Clinical Research Nurse

Join Our Mission to Fight Cancer

At Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, we believe that the work we do is more than just a job; it's a mission to improve outcomes for cancer patients worldwide. We are looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our expanding team, which is recognized as one of the largest community-based cancer programs. Together, we can advance oncology treatments and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by cancer.

Our Commitment

People impacted by cancer drive our decisions. By bringing together pioneering medical professionals and passionate caregivers, we are transforming cancer care and personalizing treatment. Through our commitment to clinical excellence and innovative research, SCRI is at the forefront of redefining cancer treatment worldwide.

As a Clinical Research Nurse, your primary responsibility will be to screen and enroll oncology research participants while ensuring protocol compliance. You will play a crucial role in enrolling patients into clinical trials, facilitating recruitment, screening, enrollment, and follow-up of eligible individuals.

• Become familiar with the protocols for which patients are enrolled, screened, and treated.

• Collaborate with physicians and patients to review study designs and inclusion/exclusion criteria.

• Accurately complete and document screening/eligibility and consent processes, ensuring all relevant parties sign the documents, including HIPAA Authorization.

• Conduct and document assessments at each clinic visit while participants are on protocol, including filling out inclusion/exclusion forms and standard enrollment forms.

• Ensure accurate documentation of all required tools mandated by the protocol (e.g., oral medication forms, quality of life questionnaires, vital signs sheets, etc.).

• Screen all new patients or returning patients with scan results, maintaining patients’ tracking logs meticulously.

• Prepare and submit study medication order forms, obtaining physician or nurse practitioner signatures before initiating treatment or making changes to medication regimens.

• Perform necessary medical calculations, including BSA, creatinine clearance, or any other conversions necessary as per protocol guidelines.

• Collect completed and signed waivers before submitting forms to the enrollment coordinator for investigator-initiated protocols and ensure timely re-consent of patients, thoroughly documenting this process.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Possesses an Associate of Nursing Degree; a Bachelor of Nursing is preferred.

• Is licensed to practice nursing in Tennessee.

• Has a solid understanding of medical and oncology research terminology and knowledge of federal regulations and good clinical practices (GCP).

• Has at least one year of clinical nursing experience.

• Preferred: One year of experience in clinical research and one year of experience treating oncology patients.

About Us

As a leading organization in oncology research, Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is dedicated to conducting community-based clinical trials with the goal of advancing therapies for patients. Over the past three decades, we have made significant contributions to drug development and have participated in numerous first-in-human clinical trials. Boasting a network of over 1,300 physicians actively enrolling patients into trials across more than 250 locations, we are redefining cancer care and improving patient access.

We prioritize the health and well-being of our patients, communities, and employees. This commitment extends to our comprehensive Total Rewards package, which supports the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our diverse workforce. In addition to competitive base pay, we also offer performance-based bonuses and long-term incentive opportunities.

As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.