University of Miami
Clinical Research Nurse 2 – University of Miami
Full-Time position located at the UHealth campus in Miami, FL.
Core Job Summary The Clinical Research Nurse 2 ensures the integrity and quality of clinical research studies are maintained and conducted in accordance with practice guidelines, federal and sponsor regulations, and institutional policies and procedures. The role also plays a key part in recruiting participants and achieving research objectives.
Core Job Functions
Assesses, troubleshoots, and reports problems with data collection to appropriate managing staff.
Identifies desired research outcomes and evaluates and monitors subjects’ responses.
Conducts initiation visits and registers patients in clinical studies.
Performs study data collection and entry using charts, correspondence, medical records, and relevant communications. Identifies and procures equipment and supplies needed to fulfill project requirements.
Educates staff and subjects about protocols, treatment, possible side effects, and complications. May also collect and handle specimens as required by individual study protocols.
Prepares and processes new research proposals and amendments and continually monitors applications and adverse events.
Assists with study completion, data lock, study closeout, and archiving of study files to ensure completeness and continuity of all study data.
Completes ongoing checks of clinical data entered on the case report forms to ensure accuracy and revises any discrepancies.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Core Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, accredited program graduate.
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in clinical research or similar nursing setting.
Certification and Licensing:
Valid State of Florida RN license required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for healthcare providers certification and Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) provider card for chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration. Certification in a relevant specialty or field (e.g., oncology, clinical research) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Learning agility and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Technical proficiency with office software and relevant computer applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
Strong time management, critical thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary and to function independently or in a collaborative environment.
Knowledgeable in patient care, EMR navigation, and compliance with Florida Nursing Practice Act.
Commitment to university core values and professional ethics.
Department Specifics The Clinical Research Nurse 2 delivers patient‑family centered care in a culturally competent manner, utilizing evidence‑based standards of quality, safety, and service while ensuring population‑specific patient care and compliance with the research protocol in an ambulatory setting.
Department Specific Functions
Incorporates the university mission, vision, values, and code of Business Conduct into planning research‑related patient care and clinical trials activities.
Completes all university and department‑specific required trainings prior to beginning research‑related activities.
Provides clinical trial support in the hospital and/or clinic setting to ensure university patients are offered appropriate clinical trials following Good Clinical Practice standards.
Screens patients/patient records to identify potential trial candidates and notifies the treating physician and university clinical research staff.
Assists investigators in obtaining subject informed consent following university procedures, spending time with the patient and family to provide detailed trial information and answer questions.
Educates staff and subjects about protocols, treatment, possible side effects, and complications.
Maintains expert knowledge of adverse events and policies regarding reporting.
Assesses and documents adverse events and concomitant medications in collaboration with investigators.
Works closely with protocol university clinical research staff to ensure serious adverse events are documented and reported per regulatory requirements.
Assesses patient compliance and response to protocol treatment.
Prepares and reviews necessary data for monitoring visits, audits, and safety summaries.
Supports clinical audits, documentation, and follow‑up.
Collaborates with clinical research staff and investigators on informed consent documentation, source documentation, and treatment orders.
Provides contact information to patients and families for trial questions and support.
Enters research‑specific orders and procedures into chart for investigator signature.
Performs protocol‑specific ECGs and research blood draws, vital signs, etc., as scope of practice allows.
Acts as conduit among physicians, allied health professionals, nursing staff, and clinical trial patients to maintain a safe environment.
Ensures effective protocol‑related education for patients and multidisciplinary team members.
Communicates with investigators, patients, families, and staff to schedule and clarify treatment plans and interventions.
Provides a consistent and accessible resource for physicians and clinical staff regarding clinical trials.
Works with investigators to ensure all clinical trial procedures are performed according to protocol.
Receives laboratory oral medication, administers the drug, documents appropriately, and supplies source documents.
Performs a second chemotherapy order check prior to administration by another clinical trials nurse.
