Sr. Clinical Trials Nursing Specialist

Senior Clinical Trials Nursing Specialist

The job has deep knowledge and expertise within a Nursing specialty. Establishes plans for the safe distribution of medications. Uses specialized depth and breadth of experience in Healthcare issues to direct primary health care to patients, in collaboration with consulting physician and multidisciplinary health teams. This position requires strong Oncology Nurse Navigation (ONN) experience, extensive experience and expertise with clinical research, including regulatory compliance, and proven leadership capabilities.

Our research program is one of the largest gynecologic oncology programs in the Midwest, with an average of 18-22 therapeutic Phase I-III trials open at all times. We seek a Senior Clinical Trials Nursing Specialist to provide direct and functional supervisory oversight of clinical trials nursing care across five UChicago Medicine Gynecologic Oncology sites. This position will work closely with the Section Chief, Clinical Nurse Manager, Clinical Trials Physician Lead, and departmental leadership to develop pathways and processes that optimize efficient trial initiation, patient enrollment, and safe, protocol-compliant care.

The role includes performance management, systems optimization, quality auditing, data analytics, and strategic expansion of the clinical trials program.

Responsibilities include:

• Provides in-services on complex Phase I trial protocols.
• Provides collaborative lead nursing support for ONNs at 5 clinical sites.
• Works with clinical trials program physician leadership and UCCCC Clinical Trials Support Office to increase trial accruals, shape trials program development.
• Supports development of clinical standard operating procedures for Gynecology Oncology ONNs and PAs.
• Coordinates clinical trial protocol in-service education for IVTH units at 4 sites.
• Leads work to standardize patient-facing chemotherapy and surgery education.
• Monitors and makes recommendations to RN workload evaluations.
• Maintains very limited direct patient care ONN clinic support.
• Partners in the coordination of new hire onboarding/training for Gynecologic Oncology Nurse Navigators.
• Improves education documentation processes/conducts compliance audits.
• Provides functional oversight of clinical trials nursing care at five UChicago Medicine Gynecologic Oncology locations.
• Leads clinical trials performance assessment and auditing processes.
• Manages data collection, analytics, and reporting related to clinical trials growth.
• Oversees clinical trials onboarding programs and ongoing competency development for nursing staff.
• Works directly with the Clinical Trials Physician Lead and Section Chief to design and execute a strategic growth plan.
• Leads comprehensive or episodic health assessments.
• Collaborates with and provides expertise to nurses, patients, families, physicians, and community resources for coordination of patient care.
• Requires specialized depth of knowledge and skills for professional development.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

College or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Registered Nurse (RN).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Nursing degree (CNL, CNE, CNS strongly preferred).
• Experience in solid tumor oncology and Gynecologic Oncology.
• Prior experience with enrolling and caring for patients on clinical trials.
• Specialized depth of knowledge in oncology care, clinical trials operations and regulatory compliance.
• Oncology Nurse Certification by the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation.
• Clinical Research Certification.

Preferred

Competencies:

• Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive.
• Demonstrated patient facing clinical excellence, effective leadership and teaching skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
• Problem-solving.
• Attention to detail.
• Strategic planning and change management skills.

Working Conditions:

• Clinical and administrative office environments.
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time.

Application Documents:

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

Job Family:
Healthcare & Medical Services

Role Impact:
Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Drug Test

Required:

Yes

Health Screen

Required:

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry

Required:

No

Pay Rate Type:
Salary

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Pay Range: $ - $

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

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