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Advanced Practice Nurse (Office of Human Research)

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Nov 11, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Advanced Practice Nurse (Office of Human Research)
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Nursing
Department	CINJ-OHRS
Overview	RUTGERS CANCER INSTITUTE VISION, MISSION, AND CORE VALUES: VISION: Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. MISSION: Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. CORE VALUES: Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse within the Office of Human Research Services at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. The Advanced Practice Nurse will serve as an expert clinical practitioner and member of the research team for the Office of Human Research Services ( OHRS). This position will provide research support, clinical trial management and clinical care, consultation, education and patient care management and expertise. Advanced nursing practice is the utilization of professional nursing knowledge. Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) function as advanced practice professionals in expanded roles. This requires collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to provide for assessment and therapeutic management of patient/family needs. Care is provided to oncology patients in the ambulatory and hospital settings (pending privileging process). The Advanced Practice Nurse will work within a multidisciplinary unit that is designed to meet the needs of specialized cancer populations, i.e., disease- specific settings. The major responsibilities include expanded patient assessment, triage, coordination and documentation of care to a specified group of adult patients older than 18 years of age. This includes care of adults at various developmental stages including geriatrics. Among the key duties for this position are the following: Manages, coordinates and assumes responsibility for activities of assigned aspects of specific research protocols to ensure safe and competent care and effective protocol management. Performs comprehensive initial and episodic health histories and physical exams; in order to identify existing or potential health problems. Brings abnormalities to the attention of the Principal Investigator. Initiates and implements an individualized nursing and medical plan of care in collaboration with members of interdisciplinary team. Initiates appropriate diagnostic, therapeutic, medical and nursing actions in conjunction with physician and as outlined in the research protocol. Monitors study participants to ensure that the research protocol is being followed. Administers investigational agents if need per protocol. Provides follow-up care including acute and routine examinations. Assesses progress, identifies problems, initiates preventive measures, recognizes emergent problems, initiates proper care in collaboration with physician. Monitors and adjusts patients' medication according to research protocol or medical plan of care including adequate pain control. Implements nutritional therapies, as appropriate. Assists with the implementation of research protocols and develops study specific templates/documentation. Demonstrates in-depth oncology-specific, as well as general medical-surgical knowledge base. Provides rational explanation for clinical decisions made or actions taken based on one or more of the following: Standard Operating Procedures established by the Cancer Institute of New Jersey; scientific principle; logic; intuition; relevant, effective experience. Serves as a "role model" in advanced practice oncology nursing. Participates in professional organizations. Attends relevant continuing education programs with population specific focus. Records activities in employee development record.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	09S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	145,178.00
Mid Range Salary	167,479.00
Maximum Salary	191,311.00
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours	40.00
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description	HPAE 5089
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a minimum of a Masters' Degree required. Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse by the Board of Nursing with prescriptive authority in the State of New Jersey. Certified as a Nurse Practitioner with an Oncology Specialization required, if an Oncology Specialization is not present, the Oncology Specialization must be obtained within 1 year of employment. At least two (2) years of nursing experience in the Oncology specialty area in a hospital or clinic setting, preferably in an Advanced Practice role.
Certifications/Licenses	Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse by the Board of Nursing with prescriptive authority in the State of New Jersey. American Heart Association: Basic Cardiac Life Support.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Possesses own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.
Preferred Qualifications	Clinical research experience preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST2344
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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