Registered Nurse, Oncology Research RN

Job Title

Research Nurse

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Cancer Center – Research

Hourly

Day

$45.00 – $60.00 per hour

The Oncology Research Nurse Coordinator is a highly skilled Registered Nurse who serves as the bridge between patients, physicians, and the multidisciplinary research team. From protocol activation through patient enrollment and ongoing study management, the Nurse Coordinator ensures all clinical trials are conducted safely, ethically, and in full compliance with regulatory standards, delivering compassionate, patient‑centered support.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an active RN license in the State of New Jersey
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Minimum 1 year of oncology experience required
• 3–5 years of oncology research experience preferred
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• ONS Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Advanced OCN (AOCN) preferred

Onsite and patient‑facing work within the standard Cancer Center hours of 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Preference for candidates who can work 25–30 hours/week.

• Clinical Trial Start‑Up & Protocol Activation
  • Collaborate with Protocol Activation teams to initiate and activate clinical trials using study start‑up workflows.
  • Prepare and review study tools including binders, eligibility checklists, flow sheets, and patient materials.
  • Ensure all regulatory approvals (IRB, SRB), data collection plans, and financial clearances are in place prior to activation.
  • Analyze protocols to identify potential operational or clinical barriers and proactively resolve them with investigators.
  • Translate protocols into actionable clinical workflows, including treatment plans and study calendars.
  • Provide protocol‑specific education to interdisciplinary teams.
• Patient Enrollment & Study Accrual
  • Partner with research and clinical teams to identify and pre‑screen eligible patients for clinical trials.
  • Review medical records to confirm eligibility and collect required source documentation.
  • Conduct and document the informed consent process in compliance with IRB, GCP, and institutional standards.
  • Register enrolled patients and maintain accurate documentation within clinical trial systems (e.g., OnCore).
• Clinical Care & Coordination
  • Serve as the primary liaison between patients and the research team throughout the study lifecycle.
  • Coordinate all protocol‑related care including appointments, diagnostics, treatments, and follow‑ups.
  • Deliver high‑quality oncology nursing care aligned with protocol requirements and best practices.
  • Monitor patient status, assess symptoms, and triage concerns in collaboration with the care team.
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all patient interactions and protocol visits.
  • Reconcile medications and communicate patient status transitions (on/off study or treatment).
• Study Management & Compliance
  • Monitor protocol adherence and timelines; identify and escalate deviations or challenges.
  • Accurately assess and grade adverse events using NCI criteria and protocol guidelines.
  • Complete and submit Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reports in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Support specimen collection and processing per protocol requirements.
  • Assist with monitoring visits, audits, and sponsor communications.
  • Contribute to Case Report Form (CRF) completion and resolution of data queries.
  • Maintain research records for all screened and enrolled patients.
• Collaboration, Education & Professional Development
  • Foster strong collaboration across clinical, research, and academic teams to ensure seamless care delivery.
  • Provide education and coaching to staff on protocol requirements and toxicity grading.
  • Participate in training programs, disease‑specific meetings, and quality initiatives.
  • Support onboarding, training, and mentorship of new staff.
  • Maintain ongoing professional development and required continuing education.
• Regulatory & Compliance Responsibilities
  • Ensure adherence to all institutional, state, and federal regulations governing clinical research.
  • Maintain compliance with IRB‑approved protocols, FDA guidelines, and organizational…