Research Nurse Coordinator II - Gastroenterology (IBD)

About the role

Functions as the lead person on a research project; coordinates enrollment of study subjects; Ensures adherence to study procedures consistent with the study protocol and verifiable source documentation; May supervise personnel assigned to work on the study.

Coordinates with multidisciplinary teams to maintain continuity of care and human subject protection with a commitment to research integrity.

Responsibilities

• Works under the Principal Investigator’s (PI) guidance to meet the research objective of the project.
• Facilitates and implements study start-up activities including (but not limited to): trial feasibility assessment; study logistics; IRB (both local and central) submissions and other applicable regulatory requirements; budgetary and contract review and approval.
• Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; documents, collects data and assists physicians.
• Works with research team to identify, screen and enroll study subjects.
• Ensures protocol requirements are met including but not limited to: direct contact with research participants; collection of basic health information; coordination of study related procedures; handling, processing and shipping of research specimens, source documentation and data entry.
• May train and supervise staff assigned to work on the research project(s).
• Captures and coordinates handling of specimens, administration of clinical trials, collection of source information and case reporting.
• Prepares/submits reportable event reports to sponsor(s), IRBs and regulatory agencies in accordance with the study protocol and established policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Collaborates with sponsor’s research associates during monitoring activities by providing study documentation, data clarifications and reports as necessary.
• Authorizes payments to ancillary organizations for services rendered and reconciles payments from organizations serviced.
• Performs other duties incidental to the work described above.

Requirements

Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment; Exposure to blood-borne pathogens; Requires protective devices; Patient care setting; Direct patient care setting.

Physical Effort: Typically sitting at desk or table; Typically bending, crouching, stooping; Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less).

Qualifications

• Associate Degree In Nursing Or Diploma In Registered Nursing
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Research (2 Years), Nursing (2 Years)

Skills

• Active Listening
• Research Coordination
• Research Management
• Research Methods
• Research Operations
• Research Techniques
• Database Management
• Detail-Oriented
• Effective Written Communication
• EHR
• Nursing Fundamentals
• Oral Communications
• Patient Recruitment
• Reporting Tools
• Spreadsheet Software
• Statistical Analysis Software (SAS)
• Team Collaboration

Benefits

• Personal: Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness: Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• Family: We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/