Nurse Research Coordinator

Methodist Health System • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Nurse Research Coordinator performs advanced-level research coordination to support IRB-approved clinical research across Methodist Health System and its affiliates. In addition to customary research coordination activities, the coordinator works under the direction of the principal investigator to perform study-related assessments and procedures, including physical examinations, transient elastography (TE), electrocardiograms (ECGs), infusion therapy, phlebotomy, and administration of medications as outlined in the research protocol.

The role manages a patient caseload and supports study operations, data collection, and research oversight. The coordinator must have effective organizational skills, a high level of knowledge of EPIC or a similar EHR/EMR, the ability to efficiently abstract data from patient medical records, and an understanding of medical terminology across a variety of medical disciplines. Reliable transportation and regular local travel are required.

Requirements

• Associate, bachelor's, or higher degree in a science-related field.
• Three years of experience in industry-sponsored research.
• LVN or RN credential.
• Effective organizational skills.
• High-level knowledge of EPIC or a similar EHR/EMR.
• Ability to efficiently abstract data from patient medical records.
• Understanding of medical terminology for a variety of medical disciplines.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally regularly.

Nice To Haves

• Certification from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA), or Research Administrators Certification Council (RACC) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, monitor, and manage a caseload of patients.
• Perform study-related procedures as indicated by the study protocol.
• Enter data into the designated Electronic Data Capture (EDC) system with minimum error and address queries in a timely manner.
• Assess and determine patient eligibility according to protocol criteria.
• Develop data collection tools and source documentation.
• Facilitate industry-sponsored research monitoring visits and audits.
• Perform study-related assessments and procedures under the principal investigator’s direction, including physical examinations, transient elastography, electrocardiograms, infusion therapy, phlebotomy, and protocol-specified medication administration.
• Complete other duties as assigned to support the Methodist Health System Clinical Research Institute.
• Travel locally regularly.

What This Job Offers

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