Research Nurse Coordinator, RN (70733)

United Digestive; Dunwoody (GA); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

United Digestive in Georgia seeks a Research Nurse Coordinator to support the Clinical Research Department and principal investigators with clinical and organizational tasks, aligned to trial procedures and protocol requirements. The role provides nursing support for research trials, studies, and projects in an in-office setting.

The coordinator will follow GCP guidelines, maintain data integrity, manage specimens and communications, obtain informed consent, train staff, and ensure HIPAA

Qualifikationen

• Licensed RN in Georgia
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or equivalent
• Minimum of one year clinical research experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and healthcare software
• Experience with phlebotomy, specimen collection and processing
• IATA Packaging and Shipping Infectious Materials certification or within 30 days
• CITI Training within 30 days of employment
• BLS Certification within 30 days of employment

Aufgaben

• Recruits and screens potential patients and obtains informed consent.
• Assists in patient education about benefits and risks of participating in a clinical trial
• Follows trial protocols to collect and document data including laboratory collection and vital assessments
• Provides direct nursing care according to UD’s standards of practice
• Administers investigational product per protocol requirements
• Completes safety evaluations and notifies investigators and sponsors per guidelines
• Maintains data management per study requirements
• Maintains equipment and supplies for research studies
• Ensures HIPAA compliance and maintains confidentiality
• Performs duties as assigned by principal investigators and Clinical Research Manager

Kenntnisse

Clinical nursing

Patient education

HIPAA compliance

Ausbildung

RN licensure in Georgia

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Healthcare software systems

Phlebotomy

IATA shipping

ARUP handling

CITI training

BLS certification

Jobbeschreibung

General Summary Of Duties

United Digestive’s (UD) Research Nurse Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Clinical Research Department and principal Investigators with all clinical and organizational tasks , aligning with clinical trial procedures and protocol requirements. The Research Nurse Coordinator is expected to provide clinical and administrative nursing support for research trials, studies, and projects. The Clinical Research Nurse is expected to exhibit basic knowledge of clinical research activities and support clinical research trials based on the needs of the research department. The Clinical Research Nurse should adhere to and have a strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Job Title: Research Nurse Coordinator
Reports To: Clinical Research Manager
Department: Ancillary Services
Office Setting: In Office
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
Pay Type: Hourly

Responsibilities

• Recruits and screens potential patients and obtains informed consent.
• Assists in providing patient education including benefits and risks of participating in a clinical trial
• Follows clinical trial protocols to accurately and efficiently collect and document participant data including, but not limited to, laboratory collection and processing, vital assessments, and study-specific procedures
• Provides direct nursing care according to UD’s standards of practice.
• Administers investigational product (IP) per clinical trial protocol requirements.
• Completes clinical assessments and safety evaluations of study subjects and notifies study principal Investigator and Sponsor and study team per reporting guidelines.
• Maintains data management per study requirements and contractual obligations.
• Completes required study trainings and maintains strong knowledge of clinical and research protocols.
• Maintains equipment and supply resources for research studies.
• Performs upkeep of exam and work rooms with regard to sterilization, infection control, supplies, and equipment.
• Follows all CLIA Patient Safety Goals, including observing strict infectious disease precautions when handling blood specimens and IATA for specimen shipment.
• Answers emails, voicemails, and returns patient calls in a timely and efficient, and professional manner.
• Work with internal teams to ensure patients are properly compensated for visits completed per study schedule by documenting appropriate procedure completion.
• Abides by and promotes HIPAA compliance; maintains strictest confidentiality.
• Participates in staff meetings as directed by the principal investigators and Clinical Research Manager.
• Cross trains and performs other functions as directed by the principal investigators and Clinical Research Manager.
• Any other duties and/or special projects as assigned within the research department.
• Maintains strong relationships with Principal Investigator and Sub-Investigators on assigned studies
• Assists other Clinical Research Coordinators and Clinical Research Nurses on study visits as backup coordinator when required and able per delegation of authority logs.
• Performs any other duties and/or special projects as assigned

Education, Skills, & Experience

• Required:
  • Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Georgia;
  • Graduate from an accredited nursing program or Bachelor’s degree;
  • Minimum of one year of clinical research experience;
  • Healthcare system software proficient;
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficient;
  • Experience with phlebotomy, specimen collection and processing;
  • ARUP preparation and handling;
  • IATA Packaging and Shipping Infectious Materials (or similar) certification or obtain one within 30 days of employment;
  • Collaborative Institutional Training within 30 days of employment;
  • Basic Life Support Certification or obtain one within 30 days of employment.

Core Skills At United Digestive

• Must be computer literate and able to operate various healthcare systems and multiple Microsoft Office applications.
• The ability to communicate with patients, visitors, co-workers, and physicians with courtesy and respect.
• Communicate clearly with patients and coworkers through the telephone, email, and in-person.
• Plan, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks as delegated.
• Displays a professional outgoing warm and helpful attitude.

Physical/Mental/Environmental Demands

Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment. Travel required as business needs dictate.

Drug Free Workplace

United Digestive is a drug-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

United Digestive is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, color, or national origin in its employment practices.