Research Nurse
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Description: University of Chicago is in need of Research Nurse right now, this career will be dwelled in Illinois. Further informations about this career opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Type of Position
Staff
Number of Positions Available
1
Division
Biological Sciences
Department
2012217-BSD-Medicine-Hem/Onc
- St! andard Summary
About the Unit
The Section of Hematology/Oncology has a proud and long tradition of excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. Ranked among the finest cancer programs in the country, the Section is comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise in all major types of malignancies, blood disorders, and experimental therapies. Major emphasis is given to translational research and the investigation of important laboratory observations in the clinic. One of the only institutions to have clinical trials in Phase I, II, and III of drug development, the distinguished faculty have ongoing investigations in each of these phases.
Unit Job Summary
Research nurse: Participate in the conduct of clinical research trials involving various modaliti! es of cancer treatment for oncology patients. Responsible for the coord! ination and care of patients in a disease specific area receiving non-protocol cancer treatment. The research trials will include multi- centered cooperative group and intergroup trials at a national level, multi-institutional pharmaceutical trials and single and multi-centered trials (Phase I, Phase II, In-house, Investigator Initiated) designed, implemented and coordinated in the Section. Participate in established and future research programs in the Section of Hematology/Oncology. Serve as liaison between Primary Investigator, sponsoring agent, patient, patient family members, referring physicians, community physicians, pharmacist, statistician and other members of the multidisciplinary and research team.
Education
Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois from the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX) required.
Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
Oncology Nursing Certification ! (OCN) preferred.
Experience
Five years of experience in nursing with demonstrated knowledge about home care, palliative care, advance directives, pain management, symptoms control, and/or discharge planning preferred.
Competencies
Fundamental working knowledge of clinical research required.
Knowledge of patient care fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques required.
Ability to provide direct patient care in a professional and respectful manner required.
Excellent verbal and written communication required.
Ability to read documents or instruments required.
Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions required.
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive situations required.
Ability to solve problems by applying math or reasoning principles required.
Ability to adapt to changing working situa! tions and work assignments required.
Required Job Seeker Docum! ents
Resume
Optional Job Seeker Documents
Work Location
Campus - Hyde Park
Other Work Location
Work Schedule
Full-Time
Hours/Week
40
If other than regular hours (M-F, 8:30-5:00) please detail
M-F 8-5
Benefits Eligible?
Yes
Union (If applicable):
Non-Union
Pay Grade
NA
Pay Range
Depends on Qualifications
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Does this position require incumbent to operate a vehicle on the job?
No
Is a Background Check Required?
Yes
Is Drug Testing Required?
Yes
Employee Referral Bonus Amount
None
Posting Date
06-27-2013
Remove from posting on or before
12-27-2013
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This career will be started on: Sat, 06 Jul 2013 00:43:52 GMT