RN Research Nurse Coordinator I - Medical Oncology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance for family

Caregiver leave – 4 weeks

Metro transit U-Pass

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Clinical Research professional to coordinate and implement research study activities, collect data, and manage data generated by study protocols. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient care, regulatory compliance, and data integrity.

The role involves assisting with IRB submissions, protocol adherence, and coordination of study procedures, with opportunities to educate staff and oversee study medications as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree or diploma; BSN preferred.
• Current RN licensure in MO and/or IL.
• Experience in clinical research coordination preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and source documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with PI to meet project objectives.
• Assist with start-up activities including IRB applications and amendments.
• Provide direct patient care, collect data, and assist physicians.
• Identify, screen and enroll study subjects.
• Ensure protocol requirements are met and manage data entry.

Skills

Clinical Research

Clinical Research Coordination

Clinical Research Management

Clinical Research Methods

Clinical Research Operations

Nursing Fundamentals

Critical Thinking

Database Management

EHR

Interpersonal Relationships

Oral Communications

Patient Recruitment

Spreadsheet Software

SAS

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

RN Licensure in MO/IL

Tools

SAS

EHR

Spreadsheet Software

Job description

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63108

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Position performs duties associated with the coordination and implementation of research study/projects, data collection, and the management of data generated by study protocols. Coordinates with multidisciplinary teams to maintain continuity of care and human subject protection with a commitment to research integrity.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Works under the Principal Investigator’s (PI) guidance to meet the research objectives of the project.
• Assists with study start-up activities including myIRB applications for initial review, modifications/amendments, continuing reviews and reportable events.
• Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; documents, collects data and assists physicians.
• Works with research team to identify, screen and enroll study subjects.
• Ensures protocol requirements are met including but not limited to: direct contact with research participants; collection of basic health information; coordination of study related procedures; handling, processing and shipping of research specimens; organization of source documentation and data entry.
• Prepares/submits reportable event reports to sponsor(s), IRB and regulatory agencies in accordance with the study protocol and established policies, procedures and regulations.
• Collaborates with sponsor’s research associates during monitoring activities by providing study documentation, data clarifications and reports as necessary.
• Provides oversight of administration of medications, study drugs, or study interventions, as appropriate. Administers investigational products in approved setting.
• Educates staff nurses caring for research patients by providing necessary information about the research study including intervention, potential adverse events and required study procedures.
• Performs other duties incidental to the work described above.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Requires protective devices
• Patient care setting
• Direct patient care setting

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Typically standing or walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)

Equipment

• Office equipment
• Clinical/diagnostic equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
• Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S. - Bachelor of Science - Nursing
• B.S.N. - Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

Clinical Research (1 Year)

Skills

• Clinical Research
• Clinical Research Coordination
• Clinical Research Management
• Clinical Research Methods
• Clinical Research Operations
• Clinical Techniques
• Critical Thinking
• Database Management
• Effective Written Communication
• Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Nursing Fundamentals
• Oral Communications
• Patient Recruitment
• Spreadsheet Software
• Statistical Analysis Software (SAS)
• Team Collaboration

Grade

S25

Salary Range

$60,000.00 - $99,900.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.