Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Research Coordinator

meharrymedicalcollege; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College in the Internal Medicine program seeks an advanced practice clinician to support clinical research in health equity and oversee dialysis-related patient care as assigned by leadership.

The NP/CRC II will supervise staff, help develop SOPs, budget planning, and ensure GCP compliance. You will monitor lab results, interpret tests, coordinate study activities, assist IRB submissions, recruit participants, and educate patients and families about options and safety.

Qualifications

• APN/CRC II with experience in clinical research and dialysis settings.
• Familiarity with GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to supervise staff and coordinate SOP development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate work activities of staff.
• Develop program goals, SOPs, and staff training.
• Monitor dialysis plans and adjust prescriptions as needed.
• Order and interpret labs and imaging results.
• Educate patients and families about kidney disease and treatment options.
• Assist with IRB submissions and protocol revisions.
• Collaborate with investigators to execute study protocols.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Clinical Research Coordinator

GCP

IRB submissions

Dialysis care

Job description

The position will help with clinical research in the department of Internal Medicine program to enhance health equity in Clinical trials along with some of the clinical duties as assigned by the Director of the Center of Excellence of Clinical and Translational Research and the Chair of the Internal Medicine. As an advanced practice medical professional, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of patient care throughout the clinical trial process. Your primary role will involve conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab test results, and overseeing patients' health while working closely with other healthcare professionals.

Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities)

• The NP/CRC II assists in the supervision, coordination and monitoring of work activities
• Responsible for the development of program goals and objectives, including Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs) documents and training for all assisted supervised staff.
• Assists in preparation of the annual operating budgets
• Recommends, evaluates and interprets personnel actions and policies
• Round on patients in outpatient dialysis centers and/or hospital settings on a designated schedule
• Manage hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis plans per Kidney Dialysis Outcome Quality Indicators (KDOQI) guidelines.
• Conduct comprehensive physical assessments and medication reconciliations prior to dialysis treatments
• Diagnose and manage system-related complications of ESRD therapy, including anemia, hypertension, fluid and electrolyte imbalances, and bone disease
• Adjust dialysis prescriptions (e.g., blood flow rates, ultrafiltration goals, dialysate composition) based on patient labs and tolerance
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory values (Kt/V, hemoglobin, potassium, etc.), and imaging
• Educate patients and their families regarding kidney disease progression, treatment options, dietary restrictions, and lifestyle modifications.
• Ensures compliance with all federal regulations surrounding the conduct of clinical and translational research including fiscal matters.
• Trains and maintains supervised staff in good clinical practices (GCP)
• Responsible for the development and implementation of SOPs for the program including financial matters and issues that are followed by all stakeholders
• Compiles customized reports on research activity as needed
• Assist in reviewing, monitoring, and reporting on all studies
• Assists with preparing IRB submissions, protocol revisions, and renewals as needed, and maintain copies of all IRB communications delegated by the Principal Investigator.
• Assist the staff in the conduct of clinical research trials including screening, recruitment, participant care and entering data
• Participate in periodic management meetings to keep the Executive Director informed of problems and concerns
• Assist in the development of cost reduction for projects and targets in collaboration with the Executive Director
• Provide qualified competent staff by tracking projected staffing needs against qualifications competencies of current staff to identify any deficiencies, will rectify the deficiencies to improve staffing levels
• Along with the Executive director, create an environment that encourages and supports self-development and learning for all staff through regular feedback. Ensure that each staff member's ability is assessed regularly
• Counsel employees with regard to disciplinary actions taken in response to violations of institutional policies, including federal policies or contractual provisions and discuss such violations with the Executive director.
• Assist in interfacing directly with investigators to prepare presentations or reports of clinical study procedures, results, and conclusions.
• Perform physical examinations and assess patients' medical histories in a clinical trial setting.
• Interpret and analyze lab test results to monitor patient health and make clinical decisions.
• Administer medications and oversee the safe administration of medications, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols.
• Conduct medical procedures such as venipuncture, IV-line placement, and other tasks as required by the study protocol.
• Monitor and provide safety observations during and after medication administration to ensure patient well-being and manage any adverse reactions.
• Collaborate with the primary investigator and other members of the clinical trial team to ensure the effective execution of study protocols.
• Contacts outside health care providers and communicate with subjects to obtain follow-up information.
• Directs the requisition, collection, labeling, storage, or shipment of specimens.
• Identifies protocol problems, informs investigators of problems, or assists in problem resolution efforts such as protocol revisions.
• Informs patients or caregivers about study aspects and outcomes to be expected.
• Schedules subjects for appointments and procedures as required by study protocols. Inform patients or caregivers about study aspe