Coordinator-Research Nurse I RN

Responsibilities

• Facilitates compliance with the requirements of the research protocol and good clinical practice while remaining cognizant of the needs of diverse patient populations.
• Communicates with research team to facilitate the effective conduct of clinical trials.
• Demonstrates leadership in ensuring patient comprehension and safety during initial and ongoing clinical trial informed consent discussions.
• Manages the activities of patients participating in clinical trials, ensuring compliance with protocol procedures, assessments, and reporting requirements.
• Ensures collection of source data and completion of documentation that validate the integrity of the conduct of the clinical trial.
• Enhances recruitment while being mindful of the needs of diverse patient populations.
• Enhances adherence to ethical practices during the conduct of clinical trials in order to protect the rights and well-being of patients and the collection of quality data.
• Identifies financial variables that affect research and supports good financial stewardship in clinical trials.
• Identifies his or her ongoing professional development needs and seeks resources and opportunities to meet those needs, such as memberships in nursing, oncology, or research organizations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Required: 2 years of Research or Clinical experience
• Preferred/Desired: 2 years of Oncology or Clinical Research Experience
• Education: Minimum Required - Currently licensed nurse or equivalent combination of education and experience; Preferred/Desired - bachelors degree in Nursing.
• Special Skills: Minimum Required - Computer skills to include MS Word, Excellent organizational skills. Detail oriented. Experience with EMR and Clinical Trial Management System.
• Licenses: Minimum Required - BLS certification within 14 days; RN License required by state.
• Preferred/Desired Certifications - SOCRA (Society of Clinical Research Associates), ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals), Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI), HAZMAT, CCRP or CCRC.