Clinical Research Nurse

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital seeks an experienced registered nurse to support participants in clinical trials. You will plan and evaluate care using evidence-based practices, ensuring patient safety and protocol integrity throughout the study.

Role requires a valid nursing license, CPR certification, and strong communication with multidisciplinary teams. The position emphasizes patient advocacy, regulatory compliance, and high-quality care during trial participation.

Qualifications

• BSN or Associate's Degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.
• State licensed Registered Nurse in Ohio (as per policy) or applicable practice state.
• CPR certification; NRP and PALS certifications preferred per management.
• Clinical nursing skills including venipuncture, IV starts, injections.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and good clinical practice guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care plan using Evidence-Based Practices.
• Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach throughout trial participation.
• Communicates patient care needs to all involved providers to ensure positive outcomes.
• Manages all regulatory, data and training elements for the clinical trial.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Organization and prioritization

Attention to detail

Education

BSN or ADN with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years

Tools

PCs and data management software

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. (Create Job Requisition Event)

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.

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