Overview

Nurse-Research RN I Hospital

Job Code: 21959

FLSA Status:

Job Family: NURSING

Job Description Title: Coordinator-Research Nurse I RN

Job Summary

The Research Coordinator, RN- I is responsible for coordinating the conduct of research protocols, assuring that the integrity and quality of the research is maintained and that the research is conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines, federal, and sponsor regulations and guidelines, BMHCC and BCRI policies and procedures. This includes the coordination of clinical research activities, patient clinical care and management, recruitment, screening, scheduling, enrollment, submission of data, randomization and patient follow-up. This position may act as a liaison between the hospital, the IRB, study sponsors, and all investigators. This position will collaborate with research coordinators, data managers and regulatory specialists. Travel may be required.

Job 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.

+ Other responsibilities as assigned.

Specifications Experience Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired 2 years of Research or Clinical experience 2 years of Oncology or Clinical Research Experience

Education Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Currently licensed nurse or equivalent combination of education and experience Preferred/Desired bachelors degree in Nursing.

Special Skills Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Computer skills to include MS Word, Excellent organizational skills. Detail oriented. Experience with EMR and Clinical Trial Management System

Licensure Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired BLS certification within 14 days; RN License required by state. Certifications - SOCRA (Society of Clinical Research Associates), ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals), Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI), HAZMAT, CCRP or CCRC

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager. Reporting Relationships No

Work Environment Functional Demands Label Short Description Full Description Sedentary Very light energy level Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart Light Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher) Medium High energy level Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient) Heavy Very high energy level Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.

Functional Demands Rating Sedentary

Activity Level Throughout Workday Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Standing Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Walking Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Bending Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell Not Anticipated

Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear Continuous

Sensory Requirements Color Discrimination Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing Yes Accurate Accurate Moderate Accurate

Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Chemical Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Radiation Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Other

REQNUMBER: 30964

Job #NLX275126407