Community Health Network·Indianapolis, Indiana
The Research Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, and executing clinical research protocols in collaboration with the Principal Investigator. The role involves managing patient care across the healthcare continuum to ensure safe and cost-effective outcomes.
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Join Community Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you. Community Health Network has an excellent opportunity available within our Research Oncology nursing team. This position will be shared between the North and East Cancer Centers. If you are looking for challenging work and meaningful advancement, then you should consider a career with Community. Community Health Network MD Anderson Cancer Center is a partnership between Community Health Network and MD Anderson Cancer Center, one of the world’s largest and most respected cancer centers. The partnership formed in 2022 elevated a prior affiliation between Community and MD Anderson Cancer Network®, a program of MD Anderson. This new partnership represents a full clinical and operational integration of Community’s cancer services with MD Anderson across all five of Community’s sites of cancer care. Community MD Anderson is one of a select few partners with MD Anderson, a global leader in cancer care, and the only partner in Indiana. Make a Difference The Research Registered Nurse demonstrates performance consistent with professional standards of practice, care, performance, the Nurse Practice Act and the mission and goals of the organization. Manages patient care in the health care continuum to achieve optimum outcomes in a safe and cost-effective manner. Demonstrates skills in collaboration, delegation, negotiation and management of resources. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and executing clinical research protocols in conjunction with the Principal Investigator and clinical research team. Exceptional Skills and Qualifications -2 year / Associate's Degree Graduate of National League for Nursing (NLN) Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited school of nursing or two years of related professional nursing experience. (Required)
Required Certifications/Licensures:(Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license to practice in the state of Indiana as listed in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) -2 years of recent Oncology experience is strongly preferred; some research experience is preferred.
Must obtain Certified Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (CCRC) within 3-years of hire.
Requires an Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited school and a valid Indiana RN license. Two years of oncology experience is strongly preferred, and CCRC certification must be obtained within three years of hire.
Market context
Indiana nursing roles often stay in demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can show dependable patient care skills and flexibility. Competition can be stronger for roles that prefer phlebotomy training or science experience, so highlighting competency assessment results and any hands-on clinical exposure can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting before applying.
