Clinical Research Coordinator RN - Clinical Research Services

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Works with the study physician to ensure all patients involved in a clinical research trial are managed uneventfully, safely, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care and participation in the clinical research trial, ensuring patient care is not compromised while participating in the trial. Manages all elements of a clinical research trial in order to meet all protocol obligations while following applicable regulations; Code of Federal Regulations Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization GCP guidelines; state regulations and departmental/institutional standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• BSN or Associate's Degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire, required.
• Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio, required.
• CPR, required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical nursing skills, (i.e.: venipuncture, IV starts and injections)
• Understanding of medical terminology, clinical trials preferred
• Working knowledge of PCs, word processing, and data management software
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal communication
• Goal-oriented; self-directive, initiation, self-motivation, creativity, flexibility
• Excellent organizational, attention to detail and prioritization skills
• Ability to actively participate as a team player

Nice To Haves

• Obtain and maintain NRP and PALS certification as determined by management.
• Certification by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or Society of Clinical Research Administrators, preferred.
• Clinical research experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care plan using Evidence-Based Practices in accordance with the requirements of the study protocol
• Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach throughout their clinical study participation while maintaining quality and safety as a priority.
• Delegates, directs, oversees and provides developmentally appropriate patient care.
• Practices professional nursing and promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and maintains a current Ohio Nursing License
• Collaborates effectively and communicates patient care needs/expectations/priorities related to clinical trial participation to all involved care providers including unit nursing staff, attending physician, ancillary service providers (radiology, cardiology, physical therapy, pharmacy, etc.) to facilitate positive patient outcomes both in clinical care and in clinical trial participation
• Completes and manages all procedural, data, regulatory and training elements associated with clinical research project implementation, execution and close out to ensure participant safety, data integrity and compliance with all applicable regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees