The Staff Nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The infusion nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, BWH, and other collaborating institutions and agencies. The infusion nurse identifies his/her own professional goals and learning needs. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. The Mission, Vision and Core values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
1. Implements nursing process:
a. Assesses patient and family needs.
b. Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses.
c. Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes.
d. Implements the plan of care.
e. Evaluates the patient’s response to interventions.
2. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies’ requirements.
3. Administers medications, which may include chemotherapy, and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy.  May administer blood transfusions.
4. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family, and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care.
5. Educates patient and family regarding various aspects and treatment modalities of disease, which may include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 
6. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.  Maintains BLS certification.
7. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care and makes appropriate referrals.
8. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.

B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds.
1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality.
2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served.
4. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.

C.  Manages the environment of patient care.
1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
2. Complies with Institute, Nursing and Patient Care Services, and unit policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct.
3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.

D. Contributes to the formulation and achievement of goals on the unit, within the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.
1. Assists in defining goals and developing systems and work processes for the unit, the Division of Nursing and the Institute.
2. Participates in unit, program-based, and divisional committees, councils, and initiatives.
3. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities.  Accepts additional responsibilities as needed.
4. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit and the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
5. Supports research activities within the unit, Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.

E. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts.
2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
3. Delegates as appropriate, and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care.
4. Functions in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas.

F. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth.
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.  Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
2. Attends inservices, workshops and seminars.  Shares information gained with colleagues.
3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff.
4. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles and presentations for colleagues and the public.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.

G. Procedural Nurse Responsibilities
1. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
2. Perform pre procedural assessment with patients by obtaining medical history via pre procedural phone call to provide patient specific instructions:
a. Assess safety and tolerability of procedural sedation.
b. Perform medication reconciliation.
c. Review procedural sedation history.
d. Provide pre procedural instructions, providing the patient with opportunity to ask clinical questions without requiring separate call back.
3. Create patient specific premedication regiment in collaboration with procedure APP.
4. Obtain IV access and preprocedural lab work.
5. Administered preprocedural procedural medications, titrating according to specific patient needs. Also administer chemotherapy and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May administer blood transfusions.
6. Work as co-sign to Intrathecal Chemotherapy administered by APP.
7. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient`s physical condition.
8. Maintains awareness of procedural suite activities and works with the Procedure Suite team to maximize workflow.
9. Keeps abreast of changing techniques in procedural nursing and maintains a high level of expertise in critical care.
10. Responsible for intraprocedural monitoring of patients not limited to maintain active airway, assesses effective circulation and respiration via capnography and telemetry monitoring.
11. Safely recover patients post sedation, perform discharge teaching, and evaluate safety of patient discharge.
12. Coordinate correct research specimen collection with research coordinators.
13. Maintain Joint commission readiness.
14. Provide as needed support for biopsy specimen collection when not acting in a procedural sedation role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse.  Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute seeks a Post-Doctoral Computational Biologist in the Gillani Lab in Computational Pediatric Cancer Research (https://gillanilab.dana-farber.org/). The Post-Doctoral Computational Biologist will work on the analysis of genomic, transcriptomic, and epigenomic datasets with the goal of arriving at new insights around targetable biology and clinical biomarkers to advance the care of pediatric cancer patients.
The mission of the Gillani Lab is to advance pediatric, adolescent, and young adult cancer care using cutting-edge computational biology approaches. We strive to understand the germline genetics and tumor genomics of pediatric cancer to inform novel approaches to treatment. We value great science that matters to patients, caring about each other as people and colleagues, and fostering an environment of mutual respect and collaboration. The qualified candidate will design and lead projects grounded in data analysis in the domain of computational pediatric cancer research. They will develop and support data processing and analysis tools, create new algorithms for focused research questions in bulk and single cell tumor analysis, integrate tools and databases into existing high-throughput pipelines, and drive projects to completion and publication.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Ph.D. in genetics, computational biology, statistics, computer science, biomedical engineering, mathematics, or other related disciplines/ comparable research experience. Candidates with an M.D. who have commensurate research experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Significant research experience in computational biology and its common applications (experience in R and/or Python, as well as cloud computing)
• A strong background in statistics and biology
• Experience managing and curating large datasets
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to perform both self-directed and guided research
• Outstanding personal initiative and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to meet deadlines and efficiently multitask
• Ability to effectively collaborate across a range of individuals from various disciplines, ranging from computer science to clinical medicine
• Ability to seek out mentorship and assistance as needed, while also being a mentor to other members of the research team

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Related projects and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Whole-genome sequencing and single-cell sequencing analysis of tumor samples
• Studies of resistance to existing and emerging cancer therapies using patient-derived data
• Studies of patient samples for tumor behavior and clinical outcomes
• Development and implementation of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms for biologically and clinically motivated questions in pediatric oncology

Projects are collaborative efforts between the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, the Broad Institute, Boston Children’s Hospital, the Harvard Medical School, and multiple other institutions. Projects have the potential to identify novel approaches for personalized care in oncology.  In addition, this data may provide support for new methods in clinical decision-making, biomarkers for rational drug development, and new insights into tumor biology through innovative analyses. The Post-Doctoral Computational Biologist hired for this position will join a collaborative team in this effort and will participate in the design and implementation of algorithms to analyze the data and integrate with other data sets including clinical outcomes data.

This Post-Doctoral Computational Biologist will also help with the generation of tools needed for manipulating and preparing data for display; transferring data to external collaborators and data repositories; and will also help maintain, support, and document shared tools, code, and data sets. As the field of clinical computational oncology evolves, this position is likely to present diverse and flexible opportunities - from deeper and more complex software design problems, to becoming more involved in the bioinformatic and analytic aspects of predictive modeling. As such, the Post-Doctoral Computational Biologist should have a willingness to learn new languages and tools as the field grows, as well as have an interest in cancer biology/ medicine more broadly.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will involve co-mentoring of students joining the group as described above, with opportunities for growth in developing multi-disciplinary teams that are project oriented.

PATIENT CONTACT: NA

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Post-Doctoral Researcher is requested to be in the office to facilitate integration with the collaborative team, learning, and meaningful progress on research projects.

Activity

Physical Demands

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under state or federal law, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed within the job description) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

DISCLAIMER:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$72,000.00 - $76,385.00

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute seeks a Post-Doctoral Computational Biologist in the Gillani Lab in Computational Pediatric Cancer Research (https://gillanilab.dana-farber.org/). The Post-Doctoral Computational Biologist will work on the analysis of genomic, transcriptomic, and epigenomic datasets with the goal of arriving at new insights around targetable biology and clinical biomarkers to advance the care of pediatric cancer patients.
The mission of the Gillani Lab is to advance pediatric, adolescent, and young adult cancer care using cutting-edge computational biology approaches. We strive to understand the germline genetics and tumor genomics of pediatric cancer to inform novel approaches to treatment. We value great science that matters to patients, caring about each other as people and colleagues, and fostering an environment of mutual respect and collaboration. The qualified candidate will design and lead projects grounded in data analysis in the domain of computational pediatric cancer research. They will develop and support data processing and analysis tools, create new algorithms for focused research questions in bulk and single cell tumor analysis, integrate tools and databases into existing high-throughput pipelines, and drive projects to completion and publication.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Ph.D. in genetics, computational biology, statistics, computer science, biomedical engineering, mathematics, or other related disciplines/ comparable research experience. Candidates with an M.D. who have commensurate research experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Significant research experience in computational biology and its common applications (experience in R and/or Python, as well as cloud computing)
• A strong background in statistics and biology
• Experience managing and curating large datasets
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to perform both self-directed and guided research
• Outstanding personal initiative and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to meet deadlines and efficiently multitask
• Ability to effectively collaborate across a range of individuals from various disciplines, ranging from computer science to clinical medicine
• Ability to seek out mentorship and assistance as needed, while also being a mentor to other members of the research team

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Related projects and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Whole-genome sequencing and single-cell sequencing analysis of tumor samples
• Studies of resistance to existing and emerging cancer therapies using patient-derived data
• Studies of patient samples for tumor behavior and clinical outcomes
• Development and implementation of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms for biologically and clinically motivated questions in pediatric oncology

Projects are collaborative efforts between the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, the Broad Institute, Boston Children’s Hospital, the Harvard Medical School, and multiple other institutions. Projects have the potential to identify novel approaches for personalized care in oncology.  In addition, this data may provide support for new methods in clinical decision-making, biomarkers for rational drug development, and new insights into tumor biology through innovative analyses. The Post-Doctoral Computational Biologist hired for this position will join a collaborative team in this effort and will participate in the design and implementation of algorithms to analyze the data and integrate with other data sets including clinical outcomes data.

This Post-Doctoral Computational Biologist will also help with the generation of tools needed for manipulating and preparing data for display; transferring data to external collaborators and data repositories; and will also help maintain, support, and document shared tools, code, and data sets. As the field of clinical computational oncology evolves, this position is likely to present diverse and flexible opportunities - from deeper and more complex software design problems, to becoming more involved in the bioinformatic and analytic aspects of predictive modeling. As such, the Post-Doctoral Computational Biologist should have a willingness to learn new languages and tools as the field grows, as well as have an interest in cancer biology/ medicine more broadly.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will involve co-mentoring of students joining the group as described above, with opportunities for growth in developing multi-disciplinary teams that are project oriented.

PATIENT CONTACT: NA

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Post-Doctoral Researcher is requested to be in the office to facilitate integration with the collaborative team, learning, and meaningful progress on research projects.

Activity

Physical Demands

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under state or federal law, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed within the job description) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

DISCLAIMER:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$72,000.00 - $76,385.00

Under the direction of a registered/licensed nurse (RN), the Clinical Assistant I, Inpatient (CA), is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team, provides essential clinical and supportive care functions to promote a safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care environment. The Clinical Assistant I, Inpatient supports patient comfort, safety, and daily care needs while adhering to established clinical protocols, safety standards, and institutional policies. This role is expected to align with and actively support Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s mission, vision, and core values of Impact, Excellence, Compassion & Respect, Discovery, and Inclusion in all aspects of its work.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care and daily living support
Delivers basic patient care under the direction of the registered nurse, including assistance with activities of daily living (hygiene, bathing, toileting, dressing, mobility), meal set-up and feeding as indicated, skin care, positioning and turning, ambulation and range of motion, admission and discharge support, safe patient transport, and orientation of patients and families to the care environment.
• Support patient monitoring, data collection, and specimen collection
Obtains and records patient data such as vital signs, pulse oximetry, non-invasive blood pressure, height, weight, intake and output, blood glucose results, and 12-lead ECGs; performs bladder scanning and specimen collection using two patient identifiers; promptly reports changes in patient status or abnormal findings to the RN/licensed nurse.
• Prepare, use, and maintain equipment and the care environment
Retrieves, sets up, and cleans patient care equipment (e.g., cardiac monitors, portable oxygen, pulse oximeters, suction systems, lifting equipment, scales) according to unit protocols; maintains a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment; follows equipment management and infection prevention practices, including standard precautions and hand hygiene.
• Promote a safe, healing, and respectful environment
Supports a Culture of Safety by performing hourly rounding, responding promptly and appropriately to call lights and patient/family requests, providing constant observation when assigned, using Safe Patient Handling principles, monitoring for and reporting safety concerns, and consistently demonstrating respect, kindness, and cultural sensitivity while protecting patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Document care and communicate effectively within the care team
Accurately documents assigned aspects of care and patient data in approved forms and the electronic medical record; communicates clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and all members of the interdisciplinary team; seeks RN assistance when needed to meet patient/family needs and to escalate concerns.
• Participate as an engaged member of the interdisciplinary team
Collaborates with nurses and other team members to meet patient, family, and unit needs; proactively offers assistance to others; performs delegated responsibilities within scope and adapts to changing unit demands; provides care appropriate to the age and condition of patients on assigned unit(s).
• Support learning, development, and mentoring
Participates in ongoing education by identifying learning needs, completing required annual training, and attending in-services; supports orientation and mentoring of new Clinical Assistants to help them meet performance expectations and adhere to unit and institutional standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of English language sufficient to read, speak and write accurately.
• Knowledge of simple math.
• Ability to lift and transport patients using the appropriate physical technique in a safe manner for the patient and self-according to the safe patient handling guidelines.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, visitors, and personnel.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent.CNA, PCT, MA, EMT or equivalent experience required.Previous experience not required with CNA license.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Certification as a nursing assistant required upon hire, unless incumbent is a nursing student who has completed her/his fundamentals of nursing with a clinical component (clinical rotation or simulation lab). May not currently hold a valid nursing license.Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification by the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Red Cross required upon hire.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes, direct and continuous contact with adult oncology patients and families in an inpatient environment.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$47,840.00 - $58,024.00

The Nursing Director of Adult Ambulatory Palliative Care is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and coordination of nurse[VB1.1] practitioners and nurse navigators within the adult ambulatory palliative care team. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality patient care by developing and implementing nursing policies, procedures, and best practices. The Director leads and mentors a diverse team of nursing professionals, fostering their professional growth and maintaining a supportive work environment. Collaborating extensively with interdisciplinary teams and other departments, the Director optimizes patient outcomes and enhances service delivery. This position plays a critical role in strategic planning, promotes a culture of continuous improvement, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Team Management:Effective leadership in nursing involves creating a positive work environment through direction and supervision, while implementing strategies to boost staff morale and retention. Regular performance evaluations and constructive feedback that help set clear expectations and goals, addressing staff concerns promptly to maintain team cohesion. Recruitment efforts focus on attracting top talent, promoting diversity, and ensuring adequate staffing levels to meet patient care needs, while managing workloads to prevent burnout.

Collaborative Care Coordination:Building strong relationships with healthcare professionals such as physicians and pharmacists to support integrated patient care. Leading interdisciplinary meetings and serving as a liaison between nursing staff and other departments that fosters open communication and collaboration, ensuring comprehensive care plans and positive patient outcomes.

Change Management, Innovation, Quality Improvement:Lead initiatives to implement new programs and technologies that enhances patient care and operational efficiency, with staff engagement being key to successful change processes. Utilizing data analysis to identify areas for improvement, by engaging in quality assurance programs to ensure adherence to evidence-based practices and regulatory requirements. Budget management and resource allocation are optimized to maintain quality without compromising efficiency.

Promote a Culture of Patient-Centered Care:Promoting patient-centered care involves initiatives to improve satisfaction and experience, advocating for patient rights, and fostering open communication among staff. Recognizing and rewarding excellence in nursing practice by encouraging a culture of safety and excellence, ensuring ethical considerations are prioritized in care delivery.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Leadership skills in nursing include mentoring and developing staff and leaders, team building, and conflict resolution. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential for building relationships across disciplines and conveying information effectively. Organizational skills involve aligning nursing services with strategic goals, managing priorities, and navigating dynamic environments.

Leadership and People Management Skills:
Exceptional leadership involves mentoring and developing nursing staff, fostering team building, motivation, and a positive workplace culture, while effectively resolving conflicts and facilitating difficult conversations.

Collaboration and Communication Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills enable building relationships across disciplines, with effective communication ensuring clear and compassionate information delivery to staff, patients, and families, and proficiency in facilitating meetings and discussions.

Organizational and Strategic Skills:
Aligning nursing services with organizational goals requires managing multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines efficiently in a dynamic environment.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education Required: Master's Degree

Area of Study Required: bachelor’s and master’s degree required, one of which must be in Nursing

Area of Study preferred: Advance degrees in Nursing Administration, Healthcare Management, or related field are preferred.

Experience Required: Registered nurse with 3-5 years' experience in health care, oncology experience with progressive administrative experience.

Strongly Preferred Experience: 3 years’ palliative care experience.

Licenses/Certification/Registration Required: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and or New Hampshire as applicable. 

Licenses/Certification/Registration Strongly Preferred: Leadership, Oncology, or Research Nursing certification or Palliative Care (ACHPN) certification (required within 2 years of employment).

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$178,500.00 - $206,500.00

The Regulatory Coordinators (RC) works under the direction of the Principal Investigator(s), Regulatory Operations Manager, Clinical Research Manager and / or directly for the Clinical Trials Office to complete the regulatory requirements of the Lymphoma department clinical research project. The RC coordinates aspects of protocol submissions, prepares and submits regulatory documents, and maintains records on assigned studies to ensure regulatory compliance with DFCI and DF/HCC policies as well as federal regulation and ICH/GCP guidelines. This position will work collaboratively with a variety of personnel at all levels, including faculty and study team members of DF/HCC and external institutions, cooperative groups, clinical trials experts, representatives from the pharmaceutical industry, federal agencies, and other research organizations. Works interactively with the Office for Human Research Studies (OHRS), Office of Data Quality (ODQ) and the Clinical Trials Offices at the various DF/HCC institutions.

This position's work location is fully remote with occasional time on-campus in Boston, MA. The selected candidate may only work remotely from a New England state (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI).

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Regulatory Compliance  

• Prepares and submits all protocol applications, amendments, continuing reviews, and informed consent documents for SRC and IRB review and approval.
• Prepares and submits regulatory documentation that may include; IND/IDE applications, FDA annual reports, Serious Adverse Event reports, to the appropriate regulatory agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Office of Biotechnology Activities (OBA), etc.
• Prepares, maintains and organizes Regulatory files for each assigned study in compliance with study sponsor requirement; Industry sponsor, DF/HCC sponsored etc.
• Maintains various regulatory tracking databases with information related to study recruitment, subject enrollment, and study progress and completion.
• Assists in the preparation and coordination of assigned study monitoring and auditing visits with study coordinator, Investigator, DF/HCC ODQ, Industry Sponsors, and third-party auditors.