EEO Statement The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Senior Level & Employment Type Mid‑Senior level, Full‑time, Staff, Pay Grade H12.
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Core Job Summary The Clinical Research Nurse 2 ensures the integrity and quality of clinical research studies are maintained and conducted in accordance with practice guidelines, federal and sponsor regulations, and institutional policies and procedures. The role also plays a key part in recruiting participants and achieving research objectives.
Core Job Functions
Assesses, troubleshoots, and reports problems with data collection to appropriate managing staff.
Identifies desired research outcomes and evaluates and monitors subjects’ responses.
Conducts initiation visits and registers patients in clinical studies.
Performs study data collection and entry using charts, correspondence, medical records, and relevant communications. Identifies and procures equipment and supplies needed to fulfill project requirements.
Educates staff and subjects about protocols, treatment, possible side effects, and complications. May also collect and handle specimens as required by individual study protocols.
Prepares and processes new research proposals and amendments and continually monitors applications and adverse events.
Assists with study completion, data lock, study closeout, and archiving of study files to ensure completeness and continuity of all study data.
Completes ongoing checks of clinical data entered on the case report forms to ensure accuracy and revises any discrepancies.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Core Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, accredited program graduate.
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in clinical research or similar nursing setting.
Certification and Licensing:
Valid State of Florida RN license required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for healthcare providers certification and Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) provider card for chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration. Certification in a relevant specialty or field (e.g., oncology, clinical research) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Learning agility and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Technical proficiency with office software and relevant computer applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
Strong time management, critical thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary and to function independently or in a collaborative environment.
Knowledgeable in patient care, EMR navigation, and compliance with Florida Nursing Practice Act.
Commitment to university core values and professional ethics.
Department Specifics The Clinical Research Nurse 2 delivers patient‑family centered care in a culturally competent manner, utilizing evidence‑based standards of quality, safety, and service while ensuring population‑specific patient care and compliance with the research protocol in an ambulatory setting.
Department Specific Functions
Incorporates the university mission, vision, values, and code of Business Conduct into planning research‑related patient care and clinical trials activities.
Completes all university and department‑specific required trainings prior to beginning research‑related activities.
Provides clinical trial support in the hospital and/or clinic setting to ensure university patients are offered appropriate clinical trials following Good Clinical Practice standards.
Screens patients/patient records to identify potential trial candidates and notifies the treating physician and university clinical research staff.
Assists investigators in obtaining subject informed consent following university procedures, spending time with the patient and family to provide detailed trial information and answer questions.
Educates staff and subjects about protocols, treatment, possible side effects, and complications.
Maintains expert knowledge of adverse events and policies regarding reporting.
Assesses and documents adverse events and concomitant medications in collaboration with investigators.
Works closely with protocol university clinical research staff to ensure serious adverse events are documented and reported per regulatory requirements.
Assesses patient compliance and response to protocol treatment.
Prepares and reviews necessary data for monitoring visits, audits, and safety summaries.
Supports clinical audits, documentation, and follow‑up.
Collaborates with clinical research staff and investigators on informed consent documentation, source documentation, and treatment orders.
Provides contact information to patients and families for trial questions and support.
Enters research‑specific orders and procedures into chart for investigator signature.
Performs protocol‑specific ECGs and research blood draws, vital signs, etc., as scope of practice allows.
Acts as conduit among physicians, allied health professionals, nursing staff, and clinical trial patients to maintain a safe environment.
Ensures effective protocol‑related education for patients and multidisciplinary team members.
Communicates with investigators, patients, families, and staff to schedule and clarify treatment plans and interventions.
Provides a consistent and accessible resource for physicians and clinical staff regarding clinical trials.
Works with investigators to ensure all clinical trial procedures are performed according to protocol.
Receives laboratory oral medication, administers the drug, documents appropriately, and supplies source documents.
Performs a second chemotherapy order check prior to administration by another clinical trials nurse.
EEO Statement The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Senior Level & Employment Type Mid‑Senior level, Full‑time, Staff, Pay Grade H12.
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