Apheresis Research Nurse BWH

  • 2410 Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc.
  • 75 Francis Street Boston (Amory Lab)
  • 6mo ago
  • Part-Time
  • Hybrid
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.


 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.


 

A resume is required for consideration


 

Job Summary

Apheresis Research Nurse / 30 Hours Variable Rotation / Kraft Family Blood Donor Center

The Kraft Family Blood Donor Center’s Apheresis Core Research Nurse (CRN) in collaboration with the entire core, is responsible for the implementation and evaluation of clinical research in their specific program/area. The RN has expert knowledge of cancer as a disease process and the process of conducting medical clinical research both nonprofit and for-profit. In addition, the RN utilizes evidence-based nursing practice and has expertise in developing and coordinating a plan of care designed to meet the physical, psychological, and social needs of those cancer patients and their families undergoing therapy in a clinical research trial. Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are required. Knowledge of current literature and a commitment to continued learning are also required. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary across the different programs/areas.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Administrative:
- Assists with protocol development, review, and updates.
- Assists with Kraft annual protocol review process & assists in developing the protocol budget.
- Collaborates with the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Cell Manufacturing Core Facility in quality assurance of clinical trials materials and conduct.
- Serves as research coordinator for National Cancer Institute, pharmaceutical-sponsored, and National Cooperative Group protocols.
- Prepare weekly suitability for research collections and send it out to the team.

Research:
- Assists with Review and determination of feasibility of new study protocols.
- Assist with creation of documentation and workflows for new study protocols.
- Coordinates workflow of subjects on study protocols.
- Coordinates protocol data management as necessary.
- Collaborates with staff within the Kraft and with outside organizations in the completion of clinical research trials.
- Active participant in audits, quality, compliance related to clinical research trials.
- Resource for Kraft’s quality initiatives
- Provides protocol education/in-service training and serves as a resource to Kraft nursing staff and the healthcare team.

Clinical:
- Coordinates protocol treatment and completion of study requirements for patients participating in clinical trials.
- Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
- Collaborates with Care Coordination for all patient care referrals.
- Collaborates with primary nurse in assuring that patient care needs are met.
- Provides protocol education to patients and families; adapts interactions based on age-specific needs of the patient.
- Documents in charts as appropriate and communicates observations and findings to protocol investigator and attending physicians.
- Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
- Maintains practice that is evidence-based and consistent with nursing policies, procedures, licensure/registration requirements, and professional scope and standards.

Professional Development:
- Identifies areas for professional growth.
- Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
- Pursues active membership of local and national professional organizations.
- Supports research activities within the BWH and DFCI.
- Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
- Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles, and presentations for colleagues and the public.


 

Qualifications

To qualify you must have:

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of nursing experience in apheresis, oncology, bone marrow transplant, or research nursing

  • Cellular Therapies/Stem Cell, Outpatient/Ambulatory Experience Strongly Preferred

  • Research and clinical trial management experience strongly preferred

  • Strong computer skills preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Be able to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.

  • Demonstrate skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.

  • Understand special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served:  all age groups, infants to geriatric.

Working Conditions:

  • Be able to work in clinic and office settings with possible exposure to infectious diseases through airborne transmission or contact with blood or body fluids.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Supervise assistive personnel as appropriate in the provision of patient care.


 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)


 

Remote Type

Hybrid


 

Work Location

75 Francis Street


 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

30


 

Employee Type

Regular


 

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)


 

Pay Range

$41.71 - $105.65/Hourly


 

Grade

MNA333


 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.


 

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.


 

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