CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE COORDINATOR

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

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About The Position

The Department of Surgery is looking for a Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator to join our team. This critical role will participate in or lead the day-to-day operations of clinical research for the Trauma, Acute & Critical Care Division. The Surgery Office of Clinical Research (SOCR) is staffed with experienced individuals who are dedicated to patient safety while conducting innovative research with the hope of advancing medicine and improving clinical care.

Requirements

• Work requires graduation from an accredited BSN or Associates Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. All registered nurses without a Bachelors degree in Nursing (or higher) are encouraged to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date but must complete the program within seven years of their start date. Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required.
• Maintain compliance with required hospital and unit specific training competencies as well as an active RN status with the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON).
• Exception: Registered nurses hired before September 1, 2016 are not required to enroll in a BSN program to remain in this job classification.
• Twelve months of appropriate clinical nursing experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Can easily use computing software and web based applications (e.g., Microsoft Office products and internet browsers).

Responsibilities

• Plan, provide, supervise, and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. May delegate tasks and supervise the activities of other licensed and unlicensed research staff.
• Is responsible for all aspects of managing and documenting Investigational Product (IP); including arrival, storage, tracking, and provision to research participants. Serves as the primary liaison with sponsors, Investigational Drug Service (IDS), and other parties as necessary. Follows protocol schema for randomization and blinding and unbinding.
• Develops and submits documentation and information for Institutional Review Board (IRB) review. Communicates with the IRB staff and reviewers and handle issues appropriately.
• Ensures accuracy and completeness of data for all studies, including those that are complex in nature. Recognizes data quality trends and escalates as appropriate. May develop tools for, and train others in, data quality assurance procedures.
• Contributes to the development of scientific publications or presentations and serves as an author on poster presentations or publications.

Benefits

• Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.
• tuition assistance for employees and their children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree