Sr Research Nurse

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Senior Research Nurse to coordinate multiple research protocols, liaise with investigators, and support site staff at a hospital-based research program. The role emphasizes independent coordination across study types and adherence to regulatory standards.

You will manage study documentation, communicate results to physicians and nurses, and collaborate with departments including finance and the local IRB to advance patient-centered clinical research initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and RN licensure required.
• 3+ years of relevant research experience preferred.
• Knowledge of federal regulations and GCP essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Experience with clinical trial databases and data capture tools.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple research protocols and liaise with investigators.
• Serve as central resource for assigned studies and staff.
• Provide instruction on protocols to physicians, nurses and staff.
• Ensure accurate data collection, documentation and source documentation.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and scheduling per protocol requirements.
• Collaborate with departments to support study feasibility and performance.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

GCP knowledge

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Independence

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Clinical trial database

Electronic data capture

MS Word/Excel

Job description

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity.HCA Healthcare Research Institute is the multispecialty clinical research arm of HCA Healthcare. Our expert physicians work with trusted pharmaceutical and biotechnology partners to unlock insights from real-world data and conduct clinical studies leading to breakthroughs in science, medicine and care for all people. Todays research paves the way for tomorrows breakthroughs. Consider joining our HCA Healthcare Research Institute today!

The Senior Research Nurse is responsible for coordinating multiple research protocols; serving as a liaison withlocal investigators and local research personnel; and acting as a central resource for assigned researchprojects. This individual seeks to demonstrate a moderate to advanced level of independence whenperforming research coordination duties and can apply skills to a broad range of study types.This role is hospital based.

What you will do in this role:

• Complete study medication order forms accurately, when needed, and has physician or appropriate designee sign orders prior to medication administration
• Perform routine operational activities for multiple research protocols
• Liaise between site research personnel, industry sponsors, and Supervisor
• Collaborate closely with various site departments/teams, including finance, relevant hospital administrative representatives, and the local IRB, if applicable
• Coordinate protocol schedule of assessments from initial submission of feasibility until study closeout
• Coordinate submission and approval for the Site’s Facility Review Committee, if applicable
• Provide instruction on research protocols to appropriate staff, including interpretation of test results, observations, and related study data to physicians, nurses, and clinical staff
• Assess the patient and document findings at each clinic visit while on protocol
• Document all specific tasks required by the protocol (i.e. medication forms, quality of life questionnaires, neuro exams, vital signs sheets, times of lab draws, etc.)
• Complete the study medication order form accurately and have the physician or nurse practitioner sign orders prior to treatment
• Ensure that all medications are approved by the appropriate designee prior to initiating treatment or when changing medication regimens
• Accurately calculate and document the BSA, creatinine, STS calculation, or any other conversions needed, per protocol
• Document any interaction regarding the patient that occurs while the patient is enrolled on a protocol, including follow-up and survival (this includes home health intervention, pharmacies, and patient phone calls)
• Maintain a strong understanding of state guidelines and regulatory standards
• Ensure that follow-up appointments, imaging, or any related procedures are scheduled correctly according to protocol requirements
• Accurately complete all data requests (including queries) and submit with source documentation within the timeframe specified in the SOP
• Re-consent patients in a timely manner and document process appropriately Site Development:
• Work with site personnel and local investigators to assess site feasibility and performance
• Regularly meet with physician investigators, when applicable, to assess study performance and site satisfaction
• Create and support a climate of trust, openness and honest communication
• Collaborate with other departments (non-invasive, finance, laboratory, etc.) to develop and implement processes in support of the research activities
• Facilitate continuing education and training to investigators, as applicable
• Practice and adhere to the "Code of Conduct" philosophy and "Mission and Value Statement"
• Ability to satisfy all responsibilities of the Research Nurse Job Description

What qualifications you will need:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Active RN License required
• 3+ years of relevant research experience preferred
• Knowledge of federal regulations, good clinical practices (GCP)
• Knowledge of medical and research terminology
• Computer skills including use of clinical trial database, electronic data capture, and MS Word or Excel
• Excellent Verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• The ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse team of professionals
• Organizational and prioritizing capabilities
• The ability to work independently in a fast pace environment with minimal supervision at off-site facilities

Benefits

Mission Health, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

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