Research Care Support Nurse, LPN

The Research Care Support Nurse, LPN delivers direct patient care and ensures accurate data collection. The position requires a licensed practical nurse capable of performing clinical assessments, managing medical equipment, and supporting study-related procedures.

• Provide direct care to patients as directed by the physician or RN.
• Place peripheral IVs for blood collection.
• Perform nurse assessment for poor venous access.
• Collect specimens and flush from peripheral IVs.
• Evaluate abnormal ECGs in real time.
• Perform nursing assessments and/or monitoring of patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to SOPs.
• Assess patients and document findings at each clinic visit.
• Adhere to established protocols, procedures, policies, lab manuals, and regulations.
• Perform specimen collection including peripheral, port, and IV blood draws.
• Collect and document vital signs and ECGs.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathroom, rooming, escorts, and providing personal items.
• Route collected samples to appropriate departments for processing or analysis.
• Ensure pharmacokinetic rooms are clean and ready for patient use.
• Utilize electronic medical record systems, laboratory information systems, inventory systems, and communication tools.
• Prepare and quality check sponsor-provided research collection kits.
• Report non-conformance and non-compliance to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain and handle ECG machines (clinic and sponsor-owned).
• Communicate effectively regarding patient/sample data, inventory, and documentation.
• Document and maintain records according to procedures.
• Manage inventory of clinical and office supplies.
• Support department process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain required certifications.
• Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Collect and document source data.
• Ensure timely adherence to protocol requirements.
• Document protocol-specific tools and assessments.
• Complete and submit data and query requests with source documentation.

• Working knowledge of medical and oncology research terminology.
• Working knowledge of federal regulations, good clinical practices (GCP).
• Skills in communication with patients and physicians.
• Current LPN License for the State of Tennessee
• IV Therapy Certification

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Spending Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) (U.S.)
• Pension (Canada)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Mental Health Programs
• Flexible Schedules
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Education Reimbursement
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Flexible Work Environment

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials.