Tulane University
Overview
The primary responsibility of the Research Nurse II is to manage RN responsibilities in the conduct of clinical trials. The research nurse has in-depth knowledge of protocol requirements and good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations. As a primary RN resource for CTU protocols, the Research Nurse II acts as a liaison between the patient, investigator, Institutional Review Board and sponsor in carrying out the RN responsibilities of the protocol. The Research Nurse II is able to screen, enroll and follow study patients, under supervision, ensuring protocol compliance and close patient monitoring, and continues the required learning process for advancement toward a Research Nurse III position. The Research Nurse II provides direct patient care for clinical trials subjects and assists with independent data and source documentation, adverse event reporting and maintenance of complete regulatory files, under direct supervision. Responsibilities
Screen, enroll and follow study patients under supervision Ensure protocol compliance and close patient monitoring Provide direct patient care for clinical trials subjects Assist with data and source documentation and adverse event reporting Maintain complete regulatory files under supervision Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
In-depth knowledge of Louisiana RN Scope of Practice regulations In-depth knowledge of routine registered nurse procedures and familiarity with blood draws and infusions Basic understanding of federal regulations regarding clinical research and Tulane regulatory process for clinical research Ability to acquire and maintain all required CITI training certificates Ability to acquire and maintain credentialing at all required institutions: Tulane Medical Center, Veterans Administration Hospital/New Orleans, LA and University Medical Center Background checks, Physical and Drug Screening
REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREENING FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES: Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment. For identified jobs, a drug screening will also be required. The background investigation, required occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended. Preferred Qualifications
Certification as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or ACRP), National Board of Medical Examiners, OR Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP through the Society of Clinical Research Associates or SoCRA) Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing Required Education And/or Experience
Registered Nurse with current state licensure by date of hire Bachelor’s Degree Two years of nursing experience or clinical research experience as a study coordinator Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Higher Education
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The primary responsibility of the Research Nurse II is to manage RN responsibilities in the conduct of clinical trials. The research nurse has in-depth knowledge of protocol requirements and good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations. As a primary RN resource for CTU protocols, the Research Nurse II acts as a liaison between the patient, investigator, Institutional Review Board and sponsor in carrying out the RN responsibilities of the protocol. The Research Nurse II is able to screen, enroll and follow study patients, under supervision, ensuring protocol compliance and close patient monitoring, and continues the required learning process for advancement toward a Research Nurse III position. The Research Nurse II provides direct patient care for clinical trials subjects and assists with independent data and source documentation, adverse event reporting and maintenance of complete regulatory files, under direct supervision. Responsibilities
Screen, enroll and follow study patients under supervision Ensure protocol compliance and close patient monitoring Provide direct patient care for clinical trials subjects Assist with data and source documentation and adverse event reporting Maintain complete regulatory files under supervision Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
In-depth knowledge of Louisiana RN Scope of Practice regulations In-depth knowledge of routine registered nurse procedures and familiarity with blood draws and infusions Basic understanding of federal regulations regarding clinical research and Tulane regulatory process for clinical research Ability to acquire and maintain all required CITI training certificates Ability to acquire and maintain credentialing at all required institutions: Tulane Medical Center, Veterans Administration Hospital/New Orleans, LA and University Medical Center Background checks, Physical and Drug Screening
REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREENING FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES: Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment. For identified jobs, a drug screening will also be required. The background investigation, required occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended. Preferred Qualifications
Certification as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or ACRP), National Board of Medical Examiners, OR Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP through the Society of Clinical Research Associates or SoCRA) Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing Required Education And/or Experience
Registered Nurse with current state licensure by date of hire Bachelor’s Degree Two years of nursing experience or clinical research experience as a study coordinator Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Higher Education
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