Oncology Nurse Educator - Tennessee Valley

PURPOSE

The Oncology Nurse educator (ONE) exhibits deep knowledge of oncology disease states and Bayer products. Serves as a liaison, educator, and promotional conduit to healthcare professionals to deliver value to key accounts and shared organizational objectives. The span of coverage will include St. Louis, MO, Louisville, KY, Nashville, Knoxville and Memphis, TN. For geographic balance, the preferred location of the candidate is in the St. Louis, MO or Louisville, KY area, but we are open for strong candidates across the Tennessee Valley. Travel up to 75% within the territory. The candidate must be domiciled within the territory.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Exhibit proficiency in and fluency articulating product safety and efficacy data, cancer disease states for which Bayer product(s) are indicated, and topics relevant to Oncology nursing care
• Build relationships in key accounts and gain insight into nursing stakeholder priorities to develop clinical education plans that meet customer needs and drive positive business outcomes
• Collaborate with Area General Managers (AGMs), Regional Account Directors (RADs), Oncology Regional Marketers (ORMs), Radiotherapeutic Specialists (RTSs), and field-based sales team member to align on key account strategies, priorities, and ONE education initiatives
• Educate healthcare professionals on therapeutic area product(s) and the oncology disease states for which they are indicated, including appropriate patient identification, proper dosing, and safe and effective use
• Collaborate with cross functional partners on pre-planning, execution, and pull through of account-based initiatives and maintain accountability for nursing tactics and delivery timelines
• Imbed into regional field team operations and actively participate in team meetings and activities
• Communicate account updates regularly to cross functional field partners
• The ONE has responsibility for education on franchise products and must be able to communicate effectively with internal/external stakeholders to coordinate strategies that have impactful outcomes
• Interact with healthcare professionals to develop ongoing company rapport, gain support for promoted products, and address issues
• Build productive internal work relationships with cross functional partners and lead in a collaborative environment
• Identify, build, and maintain strategic, long-term relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), mid-level providers, Advanced Practice Providers and nursing professionals in the oncology/urology community
• Serve as an education conduit and product expert for both internal and external business partners
• Maintain strong working relationships with brand teams and assist in the development of product and disease state education materials

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current license in nursing (such as RN, NP, APN)
• Minimum of Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Minimum of 3-5 years clinical oncology experience with strong, demonstrable clinical acumen
• Displays self-starter mentality
• Demonstrates excellent presentation, platform, and facilitation skills
• Exhibits business acumen
• Displays accountability for actions and results
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of oncology and or urology practices within geography
• Passionate and self-motivated individual
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must be able to handle extensive travel requirements (60-75%)
• Ability to travel as necessary or required, to include overnight and/or weekend travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Oncology Nursing (OCN)
• Urology experience a plus
• Previous pharmaceutical industry experience
• Experience in launching new products and/or indications (preferably in oncology)
• Experience working in academic centers and large community oncology and/or urology practices