CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE

LRES Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a prestigious institution as a Clinical Research Nurse, where you will play a crucial role in advancing healthcare through innovative clinical trials. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with healthcare professionals, ensuring patient safety and compliance while managing complex data and regulatory requirements. With a focus on oncology and research, you will contribute to the development of groundbreaking treatments and protocols. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Nursing degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience required; 3-5 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement clinical trials, ensuring compliance with protocols.
• Screen and recruit study participants, managing eligibility data.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Report Compilation

Presentation Development

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Negotiation

Confidentiality Maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

EPIC

Job description

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Clinical Research Nurse

Position Details

Job Title: CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE
Position Number: 8150207
Job Category: University Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Campus: Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name: HEMATOLOGY ONCOLOGY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and implementation of clinical trials including coordination with all members/departments/external institutions of the study team, oversight of IRB, regulatory and/or FDA submissions, budget preparation participation, and study management tool development. Provide education and training to other health care professionals related to patient participation in a clinical trial.
• Screening, recruitment, and enrollment of study participants. Procure eligibility data and materials, interface with sponsors, and investigators as appropriate in determining eligibility.
• Oversee study lab specimen collection, processing and shipping, and long-term data collection.
• Prepare and participate in Cooperative Group Audits, NCI, FDA, Sponsor GCP quality audits, Loyola internal audits, and department audits.
• Participation in program research planning including protocol development, data reporting, and grant reporting. Participate in Departmental Process Improvement Activities, National Committees as appropriate.
• Collaborate with the PI in the case management of protocol patients; assuring patient safety and compliance with the protocol and regulatory requirements and patient billing compliance. Communicate with the appropriate clinical staff in coordination of patient care.
• Data management; collecting and entering accurate data. Monitor and train clinical protocol coordinators in accurate and timely data collection.
• Provide oversight and guidance to clinical protocol coordinators regarding several research protocols, IRB submissions, and regulatory management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Minimum Education: Required: Bachelor’s Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Minimum Experience:
Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
Preferred: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate verbally.
• Ability to compile complex reports and develop presentations.
• Ability to compose letters and memorandums.
• Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations.
• Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks.
• Ability to lead work teams.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain office files and follow standard office procedures.
• Ability to negotiate, persuade and establish direction.
• Ability to organize workflow.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and develop multiple projects.
• Ability to work as an effective team member.

Patient Population Specific Competencies

• Demonstrates the skills and knowledge necessary to provide appropriate care to the patient populations served by the specific unit.
• Must be able to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirement relative to population-specific needs.
• The primary patient population for the unit is Oncology and Research.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Registered Nurse, Illinois license.

Computer Skills

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite of programs. Experience with electronic medical record (EMR), preferably EPIC.

Working Conditions

Open Date: 01/16/2025
Close Date:
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $43.00/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $40.00/hr

About Loyola University Chicago

Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola’s professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law.

Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.

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