Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator (CRNC) is a registered professional nurse with clinical research knowledge and strong communication skills. The role serves as a liaison between Northwestern University clinical research investigator teams and Northwestern Medicine, a collaboration between Northwestern Medicine Group and the NU Feinberg School of Medicine. Working with the inter-professional team and peers, the CRNC helps ensure appropriate implementation and conduct of clinical research studies throughout each protocol’s lifecycle.

The CRNC adheres to professional nursing standards and ethics, uses the NIH Clinical Research Nurse Domain of Practice and Model of Care, and reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values. The position also follows the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, applicable policies and procedures, and relevant regulatory and accreditation standards.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Illinois.
• Experience in clinical trials.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• At least two years of related clinical experience.
• CPR-BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
• Membership in a professional nursing organization.
• ACLS certification in clinical areas where required.
• Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) or Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) certification.
• Certification in an area of clinical specialty.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination and provide support to Principal Investigators.
• Review research studies during the pre-submission phase to assess feasibility of protocol implementation.
• Guide the review, revision, and maintenance of protocols.
• Ensure established protocols meet compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Guide clinical research nurses on new study submissions, utilization reviews, medical-order wording and phrasing, protocols, and workflows.
• Develop and maintain clinical nursing research policies, standard operating procedures, and guidelines.
• Review and trend research-related deviations and workflow events; report findings to the Manager and Inter-professional Quality Committee, and recommend actions to ensure compliance.
• Support projects addressing research-related problems and events reported by staff and research study team members, including events, deviations, and corrective and preventative actions.
• Collaborate with Clinical Coordinators, Education Coordinators, and peer CRNCs to orient and train new staff in clinical research.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify training needs for clinical research nurses concerning unfamiliar practices, procedures, and medications, supporting patient/subject safety and compliance.
• Escalate research-related concerns to the appropriate leader or committee.
• Serve as a mentor and role model for communication and collaboration with investigator teams and for clinical and technical research practices.
• Support clinical research nursing staff during adverse events, emergencies, and difficult clinical situations.
• Provide clinical nursing support to inpatient and/or outpatient teams as needed as a cross-trained resource.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement.
• Loan forgiveness.
• 401(k) matching.
• Lifecycle benefits.
• A wide range of benefits intended to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level