Oncology Infusion Nurse

Valkyrie Clinical Trials (VCT), a Flourish Research Company, is a leading Oncology multi-site clinical research network with expertise in Oncology research. VCT approaches clinical research with a deep sense of humanity, compassion, and sincere kindness. VCT was founded by leading Clinical Oncologist, Dr. David Berz, and has multiple sites spanning California and Colorado.

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We are actively hiring an Infusion Nurse (Oncology) to support our Valkyrie Clinical Trials Walnut Creek, California site.

LOCATION: Onsite, Walnut Creek, CA

FLSA: Non-Exempt

HOURS: Monday to Friday, Day Shift, 40 hours per week

COMPENSATION: $52-$70 per hour, based on experience

PURPOSE: This role is responsible for providing compassionate and competent care of oncology patients while performing IV infusions, and/or injections of blinded and unblinded study drugs, obtaining blood specimens, and maintaining accurate source documentation. To uphold the integrity and reliability of clinical trial data collected. To ensure the safe and compliant administration of investigational products and collection of clinical data in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and all applicable regulatory requirements
Perform IV infusion and IM/SQ injections of blinded and unblinded investigational products according to study protocols,
Obtain blood specimens and other biological samples from study participants/patients following proper clinical procedures
Ensure accurate and timely source documentation in compliance with GCP and sponsor guidelines
Monitor participants/patients for infusion reactions and adverse events and report and document findings per protocol, regulatory requirements, and site SOPs
Maintain confidentiality and integrity of study data and all participant/patient information
Collaborate with investigators, study coordinators, pharmacy, and other clinical staff to ensure protocol compliance
Participate in training sessions and maintain current knowledge of clinical trial procedures and safety standards
Represent Flourish Research in a professional and courteous manner (verbal, written and in appearance) when interacting with all staff, clients, and vendors
Additional duties as assigned by management
Communicate effectively, compassionately, and professionally with patients and guests, physicians, employees, and all others

Physical Requirements

Work is performed on-site in an outpatient clinical office setting
Local travel may be required to other sites as applicable
Daily computer use
Exposure to human bodily fluids
Participant/Patient care
Occasional evening and weekend work schedules
Ability to properly lift thirty-five pounds and occasionally more than thirty-five pounds
Ability to drive and daily availability of an automobile

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
ONS/ONCC certification strongly preferred
GCP certification preferred
BLS certification required, ACLS preferred

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 2+ years' experience as an oncology infusion nurse
Clinical research experience strongly preferred
Proficiency in IV infusion, vascular access, port care, injections, and phlebotomy required
Proficient with EMR/EHR platforms

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Working knowledge of clinical research methods preferred
Critical thinking with strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and align with operations
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively, compassionately, and professionally with patients and guests, physicians, employees, and all others
Excellent computer skills to include EMR, Office365 and other products
Experience in reviewing Standard Operating Procedures preferred
Strong problem solving, risk assessment and impact analysis abilities
Demonstrated experience in process improvement
Flexible, able to multi-task, and prioritize competing demands
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Ability to think and work independently with minimal supervision
Possess strong clinical nursing and patient care skills

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401(k) with a 100% employer match on the first 4% of employee contributions, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, employee referral program, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, and a generous PTO plan covering vacation, sick, personal days and 8 paid holidays.

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