Clinical Studies Registered Nurse II, Cardiology

610 Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

40 hours/week

Job summary

Advocate Health’s Wake Forest Baptist Cardiology research team seeks a Clinical Research Nurse III to support subjects in cardiology trials. The role involves recruitment, consent, enrollment, education, and ensuring protocol compliance within a multidisciplinary research setting.

The position requires RN licensure, cardiology nursing experience, and proficiency with EPIC/WakeOne. Strong communication and data handling skills are essential for coordinating activities across investigators and

Qualifications

• RN licensure in the applicable state
• CITI certification for Human Subject Research or completion expected
• SoCRA/ACRP certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for protocol enrollment and verify eligibility using pathology, labs, scans, and physician notes.
• Coordinate patient schedules to meet protocol procedures and data collection time points.
• Recruit, consent, and enroll eligible patients onto trials.
• Monitor participant safety and ensure protocol adherence and high-quality conduct of the study.
• Educate patients and families and provide ongoing nursing support and documentation.
• Precept new clinical research staff and liaise with investigators, data managers, and regulatory personnel.

Skills

Good communication

Indirect patient care

EPIC/WakeOne

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC/WakeOne

Job description

Department: 36962 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Cardiology: Adult Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Full-time Pay Range $38.20 - $57.30

JOB SUMMARY

Provides support to subjects participating in clinical research studies within the Cardiology Department at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Functions as part of a research team that may consist of Investigators, Clinical Studies Coordinators, Data Managers, Regulatory Coordinators. Under the direction of the Investigator, the Clinical Research Nurse III is responsible for subject recruitment, eligibility, enrollment, informed consent, retention, education, and protocol adherence. Provides direction and supervises other research team members such as Clinical Research Coordinators. Clinical responsibilities include monitoring participant safety and ensuring the protocol is conducted in a high-quality manner. Conducts clinical research in compliance with Good Clinical Practice requirements, the Wake Forest University Health Sciences IRB, and all Advocate Health and Atrium Health Standard Operating Policies, State, and Federal guidelines. In addition, communicates research-related information to patients, families, nursing, and medical staff as necessary. Coordinates efforts related to Cardiology studies, including investigator-initiated or investigator-initiated industry-sponsored clinical trials. Primary area is cardiovascular device and pharmaceutical clinical trials.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing with one year of nursing experience, preferably in a related field, research, acute care, or a specialty area (specifically, cardiology). Bachelor's degree in Nursing with two or more years of nursing experience preferred. Documented education and/or training in the cardiology field preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION

Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of applicable state required. Must complete the CITI certification for Human Subject Research if not already completed and any additional required WakeOne training for research coordinators. Certified Research Professional via SoCRA/ACRP preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Works under the direction/supervision of the Study Investigators, Disease Team Chair, and the Clinical Research Nurse Manager.
• Also works in conjunction and with minimal supervision from the Nurse Team Leader to manage assigned clinical trials.
• Knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, and regulations governing human subject's research incorporates them in the conduct of research and care of participants.
• Actively screens patients for protocol enrollment, utilizing knowledge to review pathology, laboratory results, scans and physician notes to verify patient eligibility.
• Independently uses and documents the nursing process to plan, deliver and evaluate goal focused, individualized, safe, age-specific care as it relates to uncomplicated research participants and with assistance for complicated research participants.
• Coordinates patient schedules and provides information for a successful visit to meet the required protocol procedures, data collection time points and nursing care.
• Manages dose modifications and/or other modifications of the treatment regimen made in response to toxicity, pharmacokinetics, and tissue studies.
• Serves as a nursing expert of specialized patient care, including direct patient care, assessment, documentation, treatment intervention and patient/family education and support in accordance with education/experience, established policies and procedures, and state licensure requirements.
• Works with staff to maximize identification of eligible study patients for recruitment to research protocols either by referrals or from the current pool of clinical patients. Recruits, consents, and enrolls patients onto trials once eligible patients are identified.
• Tracks new and follow-up patients for eligibility and recruitment:
  • Enters patient status information into the cancer center database
  • Records eligibility assessment and outcome
  • Educates other clinic staff and physicians regarding protocol specific requirements
• Follows care of protocol patients while on protocol treatment to include the following:
  • Coordinates with the physician and clinic staff to assure that all protocol requirements are scheduled and ordered
  • Reviews EPIC/WakeOne to ensure protocol compliance and appropriate data collection; verify that all appropriate labs and measurements are performed and ordered correctly
  • Ensures that charts are clearly labeled for the appropriate drug
  • Assesses and enter the initial adverse event report and serious adverse events into the eIRB system
  • Follows-up with the assigned regulatory contact to resolve any outstanding reporting requirements in a prompt and appropriate manner
  • Provides constant communication with the assigned protocol specialist/data manager for all event reporting and for all needed data points
  • Links research encounters appropriately to facilitate the correct invoicing of research specific activities
• Performs the following ancillary duties:
  • Collects blood samples (e.g. pharmacokinetic samples) and draw blood as necessary, running to special hematology, as necessary
  • Collects data and blood work for protocols to maintain protocol requirements
  • Works with home health, primary care physicians and affiliates to arrange follow-up and treatment
  • Promotes communication and collaborative activities between Radiation, Gynecological, Surgical and Medical Oncology staff, special laboratory staff, research personnel and investigators for multi-disciplinary (multimodality) research studies to ensure quality patient care, efficient and effective operation of protocol processes, and achievement of study-related objectives
• Attends relevant investigational and professional meetings to keep abreast of current developments in the field.
• Precepts new clinical research staff in clinical setting.
• Serves as an advocate for human subjects by establishing and maintaining communication with Investigators, research staff, Sponsors, participants and representatives of professional organizations, participant advocates, and public responsible for, or concerned about, protections for human participants of research.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Good oral, written, listening, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to provide indirect patient care
• EPIC/WakeOne proficiency to include appropriate documentation of research notes
• Basic computer skills required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Fast paced, long hours, ability to deliver results Professionalism and customer service skills being a must at all times Occasionally subject to irregular hours

OUR Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care