Clinical Research Nurse

55 Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a registered nurse to work with the study physician to ensure all patients in a clinical trial are managed safely and effectively throughout their participation.

You will coordinate care using evidence-based practices, educate families, complete regulatory and training requirements, and collaborate with care teams to protect patient safety and data integrity.

Qualifications

• BSN or Associate's Degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.
• Registered Nurse license in Ohio.
• CPR certification; NRP and PALS preferred.
• Nursing experience in clinical trials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate care plans per study protocol.
• Provide family-centered nursing care during trial participation.
• Coordinate with physicians, radiology, pharmacy, and other care providers.
• Complete regulatory and training elements for trial implementation and close-out.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Medical terminology

Data management software

Communication skills

Team player

Education

BSN or Associate's Degree

Tools

Word processing software

Data management software

PC literacy

Job description

Overview

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Job Description Summary

Works with the study physician to ensure all patients involved in a clinical research trial are managed uneventfully, safely, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care and participation in the clinical research trial, ensuring patient care is not compromised while participating in the trial. Manages all elements of a clinical research trial in order to meet all protocol obligations while following applicable regulations; Code of Federal Regulations Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization GCP guidelines; state regulations and departmental/institutional standard operating procedures.

Job Description

Essential Functions

Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care plan using Evidence-Based Practices in accordance with the requirements of the study protocol Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach throughout their clinical study participation while maintaining quality and safety as a priority. Delegates, directs, oversees and provides developmentally appropriate patient care. Practices professional nursing and promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and maintains a current Ohio Nursing License Collaborates effectively and communicates patient care needs/expectations/priorities related to clinical trial participation to all involved care providers including unit nursing staff, attending physician, ancillary service providers (radiology, cardiology, physical therapy, pharmacy, etc.) to facilitate positive patient outcomes both in clinical care and in clinical trial participation Completes and manages all procedural, data, regulatory and training elements associated with clinical research project implementation, execution and close out to ensure participant safety, data integrity and compliance with all applicable regulations.

Education Requirement

BSN or Associate's Degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire, required.

Licensure Requirement

Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio, required.

Certifications

CPR, required. Obtain and maintain NRP and PALS certification as determined by management. Certification by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or Society of Clinical Research Administrators, preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical nursing skills, (i.e.: venipuncture, IV starts and injections);


• Understanding of medical terminology, clinical trials preferred


• Working knowledge of PCs, word processing, and data management software


• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal communication


• Goal-oriented; self-directive, initiation, self-motivation, creativity, flexibility


• Excellent organizational, attention to detail and prioritization skills


• Ability to actively participate as a team player

Experience

Clinical research experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Color vision, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Depth perception, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Electricity, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hot Temperatures, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Seeing – Far/near, Squat/kneel


• FREQUENTLY: Decision Making, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Standing, Walking


• CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Computer skills, Hearing acuity, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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