Clinical Trial Management 

• Track and manage assigned new protocol start-up packet; initiate, facilitate, and monitor study start-up progress to ensure established benchmarks are met.
• Communicate and collaborate with clinical trial key stakeholders through the start-up process, provide regular updates and ensure all start-up activities are completed.   
• Create and maintain tracking for all subsequent submissions to the SRC / IRB; protocol & consent amendments, all required safety reporting, all required deviation, violation, exception, or other event reporting. Ensure various regulatory reporting required are met; Study Sponsor, FDA, IRB etc.
• Responsible for data entry of Subject Visit Tracking information (as applicable for role) into Clinical Trial Management System contemporaneously with medical visits, assessments, and other subject-specific information.
• Responsible for data entry of time and effort spent on study-specific activities and other administrative tasks into Clinical Trial Management System contemporaneously with work completed.Responsible for data entry of study-specific activity, including but not limited to monitor visits, external site enrollment, amendments, receipt of Safety Reports, etc. into Clinical Trial Management System contemporaneously with activity completed.

 Key Stakeholder Interfacing 

• Establishing and maintaining regular communication with study team, study sponsor, applicable regulatory agencies / offices to ensure all required information is relayed and responsible for the systematic documentation / tracking when applicable.
• Serve as facilitator for study team and sponsor with regard to study status information, critical safety issues, upcoming protocol, consent and IDB amendments and applicable protocol training; responsible for the systematic documentation / tracking when applicable.

 Leadership and Professionalism 

• Maintain working knowledge of current regulations, regulatory guidance and or local policies
• Assists Clinical research Manager with regulatory based training and implementation of new or revised regulation, guidance and or local policy.
• Present regulatory status for disease group portfolio at applicable research meetings

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to perform day to day responsibilities duties as described above with regular and ongoing training and supervision.  
• Attains and can demonstrate fundamental knowledge and is somewhat proficient in some or all of the following areas:  DFCI, DF/HCC, ICH/GCP, FDA policy / guidance / regulation; an understanding of the IRB submission & approval process; Regulatory Binder maintenance; PI Initiated / Multi-Center Trials; protocol and consent design and development and FDA IND and other regulatory required submissions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, maintain confidentiality of information, demonstrate good decision-making and judgment and have attention to detail and follow-through skills
• Demonstrated organization and time management/prioritization skills with the ability to work independently are required
• Must be proficient in the use of computers, Microsoft applications and databases
• Requires experience with medical terminology

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• The position requires a bachelor’s degree or 1 year of experience as a Dana-Farber Associate Regulatory Coordinator.
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical, scientific research, or technology-oriented business environment is preferred, along with a basic understanding of clinical trial conduct.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

 

PATIENT CONTACT: None

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$55,530.00 - $61,700.00

The Scientist II works on complex projects related to the field with minimal supervision. Has a wide latitude for independent judgement and may assist less-experienced peers. Works on problems of moderate to large scope in which analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Contributes technical proficiency and scientific creativity. Works both collaboratively and independently.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Overview: Pre-clinical group developing next generation antibody (bispecific T cell engager, TCE) and CAR T cell immunotherapies for cancer is looking for an exceptionally motivated scientist I/II to join the team. The Smith Lab group is focused CAR T cell immunotherapy for cancer and protein engineering/synthetic biology; taking projects from conception to transgene design /genetic engineering, through reduction to practice, and into in vivo studies, and ultimately to the clinic. 15 clinical trials have launched stemming from the Smith team’s pre-clinical work. The candidate will make substantial contributions to advancing our CAR T and TCE work to the clinic, including in direct in vivo administration approaches of our candidates.  

We expect a strong background in some of the laboratory methods required to perform this work such as protein engineering, viral and/or LNP engineering including targeting, and/or CAR design/engineering. We provide training to expand the scientist’s took box in terms of CAR T cell and cancer immunotherapy workflows. Additional opportunities for growth are attending lectures and journal clubs held here at DFCI and participating in academic and industry collaborations. The work is highly translational and there is a clear path to moving to the clinic candidates based on this work. The applicant will have ample opportunity to design, conduct, and work with CROs to support IND enabling studies.  

Dr. Smith is deeply committed to the success of each trainee that joins the lab. He believes that mentorship should be intentional, thought out, and personalized for each member of the group. He dedicates time to meet trainees' individual needs for scientific growth and pursuit of their career goals. 

We are looking for a self-motivated scientist used to taking initiative to drive projects rapidly forward. Tremendous communication skills and work ethic are required. The position will require enormous planning and organizational skills. An ability to work well with others as part of a cohesive team and creatively problem solve are a must. We welcome applications from those completing an academic post-doc or with industry experience.  

 
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world-renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allied in the common mission of conquering cancer. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to all patients; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow’s physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals. 

This full-time in person bench science position will include project-specific and general lab responsibilities as outlined below: 

• Conduct and coordinate with collaborators/CROs to rapidly push projects forward towards IND applications.  

• Maintain detailed electronic notebook of all experiments. 

• Exercise judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. 

• Generate data of a quality upon which decisions for the future direction of a program can be based. 

• Write reports and summaries of findings. 

• Participate in formal and information presentations. 

• Intellectual commitment to position by keeping up with appropriate literature and research publications. 

• Contribute to technical reports, the grant application process and manuscript preparation as required. 

• Development, improvement and adherence to standard operating procedures. 

• Proactive and reliable stewardship of the laboratory. 

• May coordinate activities of other staff. 

• Acts independently to determine methods and procedures. 

• Collaborate and coordinate with team members across groups and functions as part of cohesive team.  

Qualifications 

• PhD or equivalent. Masters with substantial experience in experimentation and leadership will be considered.  

• Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal)  

• Builds stable working relationships; be able to work with a wide variety of faculty and staff 

• Outstanding organization; detail oriented; multi-tasking skills 

• Must consider attention to detail a strength 

• Outstanding planning, organizational, multi-tasking skills 

• Ability to work within a team environment 

Only applicants that submit a cover letter, detailed CV will be considered.  

As part of the selection process the contact information for three references will be requested.  

Faculty Director: Eric Smith, MD PhD (https://ericsmithlab.dana-farber.org/).   

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law. 

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$85,000.00 - $104,650.00

The positions in this job family perform a variety of tasks to ensure that project goals are being met for a faculty member’s research program. Tasks and responsibilities are varied and dependent upon project aims, scope and duration.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

• Assist team in the coordination of project-related activities (ie. surveys/interviews) at internal or external (on-site & off-site) study sites
• Contact, recruit and enroll research participants
• Assist with logistical needs for intervention and/or evaluation activities, such as equipment set-up, arranging food service and conference room scheduling
• Assist with coordination and preparation of project related meetings as requested and may be responsible for meeting minutes
• Maintain databases (including data entry) and project documentation with accuracy, as needed
• Maintain the security and confidentiality of all study materials and data
• Coordinate pilot testing of study and surveys as needed
• Conduct relevant literature searches and reviews as requested
• Assist with documentation for and communication with institutional review board
• Other project-related or administrative responsibilities as requested by management

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, dependable, motivated and willingness to learn new tasks
• Computer skills, including prior use of Microsoft Office products
• Ability to relate effectively in-person and on the telephone to diverse groups of patients, community members, physicians, nurses, researchers, children and parents
• Excellent organization, communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work evenings and some weekends
• Bilingual language skills may be required – dependent upon study population target

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

The position prefers a bachelor’s degree in public health, natural sciences, or social sciences. Prior experience in public health or health policy is strongly preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PATIENT CONTACT:

Yes – dependent upon study population target.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$38,000.00 - $46,900.00

Under the direction of a registered/licensed nurse (RN), the Clinical Assistant I, Inpatient (CA), is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team, provides essential clinical and supportive care functions to promote a safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care environment. The Clinical Assistant I, Inpatient supports patient comfort, safety, and daily care needs while adhering to established clinical protocols, safety standards, and institutional policies. This role is expected to align with and actively support Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s mission, vision, and core values of Impact, Excellence, Compassion & Respect, Discovery, and Inclusion in all aspects of its work.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care and daily living support
Delivers basic patient care under the direction of the registered nurse, including assistance with activities of daily living (hygiene, bathing, toileting, dressing, mobility), meal set-up and feeding as indicated, skin care, positioning and turning, ambulation and range of motion, admission and discharge support, safe patient transport, and orientation of patients and families to the care environment.
• Support patient monitoring, data collection, and specimen collection
Obtains and records patient data such as vital signs, pulse oximetry, non-invasive blood pressure, height, weight, intake and output, blood glucose results, and 12-lead ECGs; performs bladder scanning and specimen collection using two patient identifiers; promptly reports changes in patient status or abnormal findings to the RN/licensed nurse.
• Prepare, use, and maintain equipment and the care environment
Retrieves, sets up, and cleans patient care equipment (e.g., cardiac monitors, portable oxygen, pulse oximeters, suction systems, lifting equipment, scales) according to unit protocols; maintains a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment; follows equipment management and infection prevention practices, including standard precautions and hand hygiene.
• Promote a safe, healing, and respectful environment
Supports a Culture of Safety by performing hourly rounding, responding promptly and appropriately to call lights and patient/family requests, providing constant observation when assigned, using Safe Patient Handling principles, monitoring for and reporting safety concerns, and consistently demonstrating respect, kindness, and cultural sensitivity while protecting patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Document care and communicate effectively within the care team
Accurately documents assigned aspects of care and patient data in approved forms and the electronic medical record; communicates clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and all members of the interdisciplinary team; seeks RN assistance when needed to meet patient/family needs and to escalate concerns.
• Participate as an engaged member of the interdisciplinary team
Collaborates with nurses and other team members to meet patient, family, and unit needs; proactively offers assistance to others; performs delegated responsibilities within scope and adapts to changing unit demands; provides care appropriate to the age and condition of patients on assigned unit(s).
• Support learning, development, and mentoring
Participates in ongoing education by identifying learning needs, completing required annual training, and attending in-services; supports orientation and mentoring of new Clinical Assistants to help them meet performance expectations and adhere to unit and institutional standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of English language sufficient to read, speak and write accurately.
• Knowledge of simple math.
• Ability to lift and transport patients using the appropriate physical technique in a safe manner for the patient and self-according to the safe patient handling guidelines.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, visitors, and personnel.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent.CNA, PCT, MA, EMT or equivalent experience required.Previous experience not required with CNA license.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Certification as a nursing assistant required upon hire, unless incumbent is a nursing student who has completed her/his fundamentals of nursing with a clinical component (clinical rotation or simulation lab). May not currently hold a valid nursing license.Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification by the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Red Cross required upon hire.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes, direct and continuous contact with adult oncology patients and families in an inpatient environment.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$47,840.00 - $58,024.00

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

The Registered Nurse Practice/Clinical is responsible for providing higher-level clinical support to the oncology health care team by providing superior nursing care services to patients in accordance with established R.N. job standards, policies, and procedures.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Oncology Registered Nurse who displays a drive to provide patient-centered care through clinical expertise, compassion for the human spirit and mind, advocacy and education for patients and families, and collaboration with all those who touch our patients.

This role supports patients throughout their oncology journey through clinical assessment, symptom management, patient education, triage, care coordination, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary oncology team.

What You Will Do:

• Provide comprehensive nursing assessment and clinical support for oncology patients throughout their continuum of care.
• Assess patient symptoms, treatment-related side effects, and changes in clinical condition and communicate or escalate concerns to the appropriate provider.
• Provide clinical telephone and electronic triage, utilizing oncology expertise and strong clinical judgment to determine appropriate interventions and escalation of care.
• Educate patients and family members regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, symptom management, potential treatment-related side effects, and follow-up care to promote a clear understanding of the care being provided.
• Assist with the management of cancer-related symptoms and treatment-related concerns in collaboration with the oncology provider and interdisciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Graduate of an accredited R.N. program; BSN preferred.

Licensure:
Current Connecticut R.N. license required.

Experience:
Minimum of 10 years of Registered Nurse experience in Oncology required.

Additional/Preferred Qualifications:

• Outpatient/Ambulatory Oncology experience a plus.
• Oncology Infusion experience a plus.
• Oncology telephone triage, symptom management, patient education, and care coordination experience preferred.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification preferred.

Trinity Health Of New England

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly connected to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time, talents, and skills to help transform healthcare. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to provide our colleagues with support and peace of mind, both at work and at home.

Pay Range:

$46.15 - $69.95 per hour

Pay is based on RN experience. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off, which may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiatives
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Full Time, 40 Hours Days
• Monday through Friday

Trinity Health Of New England is collaborating with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to strengthen and expand cancer care across the region. This relationship combines Dana-Farber’s nationally recognized oncology expertise with Trinity Health Of New England’s commitment to delivering exceptional, locally led care close to home.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) uses their oncology-specific clinical knowledge to offer individualized guidance to patients, families and caregivers to foster independence during their complex cancer journey. Using the nursing process, an ONN assesses patient needs and provides education and resources to facilitate appropriate and timely quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the cancer continuum. (ONS definition). The ONN creates an environment of care that is patient-centered and compassionate, inspiring and motivating.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Participates in day-to-day operations of the program including patient education and call triage
2. Participates in program evaluation and development of strategic goals consistent with DFCI’s mission and professional values.
3. Participates in the QA/QI projects for the program.
4. Supports the research activities of the program.
5. Exhibits professional commitment through individual integrity, honesty and accountability to self and others
6. Delivers expert clinical care through evidenced-based practice partnerships with patients, families and colleagues.

A. Assumes nursing care responsibilities for a defined group of patients within the program, including but not limited to assessment, education, coordination, and documentation.
1. Facilitates individualized care within the context of functional status, cultural consideration, health literacy, psychosocial, reproductive/fertility, and spiritual needs for patients, families and caregivers.
2. Supports a smooth transition of patients from active treatment into survivorship, chronic cancer management, or end-of-life care.
3. Assists patients with cancer with issues related to treatment goals, advanced directives, palliative care, and end-of-life concerns using an ethical framework that is nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory.
4. Acts as a liaison between the patients, families, and caregivers and the providers to optimize outcomes.
5. Advocates for patients to promote patient centered care that includes shared decision making and patient goals of care with optimal outcomes.
6. Provides psychosocial support to and facilitates appropriate referrals for patients, families and caregivers.
7. Contributes to ONN program and role development, implementation, and evaluation within the healthcare system and community.
8. Participates in the tracking and monitoring of metrics and outcomes, in collaboration with administration, to document and evaluate outcomes of the navigation program.
9. Functions as the primary nursing contact for care delivered within the physician practice setting.
10. Engages in collaborative decision making, utilizing available data expertise and wisdom of the collective.
11. Manages patient care across the continuum, including new patient calls, and making appropriate referrals as necessary.
12. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
13. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
14. Maintains clinical practice that is evidence-based and consistent with nursing policies, procedures and standards.
15. Provides care based on age-specific needs of the patient.
16. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.
17. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice that is evidence- based and consistent with policy, and procedures determined by DFCI as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.
18. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.
 
B.  Professional Development:
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.
2. Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
3. Serves as representative on Nursing and Institute committees, including the Program Nurse Committee.
4. Supports research activities within the Nursing and Patient Care Services and the Institute.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles, and presentations for colleagues and the public.
7. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.
8. Commitment to continuous learning and improvement through a high spirit of inquiry, innovation and mentoring.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, effective communication, organizational skills, problem solving, and ability to make appropriate independent decisions.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate Degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate Degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse. Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

EEO Poster

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) uses their oncology-specific clinical knowledge to offer individualized guidance to patients, families and caregivers to foster independence during their complex cancer journey. Using the nursing process, an ONN assesses patient needs and provides education and resources to facilitate appropriate and timely quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the cancer continuum. (ONS definition). The ONN creates an environment of care that is patient-centered and compassionate, inspiring and motivating.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Participates in day-to-day operations of the program including patient education and call triage
2. Participates in program evaluation and development of strategic goals consistent with DFCI’s mission and professional values.
3. Participates in the QA/QI projects for the program.
4. Supports the research activities of the program.
5. Exhibits professional commitment through individual integrity, honesty and accountability to self and others
6. Delivers expert clinical care through evidenced-based practice partnerships with patients, families and colleagues.

A. Assumes nursing care responsibilities for a defined group of patients within the program, including but not limited to assessment, education, coordination, and documentation.
1. Facilitates individualized care within the context of functional status, cultural consideration, health literacy, psychosocial, reproductive/fertility, and spiritual needs for patients, families and caregivers.
2. Supports a smooth transition of patients from active treatment into survivorship, chronic cancer management, or end-of-life care.
3. Assists patients with cancer with issues related to treatment goals, advanced directives, palliative care, and end-of-life concerns using an ethical framework that is nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory.
4. Acts as a liaison between the patients, families, and caregivers and the providers to optimize outcomes.
5. Advocates for patients to promote patient centered care that includes shared decision making and patient goals of care with optimal outcomes.
6. Provides psychosocial support to and facilitates appropriate referrals for patients, families and caregivers.
7. Contributes to ONN program and role development, implementation, and evaluation within the healthcare system and community.
8. Participates in the tracking and monitoring of metrics and outcomes, in collaboration with administration, to document and evaluate outcomes of the navigation program.
9. Functions as the primary nursing contact for care delivered within the physician practice setting.
10. Engages in collaborative decision making, utilizing available data expertise and wisdom of the collective.
11. Manages patient care across the continuum, including new patient calls, and making appropriate referrals as necessary.
12. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
13. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
14. Maintains clinical practice that is evidence-based and consistent with nursing policies, procedures and standards.
15. Provides care based on age-specific needs of the patient.
16. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.
17. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice that is evidence- based and consistent with policy, and procedures determined by DFCI as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.
18. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.
 
