The posting
About the Role
The Research & Infusion Nurse supports U.S. Urology by providing nursing care to patients receiving infusion and other prescribed therapies while supporting the coordination and execution of clinical research activities. This position works closely with physicians, clinical teams, research personnel, and patients to promote safe, high-quality care and successful research operations.
The ideal candidate is a Registered Nurse (RN) who brings strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, patient education skills, and an interest in clinical research.
What You’ll Be Doing
Infusion & Clinical Care
- Provide nursing care to patients receiving prescribed infusion and injectable therapies in accordance with provider orders and established clinical protocols.
- Perform appropriate patient assessments before, during, and following treatment and document patient status and response to therapy.
- Administer medications and therapies within the scope of RN practice and in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and provider orders.
- Monitor patients for potential adverse reactions and communicate changes in patient condition to the appropriate provider.
- Provide education to patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, potential side effects, follow-up care, and other relevant clinical information.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Coordinate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacy resources, and other members of the care team regarding treatment plans and patient needs.
- Support appropriate medication, supply, and clinical inventory processes associated with infusion services.
- Promote adherence to infection prevention, medication safety, and patient safety practices.
Research
- Support the coordination and implementation of clinical research studies and research initiatives.
- Assist with the identification and evaluation of potential research participants in accordance with applicable study protocols.
- Coordinate research-related patient visits, assessments, procedures, and follow-up activities as appropriate.
- Collect, organize, and maintain clinical research data and documentation.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of clinical and research databases.
- Support accurate completion and maintenance of research documentation and study records.
- Collaborate with physicians, research personnel, operational leaders, and other stakeholders to support research activities.
- Assist with monitoring research outcomes and preparing reports related to research initiatives.
- Support patient education regarding participation in research activities and study requirements.
- Serve as a clinical resource to research personnel and as a research resource to clinical teams.
- Assist with research proposals, initiatives, and special projects as assigned.
General Responsibilities
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with physicians, administrators, clinical staff, research personnel, patients, and families.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to applicable privacy, clinical, and research requirements.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing clinical and research priorities.
- Identify opportunities to improve clinical and research workflows and participate in process-improvement initiatives.
- Complete responsibilities associated with assignments and projects within established timeframes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We Expect from You
- Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state(s) required.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Clinical nursing experience in an ambulatory, specialty, hospital, infusion, or similar healthcare setting preferred.
- Previous infusion nursing experience strongly preferred.
- Clinical research experience is highly preferred but not required.
- Urology, oncology, specialty pharmacy, or other specialty-care experience is a plus.
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
- Strong patient assessment, education, and communication skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively coordinate multiple patients, research activities, and competing priorities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, clinical staff, research personnel, and operational leadership.
- Current BLS certification preferred or required based on organizational policy.
- Additional infusion-related training or certification is a strong plus.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills to practical problems involving patient care and research activities. Ability to interpret and apply provider orders, clinical protocols, research protocols, organizational policies, and instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should possess strong computer skills and proficiency with Electronic Medical Records, clinical information systems, research-related systems, and standard business applications.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, and communicate verbally. The position may require assisting with patient care activities and frequently lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
This position operates in a professional healthcare environment involving direct patient care, infusion services, and clinical research activities. The role routinely utilizes standard clinical and office equipment, computers, Electronic Medical Records, and other healthcare and research-related systems.
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Travel
Travel is primarily local during the business day, including potential travel between practice locations or research sites, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
Salary
The pay range for this role is $44-56 per hour, commensurate with experience.
What We are Offer You
At U.S. Urology Partners, we are guided by four core values. Every associate living the core values makes our company an amazing place to work. Here “Every Family Matters”
Compassion
Make Someone’s Day
Collaboration
Achieve Possibilities Together
Respect
Treat people with dignity
Accountability
Do the right thing
Beyond competitive compensation, our well-rounded benefits package includes a range of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, HSA / FSA, 401(k) matching, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more.
About US Urology Partners
U.S. Urology Partners is one of the nation’s largest independent providers of urology and related specialty services, including general urology, surgical procedures, advanced cancer treatment, and other ancillary services.
With a network of more than 80 locations across seven states, U.S. Urology Partners continues to play a key role in advancing innovation and access to urological services. As a partner to independent, community-based urology practices, U.S. Urology Partners enables them to focus on delivering premier care to the patients they serve and is backed by leading global investor General Atlantic.
U.S. Urology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.
