Clinical Research Coordinator II - Oncology

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is seeking a Research Nurse to plan, implement, and oversee clinical trials across the Lehigh Valley. The role emphasizes coordination of patient assessments, data collection, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with sponsors to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in science, nursing, or health care and an RN license in Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science, nursing, or health care.
• Ability to initiate, accept, and adapt to change.
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse, PA State Upon Hire.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and conducts approved clinical research trials by coordinating patient assessments, phlebotomy, drug administration, and monitoring per protocol.
• Assists in maintaining drug and medical device accountability per regulatory guidelines.
• Collects, records, and reports data for research studies and monitors visits with sponsors.

Skills

Clinical research

Regulatory compliance

Data collection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science, nursing, or health care

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Job Duties

• Plans, implements, and conducts approved clinical research trials by coordinating and managing the patient assessments, phlebotomy, drug administration, and monitoring of side effects according to protocol standards in a clinically safe and regulatory compliant manner involving research patients who have multiple disease processes to ensure timely, high quality care across the care continuum.
• Assists in maintaining drug and medical device accountability according to regulatory guidelines.
• Collects, records, and reports data for research studies as assigned and monitors visits with sponsors and other related agencies to evaluate the accuracy and quality of the collected data.
• Attends all site initiation visits to ensure familiarity of projects for cross-coverage purposes in order to actively support the success of research initiatives.
• Engages as a back-up coordinator for designated clinical trials.
• Assists with NORI/IRB submissions and maintenance of regulatory and legal documents; maintains required documentation for clinical trials.
• Establishes and maintains productive relationships with patients and family members, as well as sponsors and external contacts in order to optimize research outcomes.
• Contributes to the health care team's development of the patient's plan of care.
• Educates participants and staff in disease processes, therapies, and/or treatments being studied.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in science, nursing, or health care.
• Demonstrates the ability to initiate, accept, and adapt to change.
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of research experience.
• 2 years of direct clinical experience in acute care/health care setting.
• Ability to mentor other research staff members in the conduct of clinical research trials and regulatory compliance.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 25 lbs.
• frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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Work Shift: Day Shift

Address: 1240 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location: Allentown - 1240 S Cedar Crest

Position Type: Onsite

Union: Not Applicable

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00a-4:30p

Department: 1004-13003 COH-Ntwk Off Rsch And Innov (NORI)

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®.

LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.