Day LPN

IQVIA•Fairfax, VA

19h•$43,400 - $108,200

About The Position

The Day LPN supports study sites in coordinating Phase I–IV clinical research studies. The role helps ensure studies are conducted in accordance with study protocols, standard operating procedures, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and other applicable guidelines and regulations. The LPN coordinates studies under the supervision of a principal investigator and supports volunteer safety, clinical care, study procedures, data quality, and communication with the study team and monitor.

Requirements

At least 1 year of relevant experience.
Current active nursing license in the state, country, or region where the site is located.
Good knowledge of clinical trials and in-depth knowledge of Good Clinical Practice principles.
Skill in using MS Windows and Office applications.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and a good command of English.
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Effective organizational skills and close attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.

Responsibilities

Coordinate clinical research studies conducted by a supervising principal investigator.
Maintain current nursing skills, training, and knowledge of best nursing practices and clinical research topics.
Safeguard volunteer well-being, maintain a safe environment, advocate for volunteers, address volunteer and visitor concerns, assist nursing staff in care delivery, and report deviations from normal practice to senior staff.
Review study protocols, case report forms (CRFs), study documents, and electronic data capture systems.
Participate in project meetings and team huddles as needed.
Prepare clinical study setups, including labeling specimen collection tubes and containers and arranging equipment and documents.
Plan logistics for protocol-required procedures, generate volunteer instructions, and obtain necessary supplies and equipment.
Prepare and deliver study-specific training materials, documents, and records.
Troubleshoot study issues and support daily task execution to expected standards.
Assist with data-quality checks and query resolution to ensure data adheres to the protocol and is accurate and complete.
Recruit and screen volunteers against predetermined study inclusion criteria.
Orient volunteers to the study and site, including its purpose, procedures, and visit timelines.
Administer and maintain custody of study drugs in accordance with site standard operating procedures.
Perform clinical procedures, including ECGs, specimen collection and phlebotomy, spirometry, vital signs, cannulation, and cardiac telemetry monitoring.
Collect, record, and report clinical data and findings in CRFs; inform the study investigator of relevant adverse events and serious adverse events according to protocol procedures.
Cooperate with study monitors and reserve sufficient time to answer their questions.