Coordinator-Research Nurse I RN

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a Research Coordinator, RN-I to coordinate clinical research protocols and ensure data integrity in line with GCP and sponsor guidelines. This role liaises with IRB, sponsors, and investigators, and may involve travel.

The coordinator will guide patient recruitment, enrollment, data submission, and follow-up, while collaborating with regulatory specialists and data managers to maintain high-quality research operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Research or Clinical experience.
• RN license required; BSN preferred.
• Experience with EMR and CTMS; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates compliance with study protocols and Good Clinical Practice.
• Communicates with the research team to ensure efficient trial conduct.
• Leads informed consent discussions to ensure patient understanding and safety.
• Manages patient activities per protocol, including assessments and reporting.

Skills

Research experience

Clinical trials

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR

CTMS

Job description

Overview

The Research Coordinator, RN- I is responsible for coordinating the conduct of research protocols, assuring that the integrity and quality of the research is maintained and that the research is conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines, federal, and sponsor regulations and guidelines, BMHCC and BCRI policies and procedures. This includes the coordination of clinical research activities, patient clinical care and management, recruitment, screening, scheduling, enrollment, submission of data, randomization and patient follow-up. This position may act as a liaison between the hospital, the IRB, study sponsors, and all investigators. This position will collaborate with research coordinators, data managers and regulatory specialists. Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates compliance with the requirements of the research protocol and good clinical practice while remaining cognizant of the needs of diverse patient populations.
• Communicates with research team to facilitate the effective conduct of clinical trials.
• Demonstrates leadership in ensuring patient comprehension and safety during initial and ongoing clinical trial informed consent discussions.
• Manages the activities of patients participating in clinical trials, ensuring compliance with protocol procedures, assessments, and reporting requirements.
• Ensures collection of source data and completion of documentation that validate the integrity of the conduct of the clinical trial.
• Enhances recruitment while being mindful of the needs of diverse patient populations.
• Enhances adherence to ethical practices during the conduct of clinical trials in order to protect the rights and well-being of patients and the collection of quality data.
• Identifies financial variables that affect research and supports good financial stewardship in clinical trials.
• Identifies his or her ongoing professional development needs and seeks resources and opportunities to meet those needs, such as memberships in nursing, oncology, or research organizations.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Experience

Minimum Required

• 2 years of Research or Clinical experience

Preferred/Desired

• 2 years of Oncology or Clinical Research Experience

Education

Minimum Required

• Currently licensed nurse or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred/Desired

• Preferred/Desired bachelors degree in Nursing.

Special Skills

Preferred/Desired

• Computer skills to include MS Word, Excellent organizational skills. Detail oriented. Experience with EMR and Clinical Trial Management System

Licensure

Minimum Required

• BLS certification within 14 days; RN License required by state.

Preferred/Desired

• Certifications - SOCRA (Society of Clinical Research Associates), ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals), Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI), HAZMAT, CCRP or CCRC