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REGISTERED NURSE: Ambulatory Care Services (Ravitz Cancer Center Research Unit (

University Of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113

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REGISTERED NURSE: Ambulatory Care Services (Ravitz Cancer Center Research Unit) The University of Michigan Health System improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine? Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U‑M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world‑class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to? Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!

The benefit package includes:

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage

2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting

Generous Paid Time Off Allowances

Robust Tuition and Certification support programs

Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement

Responsibilities The Ravitz Cancer Center Research Unit (CCRU) is seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Registered nurse to join our dynamic team. This role involves the critical analysis and support of research protocols and ensuring seamless integration into our infusion center operations. The ideal candidate will be committed to advancing cancer research through meticulous protocol review, documentation preparation, education of staff, and direct patient care. This is a multi‑faceted position that requires a deep understanding of infusion workflows, SOPs, general nursing practice, guidelines, and policies.

Review and analyze research protocols for compliance with regulatory standards and identify special requirements for the infusion center.

Prepare concise summary workflow documents outlining infusion center protocol requirements.

Examine draft research prescriptions to ensure they align with study protocols.

Develop and maintain visit‑specific workflow documents for the Ravitz CCRU as per protocol stipulations.

Educate infusion research staff regarding the special or unique requirements of study protocols.

Create and adjust research infusion durations to optimize patient care and adherence to protocols.

Monitor queries from the Clinical Trial Support Unit concerning protocol deviations and address them accordingly.

Provide comprehensive support to the Ravitz infusion team, which includes direct patient care responsibilities.

Respond to inquiries from the research pharmacy, assisting with protocol‑related questions.

Offer insights into infusion workflows, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and general nursing practices and policies to enhance research operations.

Administer investigational agents including but not limited to injections, IV hydration, blood products, chemotherapy, biotherapy and immunotherapy.

Apply knowledge of clinical research processes, protocol design, and regulatory requirements.

Communicate effectively for education and coordination with a multidisciplinary team.

Work independently, manage complex projects with attention to detail, and handle sensitive information confidentially.

Use electronic medical record (EMR) systems proficiently.

Demonstrate critical thinking skills and problem‑solving abilities in a clinical setting.

Commit to providing the highest level of care and support to patients participating in clinical trials.

Demonstrate ability to start IVs, access ports and maintain vascular access.

Nursing Specific Info Salary & Nursing Framework Level: Level C. Actual Nursing Framework Level and salary will be determined at time of hire. Nursing Framework levels range from Level A to Level F.

Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5‑day posting period.

Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service.

Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936‑5183.

Required Qualifications

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse to practice in the State of Michigan.

Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in Oncology, Research and in an Infusion Center environment.

Two (2) or more years of recent (in the last 3 years) RN experience administering chemotherapy, biotherapy and immunotherapy.

Two (2) or more years of recent (in the last 3 years) hematology/oncology RN experience.

Resume required for both internal & external applicants.

Desired Qualifications

BSN preferred.

Recent Ambulatory Care Experience.

Demonstrated ability to start IVs.

Certifications: Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Certified Registered Infusion Nurse (CRNI).

Experience with electronic medical records, specifically EPIC.

Computer/typing skills such as Microsoft Word and Excel, SharePoint.

Work Schedule

Hours: 40 hours/week.

Shift: Days; variable days of the week. May include weekends and some holidays. Variable shift lengths. Flexibility required.

Location: University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center‑Ravitz Cancer Center Research Unit (CCRU). Standard hours of operation Monday‑Friday, 8:30 a‑m – 7:00 p‑m, with extended hours for continued patient care.

All new employees will be expected to float to a designated unit(s) in times of low census.

Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.

Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U‑M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U‑M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening & Drug Testing Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre‑employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third‑party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre‑employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U‑M campuses.

U‑M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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