards are discretionary and based on your position, performance, and potential for future career growth at Texas Oncology. Awards are reviewed and approved during the annual compensation review. LTIP awards are subject to your continued employment through the award payment date, and are governed by the written terms and conditions of the LTIP document.

What does the Oncology Research Nurse (RN) do?

This position offers a unique and exciting opportunity to work as a nurse in oncology clinical research. As a Clinical Research Nurse, you will provide care for patients receiving cutting-edge treatments within the oncology clinic. This position provides a variety of responsibilities while developing rewarding relationships as you manage the cancer patient throughout their journey. Texas Oncology provides opportunities for support of your professional development to include tuition reimbursement and an annual bonus for oncology certified nurses. Working in clinical research gives you the opportunity to make a life-changing difference in the lives of patients that wouldn't be possible without clinical trials. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities :

• Work closely with physicians to identify and screen potential patients for clinical trial participation
• Present trial concepts and details to oncology patients while conducting the informed consent process.
• Assess patients for adverse events and / or changes in condition
• Provide staff and patient education regarding the management and administration of investigational product
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation and data entry to meet trial requirements
• Serve as a liaison between clinic departments to ensure proper trial conduct
• Oversees the preparation of orders by physicians to assure that protocol compliance is maintained.
• Enters orders to assure that protocol compliance is maintained.
• Responsible for compiling and reporting protocol activity, accrual data, and research financials to practice administration and physicians.
• May be responsible for the development of practice research budgets.
• Maintains regulatory documents in accordance with USOR SOP and applicable regulations.
• Participate in scheduling monitoring and auditing visits. Interacts with the monitors / auditors while onsite.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following background and experience :

Education / Training :

Level I

Level II

Level Senior

Minimum seven (7) years nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology strongly preferred

Specialized Knowledge / Skills :

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures such as protocols, informed consent documents, and regulatory documents.

Ability to work independently, organize, prioritize, and follow through with results

Ability to solve practical problems and implement solutions

Strong ability multi-task

Must have excellent communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Must have a strong interpersonal skills to be able to interact with multiple people on many different levels

Must have a high level of attention to detail

Must be able to work in a fast paced environment

Attention to details and accuracy

Working Conditions :

Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.)

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology / hematology clinic environment.

Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

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