Clinical Research Nurse

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

23h•$71,517 - $90,465•Onsite

About The Position

The full time (1.0 FTE) Clinical Research Nurse position with the Infectious Diseases Clinical Trials Unit (IDCTU) will conduct clinical research coordination, care, and recruitment for HIV/AIDS and Infectious Diseases research studies under the research direction of Dr. Thomas Campbell.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
Three (3) years of clinical research, nursing, or related experience.
Current licensure as a registered nurse.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology medical terminology.
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information.

Nice To Haves

Four (4) years of clinical research, nursing, or related experience.
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems).
Knowledge of HIV infection and treatments.

Responsibilities

Act as a Primary Coordinator on multiple clinical trials.
Obtain study subject’s medical history and current medication information, reviews research protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria, and confirms eligibility of subject to participate in clinical trial.
Perform informed consent process or ensures that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented, and that informed consent form documents are filed as required.
Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical research support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy).
Participate in subject recruitment efforts, including communicating with patients expressing an interest and all pre-screening/screening activities.
Independently master study materials and perform study related processes, procedures, and assessments as defined in study protocol and in compliance with regulating bodies.
Coordinate and administer patient care in compliance with protocol requirements. Independently review patients for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug and thoroughly document and report all findings to physician and care team.