B.  Professional Development:
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.
2. Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
3. Serves as representative on Nursing and Institute committees, including the Program Nurse Committee.
4. Supports research activities within the Nursing and Patient Care Services and the Institute.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles, and presentations for colleagues and the public.
7. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.
8. Commitment to continuous learning and improvement through a high spirit of inquiry, innovation and mentoring.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, effective communication, organizational skills, problem solving, and ability to make appropriate independent decisions.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate Degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate Degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse. Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

EEO Poster

.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) uses their oncology-specific clinical knowledge to offer individualized guidance to patients, families and caregivers to foster independence during their complex cancer journey. Using the nursing process, an ONN assesses patient needs and provides education and resources to facilitate appropriate and timely quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the cancer continuum. (ONS definition). The ONN creates an environment of care that is patient-centered and compassionate, inspiring and motivating.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Participates in day-to-day operations of the program including patient education and call triage
2. Participates in program evaluation and development of strategic goals consistent with DFCI’s mission and professional values.
3. Participates in the QA/QI projects for the program.
4. Supports the research activities of the program.
5. Exhibits professional commitment through individual integrity, honesty and accountability to self and others
6. Delivers expert clinical care through evidenced-based practice partnerships with patients, families and colleagues.

A. Assumes nursing care responsibilities for a defined group of patients within the program, including but not limited to assessment, education, coordination, and documentation.
1. Facilitates individualized care within the context of functional status, cultural consideration, health literacy, psychosocial, reproductive/fertility, and spiritual needs for patients, families and caregivers.
2. Supports a smooth transition of patients from active treatment into survivorship, chronic cancer management, or end-of-life care.
3. Assists patients with cancer with issues related to treatment goals, advanced directives, palliative care, and end-of-life concerns using an ethical framework that is nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory.
4. Acts as a liaison between the patients, families, and caregivers and the providers to optimize outcomes.
5. Advocates for patients to promote patient centered care that includes shared decision making and patient goals of care with optimal outcomes.
6. Provides psychosocial support to and facilitates appropriate referrals for patients, families and caregivers.
7. Contributes to ONN program and role development, implementation, and evaluation within the healthcare system and community.
8. Participates in the tracking and monitoring of metrics and outcomes, in collaboration with administration, to document and evaluate outcomes of the navigation program.
9. Functions as the primary nursing contact for care delivered within the physician practice setting.
10. Engages in collaborative decision making, utilizing available data expertise and wisdom of the collective.
11. Manages patient care across the continuum, including new patient calls, and making appropriate referrals as necessary.
12. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
13. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
14. Maintains clinical practice that is evidence-based and consistent with nursing policies, procedures and standards.
15. Provides care based on age-specific needs of the patient.
16. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.
17. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice that is evidence- based and consistent with policy, and procedures determined by DFCI as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.
18. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.
 
B.  Professional Development:
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.
2. Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
3. Serves as representative on Nursing and Institute committees, including the Program Nurse Committee.
4. Supports research activities within the Nursing and Patient Care Services and the Institute.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles, and presentations for colleagues and the public.
7. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.
8. Commitment to continuous learning and improvement through a high spirit of inquiry, innovation and mentoring.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, effective communication, organizational skills, problem solving, and ability to make appropriate independent decisions.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate Degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate Degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse. Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

EEO Poster

.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Staff Nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The infusion nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, BWH, and other collaborating institutions and agencies. The infusion nurse identifies his/her own professional goals and learning needs. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. The Mission, Vision and Core values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
1. Implements nursing process:
a. Assesses patient and family needs.
b. Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses.
c. Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes.
d. Implements the plan of care.
e. Evaluates the patient’s response to interventions.
2. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies’ requirements.
3. Administers medications, which may include chemotherapy, and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy.  May administer blood transfusions.
4. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family, and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care.
5. Educates patient and family regarding various aspects and treatment modalities of disease, which may include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 
6. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.  Maintains BLS certification.
7. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care and makes appropriate referrals.
8. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.

B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds.
1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality.
2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served.
4. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.

C.  Manages the environment of patient care.
1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
2. Complies with Institute, Nursing and Patient Care Services, and unit policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct.
3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.

D. Contributes to the formulation and achievement of goals on the unit, within the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.
1. Assists in defining goals and developing systems and work processes for the unit, the Division of Nursing and the Institute.
2. Participates in unit, program-based, and divisional committees, councils, and initiatives.
3. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities.  Accepts additional responsibilities as needed.
4. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit and the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
5. Supports research activities within the unit, Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.

E. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts.
2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
3. Delegates as appropriate, and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care.
4. Functions in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas.

F. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth.
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.  Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
2. Attends inservices, workshops and seminars.  Shares information gained with colleagues.
3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff.
4. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles and presentations for colleagues and the public.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.

G. Procedural Nurse Responsibilities
1. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
2. Perform pre procedural assessment with patients by obtaining medical history via pre procedural phone call to provide patient specific instructions:
a. Assess safety and tolerability of procedural sedation.
b. Perform medication reconciliation.
c. Review procedural sedation history.
d. Provide pre procedural instructions, providing the patient with opportunity to ask clinical questions without requiring separate call back.
3. Create patient specific premedication regiment in collaboration with procedure APP.
4. Obtain IV access and preprocedural lab work.
5. Administered preprocedural procedural medications, titrating according to specific patient needs. Also administer chemotherapy and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May administer blood transfusions.
6. Work as co-sign to Intrathecal Chemotherapy administered by APP.
7. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient`s physical condition.
8. Maintains awareness of procedural suite activities and works with the Procedure Suite team to maximize workflow.
9. Keeps abreast of changing techniques in procedural nursing and maintains a high level of expertise in critical care.
10. Responsible for intraprocedural monitoring of patients not limited to maintain active airway, assesses effective circulation and respiration via capnography and telemetry monitoring.
11. Safely recover patients post sedation, perform discharge teaching, and evaluate safety of patient discharge.
12. Coordinate correct research specimen collection with research coordinators.
13. Maintain Joint commission readiness.
14. Provide as needed support for biopsy specimen collection when not acting in a procedural sedation role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse.  Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

EEO Poster

.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Staff Nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The infusion nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, BWH, and other collaborating institutions and agencies. The infusion nurse identifies his/her own professional goals and learning needs. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. The Mission, Vision and Core values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
1. Implements nursing process:
a. Assesses patient and family needs.
b. Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses.
c. Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes.
d. Implements the plan of care.
e. Evaluates the patient’s response to interventions.
2. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies’ requirements.
3. Administers medications, which may include chemotherapy, and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy.  May administer blood transfusions.
4. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family, and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care.
5. Educates patient and family regarding various aspects and treatment modalities of disease, which may include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 
6. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.  Maintains BLS certification.
7. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care and makes appropriate referrals.
8. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.

B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds.
1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality.
2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served.
4. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.

C.  Manages the environment of patient care.
1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
2. Complies with Institute, Nursing and Patient Care Services, and unit policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct.
3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.

D. Contributes to the formulation and achievement of goals on the unit, within the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.
1. Assists in defining goals and developing systems and work processes for the unit, the Division of Nursing and the Institute.
2. Participates in unit, program-based, and divisional committees, councils, and initiatives.
3. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities.  Accepts additional responsibilities as needed.
4. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit and the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
5. Supports research activities within the unit, Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.

E. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts.
2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
3. Delegates as appropriate, and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care.
4. Functions in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas.

F. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth.
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.  Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
2. Attends inservices, workshops and seminars.  Shares information gained with colleagues.
3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff.
4. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles and presentations for colleagues and the public.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.

G. Procedural Nurse Responsibilities
1. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
2. Perform pre procedural assessment with patients by obtaining medical history via pre procedural phone call to provide patient specific instructions:
a. Assess safety and tolerability of procedural sedation.
b. Perform medication reconciliation.
c. Review procedural sedation history.
d. Provide pre procedural instructions, providing the patient with opportunity to ask clinical questions without requiring separate call back.
3. Create patient specific premedication regiment in collaboration with procedure APP.
4. Obtain IV access and preprocedural lab work.
5. Administered preprocedural procedural medications, titrating according to specific patient needs. Also administer chemotherapy and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May administer blood transfusions.
6. Work as co-sign to Intrathecal Chemotherapy administered by APP.
7. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient`s physical condition.
8. Maintains awareness of procedural suite activities and works with the Procedure Suite team to maximize workflow.
9. Keeps abreast of changing techniques in procedural nursing and maintains a high level of expertise in critical care.
10. Responsible for intraprocedural monitoring of patients not limited to maintain active airway, assesses effective circulation and respiration via capnography and telemetry monitoring.
11. Safely recover patients post sedation, perform discharge teaching, and evaluate safety of patient discharge.
12. Coordinate correct research specimen collection with research coordinators.
13. Maintain Joint commission readiness.
14. Provide as needed support for biopsy specimen collection when not acting in a procedural sedation role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse.  Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

EEO Poster

.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Staff Nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The infusion nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, BWH, and other collaborating institutions and agencies. The infusion nurse identifies his/her own professional goals and learning needs. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. The Mission, Vision and Core values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
1. Implements nursing process:
a. Assesses patient and family needs.
b. Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses.
c. Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes.
d. Implements the plan of care.
e. Evaluates the patient’s response to interventions.
2. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies’ requirements.
3. Administers medications, which may include chemotherapy, and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy.  May administer blood transfusions.
4. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family, and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care.
5. Educates patient and family regarding various aspects and treatment modalities of disease, which may include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 
6. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.  Maintains BLS certification.
7. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care and makes appropriate referrals.
8. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.

B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds.
1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality.
2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served.
4. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.

C.  Manages the environment of patient care.
1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
2. Complies with Institute, Nursing and Patient Care Services, and unit policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct.
3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.

D. Contributes to the formulation and achievement of goals on the unit, within the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.
1. Assists in defining goals and developing systems and work processes for the unit, the Division of Nursing and the Institute.
2. Participates in unit, program-based, and divisional committees, councils, and initiatives.
3. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities.  Accepts additional responsibilities as needed.
4. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit and the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
5. Supports research activities within the unit, Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.

E. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts.
2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
3. Delegates as appropriate, and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care.
4. Functions in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas.

F. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth.
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.  Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
2. Attends inservices, workshops and seminars.  Shares information gained with colleagues.
3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff.
4. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles and presentations for colleagues and the public.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.

G. Procedural Nurse Responsibilities
1. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
2. Perform pre procedural assessment with patients by obtaining medical history via pre procedural phone call to provide patient specific instructions:
a. Assess safety and tolerability of procedural sedation.
b. Perform medication reconciliation.
c. Review procedural sedation history.
d. Provide pre procedural instructions, providing the patient with opportunity to ask clinical questions without requiring separate call back.
3. Create patient specific premedication regiment in collaboration with procedure APP.
4. Obtain IV access and preprocedural lab work.
5. Administered preprocedural procedural medications, titrating according to specific patient needs. Also administer chemotherapy and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May administer blood transfusions.
6. Work as co-sign to Intrathecal Chemotherapy administered by APP.
7. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient`s physical condition.
8. Maintains awareness of procedural suite activities and works with the Procedure Suite team to maximize workflow.
9. Keeps abreast of changing techniques in procedural nursing and maintains a high level of expertise in critical care.
10. Responsible for intraprocedural monitoring of patients not limited to maintain active airway, assesses effective circulation and respiration via capnography and telemetry monitoring.
11. Safely recover patients post sedation, perform discharge teaching, and evaluate safety of patient discharge.
12. Coordinate correct research specimen collection with research coordinators.
13. Maintain Joint commission readiness.
14. Provide as needed support for biopsy specimen collection when not acting in a procedural sedation role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse.  Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

EEO Poster

.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Staff Nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The infusion nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, BWH, and other collaborating institutions and agencies. The infusion nurse identifies his/her own professional goals and learning needs. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. The Mission, Vision and Core values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
1. Implements nursing process:
a. Assesses patient and family needs.
b. Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses.
c. Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes.
d. Implements the plan of care.
e. Evaluates the patient’s response to interventions.
2. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies’ requirements.
3. Administers medications, which may include chemotherapy, and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy.  May administer blood transfusions.
4. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family, and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care.
5. Educates patient and family regarding various aspects and treatment modalities of disease, which may include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 
6. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.  Maintains BLS certification.
7. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care and makes appropriate referrals.
8. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.

B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds.
1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality.
2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served.
4. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.

C.  Manages the environment of patient care.
1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
2. Complies with Institute, Nursing and Patient Care Services, and unit policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct.
3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.

D. Contributes to the formulation and achievement of goals on the unit, within the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.
1. Assists in defining goals and developing systems and work processes for the unit, the Division of Nursing and the Institute.
2. Participates in unit, program-based, and divisional committees, councils, and initiatives.
3. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities.  Accepts additional responsibilities as needed.
4. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit and the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
5. Supports research activities within the unit, Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.

E. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts.
2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
3. Delegates as appropriate, and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care.
4. Functions in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas.

F. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth.
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.  Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
2. Attends inservices, workshops and seminars.  Shares information gained with colleagues.
3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff.
4. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles and presentations for colleagues and the public.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.

G. Procedural Nurse Responsibilities
1. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
2. Perform pre procedural assessment with patients by obtaining medical history via pre procedural phone call to provide patient specific instructions:
a. Assess safety and tolerability of procedural sedation.
b. Perform medication reconciliation.
c. Review procedural sedation history.
d. Provide pre procedural instructions, providing the patient with opportunity to ask clinical questions without requiring separate call back.
3. Create patient specific premedication regiment in collaboration with procedure APP.
4. Obtain IV access and preprocedural lab work.
5. Administered preprocedural procedural medications, titrating according to specific patient needs. Also administer chemotherapy and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May administer blood transfusions.
6. Work as co-sign to Intrathecal Chemotherapy administered by APP.
7. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient`s physical condition.
8. Maintains awareness of procedural suite activities and works with the Procedure Suite team to maximize workflow.
9. Keeps abreast of changing techniques in procedural nursing and maintains a high level of expertise in critical care.
10. Responsible for intraprocedural monitoring of patients not limited to maintain active airway, assesses effective circulation and respiration via capnography and telemetry monitoring.
11. Safely recover patients post sedation, perform discharge teaching, and evaluate safety of patient discharge.
12. Coordinate correct research specimen collection with research coordinators.
13. Maintain Joint commission readiness.
14. Provide as needed support for biopsy specimen collection when not acting in a procedural sedation role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse.  Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

EEO Poster

.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Staff Nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The infusion nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, BWH, and other collaborating institutions and agencies. The infusion nurse identifies his/her own professional goals and learning needs. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. The Mission, Vision and Core values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
1. Implements nursing process:
a. Assesses patient and family needs.
b. Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses.
c. Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes.
d. Implements the plan of care.
e. Evaluates the patient’s response to interventions.
2. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies’ requirements.
3. Administers medications, which may include chemotherapy, and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy.  May administer blood transfusions.
4. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family, and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care.
5. Educates patient and family regarding various aspects and treatment modalities of disease, which may include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 
6. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.  Maintains BLS certification.
7. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care and makes appropriate referrals.
8. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.

B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds.
1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality.
2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served.
4. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.

C.  Manages the environment of patient care.
1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
2. Complies with Institute, Nursing and Patient Care Services, and unit policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct.
3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.

D. Contributes to the formulation and achievement of goals on the unit, within the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.
1. Assists in defining goals and developing systems and work processes for the unit, the Division of Nursing and the Institute.
2. Participates in unit, program-based, and divisional committees, councils, and initiatives.
3. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities.  Accepts additional responsibilities as needed.
4. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit and the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
5. Supports research activities within the unit, Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.

E. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts.
2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
3. Delegates as appropriate, and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care.
4. Functions in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas.

F. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth.
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.  Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
2. Attends inservices, workshops and seminars.  Shares information gained with colleagues.
3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff.
4. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles and presentations for colleagues and the public.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.

G. Procedural Nurse Responsibilities
1. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
2. Perform pre procedural assessment with patients by obtaining medical history via pre procedural phone call to provide patient specific instructions:
a. Assess safety and tolerability of procedural sedation.
b. Perform medication reconciliation.
c. Review procedural sedation history.
d. Provide pre procedural instructions, providing the patient with opportunity to ask clinical questions without requiring separate call back.
3. Create patient specific premedication regiment in collaboration with procedure APP.
4. Obtain IV access and preprocedural lab work.
5. Administered preprocedural procedural medications, titrating according to specific patient needs. Also administer chemotherapy and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May administer blood transfusions.
6. Work as co-sign to Intrathecal Chemotherapy administered by APP.
7. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient`s physical condition.
8. Maintains awareness of procedural suite activities and works with the Procedure Suite team to maximize workflow.
9. Keeps abreast of changing techniques in procedural nursing and maintains a high level of expertise in critical care.
10. Responsible for intraprocedural monitoring of patients not limited to maintain active airway, assesses effective circulation and respiration via capnography and telemetry monitoring.
11. Safely recover patients post sedation, perform discharge teaching, and evaluate safety of patient discharge.
12. Coordinate correct research specimen collection with research coordinators.
13. Maintain Joint commission readiness.
14. Provide as needed support for biopsy specimen collection when not acting in a procedural sedation role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse.  Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

EEO Poster

.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Staff Nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The infusion nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, BWH, and other collaborating institutions and agencies. The infusion nurse identifies his/her own professional goals and learning needs. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. The Mission, Vision and Core values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
1. Implements nursing process:
a. Assesses patient and family needs.
b. Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses.
c. Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes.
d. Implements the plan of care.
e. Evaluates the patient’s response to interventions.
2. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies’ requirements.
3. Administers medications, which may include chemotherapy, and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy.  May administer blood transfusions.
4. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family, and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care.
5. Educates patient and family regarding various aspects and treatment modalities of disease, which may include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 
6. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.  Maintains BLS certification.
7. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care and makes appropriate referrals.
8. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.

B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds.
1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality.
2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served.
4. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.

C.  Manages the environment of patient care.
1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
2. Complies with Institute, Nursing and Patient Care Services, and unit policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct.
3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.

D. Contributes to the formulation and achievement of goals on the unit, within the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.
1. Assists in defining goals and developing systems and work processes for the unit, the Division of Nursing and the Institute.
2. Participates in unit, program-based, and divisional committees, councils, and initiatives.
3. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities.  Accepts additional responsibilities as needed.
4. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit and the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
5. Supports research activities within the unit, Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.

E. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts.
2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
3. Delegates as appropriate, and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care.
4. Functions in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas.

F. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth.
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.  Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
2. Attends inservices, workshops and seminars.  Shares information gained with colleagues.
3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff.
4. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles and presentations for colleagues and the public.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.

G. Procedural Nurse Responsibilities
1. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
2. Perform pre procedural assessment with patients by obtaining medical history via pre procedural phone call to provide patient specific instructions:
a. Assess safety and tolerability of procedural sedation.
b. Perform medication reconciliation.
c. Review procedural sedation history.
d. Provide pre procedural instructions, providing the patient with opportunity to ask clinical questions without requiring separate call back.
3. Create patient specific premedication regiment in collaboration with procedure APP.
4. Obtain IV access and preprocedural lab work.
5. Administered preprocedural procedural medications, titrating according to specific patient needs. Also administer chemotherapy and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May administer blood transfusions.
6. Work as co-sign to Intrathecal Chemotherapy administered by APP.
7. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient`s physical condition.
8. Maintains awareness of procedural suite activities and works with the Procedure Suite team to maximize workflow.
9. Keeps abreast of changing techniques in procedural nursing and maintains a high level of expertise in critical care.
10. Responsible for intraprocedural monitoring of patients not limited to maintain active airway, assesses effective circulation and respiration via capnography and telemetry monitoring.
11. Safely recover patients post sedation, perform discharge teaching, and evaluate safety of patient discharge.
12. Coordinate correct research specimen collection with research coordinators.
13. Maintain Joint commission readiness.
14. Provide as needed support for biopsy specimen collection when not acting in a procedural sedation role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse.  Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

EEO Poster

.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Venous Access Nurse's responsibilities include vein assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The Venous Access Nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, BWH, and other collaborating institutions and agencies. The Venous Access Nurse identifies his/her own professional goals and learning needs. The role requires IV clinical expertise, ability to assess veins and make recommendations to providers for other access devices based on the vein assessment, critical thinking, collaborative practice as a Venous Access Nurse within a cancer center, line care maintenance and troubleshooting, knowledge of vein preservation principles and techniques, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. The Mission, Vision and Core values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
1. Implements nursing process:
• Assess veins and access needs and makes recommendations to providers accordingly.
• Assesses patient and family needs.
• Evaluates home line care routine and supports patient to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses.
• Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes.
• Implements the plan of care.
• Evaluates the patient's response to interventions.
2. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies' requirements.
3. Administers medications relevant for care of the venous access patient and/or specific to Imaging protocols and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May provide specialized care of protocol drug patients in various settings.
4. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family, and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care.
5. Educates patient and family regarding various aspects and treatment modalities of disease, including vein choice, vein preservation techniques, and line care if applicable.
6. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately. Maintains BLS certification and or ACLS certification.
7. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care, and makes appropriate referrals.
8. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.

B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds.
1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality.
2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served.
4. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.

C. Manages the environment of patient care.
1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
2. Complies with Institute, Nursing and Patient Care Services, and unit policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct.
3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.

D. Contributes to the formulation and achievement of goals on the unit, within the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.
1. Assists in defining goals and developing systems and work processes for the unit, the Division of Nursing and the Institute.
2. Participates in unit, program-based, and divisional committees, councils, and initiatives.
3. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities. Accepts additional responsibilities as needed.
4. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit and the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
5. Supports research activities within the unit, Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.

E. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts.
2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
3. Delegates as appropriate and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care.
4. Functions in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas.

F. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth.
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.  Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
2. Attends in-services, workshops and seminars.  Shares information gained with colleagues.
3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff.
4. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles and presentations for colleagues and the public. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years. 
Experience: 1 year (or equivalent) of nursing experience in area where venous access is a primary responsibility.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.  Certification in Venous Access Nursing preferred – VA-BC or CRNI.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Venous Access Nurse's responsibilities include vein assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The Venous Access Nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, BWH, and other collaborating institutions and agencies. The Venous Access Nurse identifies his/her own professional goals and learning needs. The role requires IV clinical expertise, ability to assess veins and make recommendations to providers for other access devices based on the vein assessment, critical thinking, collaborative practice as a Venous Access Nurse within a cancer center, line care maintenance and troubleshooting, knowledge of vein preservation principles and techniques, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. The Mission, Vision and Core values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
1. Implements nursing process:
• Assess veins and access needs and makes recommendations to providers accordingly.
• Assesses patient and family needs.
• Evaluates home line care routine and supports patient to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses.
• Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes.
• Implements the plan of care.
• Evaluates the patient's response to interventions.
2. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies' requirements.
3. Administers medications relevant for care of the venous access patient and/or specific to Imaging protocols and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May provide specialized care of protocol drug patients in various settings.
4. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family, and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care.
5. Educates patient and family regarding various aspects and treatment modalities of disease, including vein choice, vein preservation techniques, and line care if applicable.
6. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately. Maintains BLS certification and or ACLS certification.
7. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care, and makes appropriate referrals.
8. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.

B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds.
1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality.
2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served.
4. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.

C. Manages the environment of patient care.
1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
2. Complies with Institute, Nursing and Patient Care Services, and unit policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct.
3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.

D. Contributes to the formulation and achievement of goals on the unit, within the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.
1. Assists in defining goals and developing systems and work processes for the unit, the Division of Nursing and the Institute.
2. Participates in unit, program-based, and divisional committees, councils, and initiatives.
3. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities. Accepts additional responsibilities as needed.
4. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit and the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
5. Supports research activities within the unit, Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.

E. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts.
2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
3. Delegates as appropriate and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care.
4. Functions in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas.

F. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth.
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.  Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
2. Attends in-services, workshops and seminars.  Shares information gained with colleagues.
3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff.
4. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles and presentations for colleagues and the public. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years. 
Experience: 1 year (or equivalent) of nursing experience in area where venous access is a primary responsibility.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.  Certification in Venous Access Nursing preferred – VA-BC or CRNI.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Staff Nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The infusion nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, BWH, and other collaborating institutions and agencies. The infusion nurse identifies his/her own professional goals and learning needs. The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles and practices of clinical research. The Mission, Vision and Core values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
1. Implements nursing process:
a. Assesses patient and family needs.
b. Analyzes assessment data to develop and support clinically accurate diagnoses.
c. Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes.
d. Implements the plan of care.
e. Evaluates the patient’s response to interventions.
2. Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies’ requirements.
3. Administers medications, which may include chemotherapy, and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy.  May administer blood transfusions.
4. Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family, and incorporates identified needs into the plan of care.
5. Educates patient and family regarding various aspects and treatment modalities of disease, which may include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 
6. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.  Maintains BLS certification.
7. Identifies appropriate community resources to promote continuity of care and makes appropriate referrals.
8. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice, as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.

B. Establishes rapport with patients and families from a variety of cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds.
1. Interacts with patients and families in a caring and compassionate manner respecting the need for privacy and confidentiality.
2. Develops approaches to problem solving which meet the individual needs of the patients and families.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care and support to the populations served.
4. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.

C.  Manages the environment of patient care.
1. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
2. Complies with Institute, Nursing and Patient Care Services, and unit policies, procedures, work rules and standards of conduct.
3. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.

D. Contributes to the formulation and achievement of goals on the unit, within the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.
1. Assists in defining goals and developing systems and work processes for the unit, the Division of Nursing and the Institute.
2. Participates in unit, program-based, and divisional committees, councils, and initiatives.
3. Demonstrates flexibility in setting and changing priorities.  Accepts additional responsibilities as needed.
4. Participates in QA/QI projects for the unit and the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
5. Supports research activities within the unit, Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Institute.

E. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
1. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with peers and co-workers. Effectively addresses and manages conflicts.
2. Demonstrates effectiveness as a contributing member to the multidisciplinary health care team.
3. Delegates as appropriate, and supervises assistive personnel in their provision of patient care.
4. Functions in the charge nurse role when necessary, collaborating with staff and coordinating flow of patients into the infusion areas.

F. Seeks opportunities to foster professional growth.
1. Identifies areas for professional growth.  Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
2. Attends inservices, workshops and seminars.  Shares information gained with colleagues.
3. Facilitates professional growth of self and others by acting as a preceptor and mentor for new staff.
4. Collaborates in preparing professional reports, articles and presentations for colleagues and the public.
5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
6. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.

