Clinical Research Nurse Specialist I, Infectious Disease

Cleveland, United States

Description

Part-time (24 hours per week)

A Brief Overview

Provide safe and efficient age-specific nursing care to patients/families using the nursing process in combination with clinical research protocol requirements. Works in collaboration with the Principal Investigator to coordinate and implement assigned clinical research studies in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines

What You Will Do

Responsible for submission of related documents to the appropriate research review committees and maintenance of regulatory documentation.
Performs day-to-day activities related to clinical research studies including: recruit and screens participants, obtain informed consent, educate participants regarding study requirements, and complete source documents and case report forms (CRFs).
Conducts nursing assessments of research participants including appropriate reporting.
Documents, records and assimilates accurate participant records and study records to ensure documentation compliance with sponsor guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOP) and internal and external regulatory agencies.
Establish and maintain communications with Investigator, Sponsor and internal constituents.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Education

(BSN) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required)

Work Experience

2+ years of clinical experience in patient care (Required)
Clinical research experience (Preferred)
Experience in a team setting (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to prioritize the work of multiple projects. (Required proficiency)
Knowledge of GCP and FDA guidelines. (Required proficiency)
Detail-oriented person with the ability to collect, compile, and analyze information. (Required proficiency)
Ability to understand and communicate research protocol requirements to others. (Required proficiency)
Able to work independently on multiple tasks and manage time effectively. (Required proficiency)
Medical terminology. (Required proficiency)
Effective verbal, written and communication skills. (Required proficiency)
Computer skills : Excel, Access and Word. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) and
Certification in Human Subjects Protection (CITI) Good Clinical Practices, HIPAA, and CITI Training (Required within 30 Days) and
Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required within 30 Days) and
OH Driver's License (Valid) with car insurance coverage. (Required)
DOT/IATA Training (Required within 30 Days)

Physical Demands