G. Procedural Nurse Responsibilities
1. Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
2. Perform pre procedural assessment with patients by obtaining medical history via pre procedural phone call to provide patient specific instructions:
a. Assess safety and tolerability of procedural sedation.
b. Perform medication reconciliation.
c. Review procedural sedation history.
d. Provide pre procedural instructions, providing the patient with opportunity to ask clinical questions without requiring separate call back.
3. Create patient specific premedication regiment in collaboration with procedure APP.
4. Obtain IV access and preprocedural lab work.
5. Administered preprocedural procedural medications, titrating according to specific patient needs. Also administer chemotherapy and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy. May administer blood transfusions.
6. Work as co-sign to Intrathecal Chemotherapy administered by APP.
7. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient`s physical condition.
8. Maintains awareness of procedural suite activities and works with the Procedure Suite team to maximize workflow.
9. Keeps abreast of changing techniques in procedural nursing and maintains a high level of expertise in critical care.
10. Responsible for intraprocedural monitoring of patients not limited to maintain active airway, assesses effective circulation and respiration via capnography and telemetry monitoring.
11. Safely recover patients post sedation, perform discharge teaching, and evaluate safety of patient discharge.
12. Coordinate correct research specimen collection with research coordinators.
13. Maintain Joint commission readiness.
14. Provide as needed support for biopsy specimen collection when not acting in a procedural sedation role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree, Nursing.  Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.  If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years.  Experience: Completion of the Oncology Nurse Residency Program (ONRP) or 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse.  Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Required:

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required.  AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement).  Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Yes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$44.14 - $109.51

The Executive Assistant provides administrative support for the Senior Vice President (SVP)/Chief Philanthropy Officer and the Deputy Chief Philanthropy Officer (DCPO) of the Division of Philanthropy. Reporting to the Director of the Office of the Senior Vice President, the EA handles details of a highly confidential and critical nature and must function efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced professional environment. This dynamic position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems with high professionalism and confidentiality. Key responsibilities include sophisticated calendar management including prioritization of inquiries and requests, support for Division-wide events and meetings, meeting preparation, monitoring, drafting and sending communications and correspondence, preparing presentations, creating and distributing trainings and resources, managing expenses, as well as supporting projects and initiatives.

This position’s work location is hybrid with two or three days per week remote. The selected candidate may only work remote days from a New England state (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI).

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Under minimal supervision will perform the following:

• Provide knowledgeable and skilled general administrative support primarily to Vice President(s) and above or a comparable level executive.  Responsibilities to include:
  • Advanced communications support,
  • Proactively triaging issues as they arise and determining appropriate action in response to inquiries,
  • Act as designee of leader in specified areas as directed.
• Complex calendar management of senior executives and anticipating conflicts before they arise.
• Assist executive(s) in preparing presentations as needed; ensure room reservations and A/V equipment is set-up appropriately for VP or SVP hosted meeting.
• Collaborate with leadership, HR, and hiring managers to manage and execute a smooth process for requirement and onboarding new hires.
• Work with leaders to track departmental workforce, i.e., employees, contractors, consultants, and keep organizational charts updated and compiled.
• May be responsible for managing in person events, ensuring there are appropriate speakers, hosts, and catering arranged.
• Coordinate department events, retreats, leadership meetings and other group meetings with internal and external entities.
• Prepare documents and correspondence that may be highly confidential or politically sensitive in nature.
• Book complex domestic and/or international travel itineraries.
• Attend administrative leadership team meetings as requested, ensuring these meetings have identified facilitators, agendas, and that action items are recorded and followed up on.
• May process invoices to ensure vendors are paid in a timely fashion, assign proper budget codes and coordinate reimbursements.
• Oversee department purchasing cards, online reconciliation, statement and receipts submission to Accounts Payable in a timely manner.
• Process various requisitions, purchase orders, personnel and other forms needed for the department’s administration.
• May provide oversight of operational/administrative functions to department managers, including maintaining SOPs and educating staff as needed.
• Maintain a high-level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality regarding a variety of highly sensitive topics.
• Help to improve workflow, operating efficiency, and service quality within the department.
• May provide mentorship, supervision, or management to junior administrative staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Stellar communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Advanced knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Zoom, Adobe.
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with peers, leadership, and external contacts.
• Resourceful with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to engage with appropriate urgency in situations that require quick response or turnaround.
• Ability to independently prioritize high volume of tasks and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated competency with budgeting and office systems and standard computer programs; ability to teach others as needed.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people and diverse cultures.
• Ability to handle Interactions that require confidentiality and diplomacy.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• High school diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 7 years of administrative experience of which 2 years must in an Executive Assistant role required.

License/Certification/Registration Required: None

Supervisory Responsibilities: No direct supervisory responsibilities. May provide mentorship, supervision, or management to junior administrative staff.

Patient Contact: Yes, may have patient contact.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$86,720.00 - $101,090.00

The Protocol Scheduler is responsible for all aspects of patient scheduling for patients on clinical trials, in accordance with department and protocol specific scheduling guidelines. Provides superior customer service to all patients, family members, physicians and staff at all times in accordance with the DFCI Customer Service Standards. Assigned to work with a clinical practitioner group consisting of physicians, physician’s assistants, program nurses and nurse practitioners and other care providers, the individuals in this position will play a critical role in facilitating all aspects of patient care and maintaining compliance with protocol requirements.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

• Work as an integral part of the clinical research team to ensure accurate and effective scheduling of all assessments needed for patients on clinical trial.
• Coordinates all related clinical trial treatments, tests and procedures, required by each clinical trial while adhering to protocols specific and Dana-Farber scheduling guidelines.
• As all patients in this job family shall be considered high risk or falling under highly regulated services, this job family is responsible for carrying out specialized tasks to support regulatory requirements and patient safety, requiring an understanding of the sequential processes involved in clinical trials and patient treatment plans that fall under specified regulatory controls.
• Carries out or supports patient education in person and/or by telephone, involving effective communication of complex appointment schedules.
• Participates in continuous training and maintains current knowledge of the clinical process, regulatory standards, and requirements that impact the assigned patient population to achieve patient safety, flow and resource utilization goals of the organization and sponsoring agencies.
• Ensures appropriate order placement per disease specific and Dana-Farber Guidelines of required study assessments, including but not limited to: Labs, Radiology, Echocardiograms, Electrocardiograms, Pulmonary Function Tests, Pharmacokinetics
• Responsible for ensuring scheduling templates are updated to reflect any changes affecting patient scheduling.
• May lead or participate in the development of new scheduling systems or processes.
• Act as primary point of contact to the clinical research team, patients, and caregivers regarding all scheduling manners.
• Input and maintain patient data relevant to proper appointment scheduling
• May be responsible for scheduling numerous complex research protocols, involving extensive interaction with those associated with in-house studies, grant-funded studies and industry-sponsored clinical trials.
• Carries out specific processes in the patient scheduling systems so that correct special billing and revenue processes function properly.
• Requires clinical, operational and regulatory knowledge of the standard of care or clinical trial protocol for the patient population coordinated.  
• Identify, analyze, and solve problems outside of standard processes.
• Monitor status of referral request and follow-up as necessary to ensure patient receives service on timely basis.
• Arranges telehealth visits per protocol, hospital and state guidelines for patients eligible for telehealth visits. Ensuring appropriate communication between provider, admin, and patient.
• Recognizes emergencies and appropriately responses using standard operating procedures and critical thinking skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

• Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills and ability to organize time and priorities effectively, asking for direction when appropriate. Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures. 
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and considerately with diverse groups of patients, staff and providers while handling various tasks simultaneously.
• Communications skills: Exceptional skills for a varied workforce that includes MD’s RN’s, NP, PA, Fellows, and administrative staff.  Requires a high level of empathy, compassion, and confidentiality.
• Quality Assurance: Skills to work efficiently and effectively and strive to do so in all aspects of position.
• Critical Thinking/Decision Making: Ability to take initiative and exercise judgment required.   Demonstrated ability to solve problems and function as a resource to other members of the team. Ability to resolve complex issues on behalf of the providers and the patients.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Customer service, administrative or healthcare experience preferred. Basic knowledge of medical terminology a plus

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PATIENT CONTACT: Indirect (phone)

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$45,500.00 - $54,400.00

The Technical Project Manager III supports Regional Campus IT initiatives by leading and executing complex projects that significantly impact organizational and partner-site priorities. This role works with internal teams and external partner organizations and collaborates with clinical, operational, business, and technical stakeholders to support secure, effective, and high-quality technology solutions. Managing multiple high-priority initiatives, the manager coordinates cross-functional teams, drives strategic project outcomes, and partners with technical and application teams to assess risks, inform technology decisions, and support comprehensive project execution. They are actively involved in system architecture discussions, IT policy development, code reviews and technical feasibility assessments, ensuring comprehensive project execution.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

• Scope and Complexity: Lead complex projects with budgets up to $500K, managing high-priority tasks and cross-functional teams for significant organizational impact.
• Strategic Decision Making and Planning: Exercise authority in planning, execution, and resource management, collaborating with leadership to translate strategic initiatives into detailed project plans focused on achieving strategic outcomes.
• Analysis: Translate business processes into technical solutions, leading analysts in requirement gathering and traceability.
• Stakeholder Interaction and Communication: Engage with senior leadership and external partners to align objectives with organizational goals.
• Project Leadership: Direct project teams, fostering excellence and continuous improvement.
• Quality and Risk Management: Implement quality assurance best practices and strategies for process optimization while expertly identifying, analyzing, and managing risks to ensure project success.
• Vendor Management: Lead vendor selection and implementation for medium to large projects.
• Mentorship and Development: Mentor project teams, promoting professional growth and a culture of excellence.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

EEO Poster

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$113,830.00 - $124,885.00