Research Nurse Coordinator, RN

United Digestive•Sandy Springs, GA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

United Digestive’s Research Nurse Coordinator supports the Clinical Research Department and principal investigators with clinical and organizational tasks in accordance with clinical trial procedures and protocol requirements. The role provides clinical and administrative nursing support for research trials, studies, and projects. The coordinator is expected to have basic knowledge of clinical research activities and to support trials according to departmental needs, while adhering to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulatory requirements. This position is based in an office setting at AGA - Peachtree Dunwoody in Atlanta, Georgia. Travel is required as business needs dictate. The position is full-time, non-exempt, and paid hourly. All offers are contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screening.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Georgia.
Graduate of an accredited nursing program or a bachelor’s degree.
At least one year of clinical research experience.
Proficiency with healthcare system software.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with phlebotomy, specimen collection, and specimen processing.
Experience with ARUP preparation and handling.
IATA Packaging and Shipping Infectious Materials certification, or obtain it within 30 days of employment.
Collaborative Institutional Training within 30 days of employment.
Basic Life Support certification, or obtain it within 30 days of employment.
Computer literacy and ability to operate healthcare systems and multiple Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to communicate courteously and respectfully with patients, visitors, coworkers, and physicians, including by telephone, email, and in person.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete multiple delegated tasks.
Professional, outgoing, warm, and helpful attitude.

Responsibilities

Recruit and screen potential patients and obtain informed consent.
Assist with patient education about the benefits and risks of participating in a clinical trial.
Follow clinical trial protocols to collect and document participant data, including laboratory collection and processing, vital assessments, and study-specific procedures.
Provide direct nursing care according to United Digestive’s standards of practice.
Administer investigational products in accordance with clinical trial protocols.
Complete clinical assessments and safety evaluations of study subjects, and notify the principal investigator, sponsor, and study team according to reporting guidelines.
Maintain study data management in accordance with study requirements and contractual obligations.
Complete required study training and maintain knowledge of clinical and research protocols.
Maintain equipment and supply resources for research studies.
Maintain exam and work rooms, including sterilization, infection control, supplies, and equipment.
Follow CLIA Patient Safety Goals, infectious disease precautions when handling blood specimens, and IATA requirements for specimen shipment.
Respond to emails and voicemails and return patient calls in a timely, efficient, and professional manner.
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure patients are properly compensated for completed visits by documenting appropriate procedure completion.
Comply with and promote HIPAA requirements and maintain strict confidentiality.
Participate in staff meetings as directed by principal investigators and the Clinical Research Manager.
Cross-train and perform other functions as directed by principal investigators and the Clinical Research Manager.
Maintain strong relationships with principal investigators and sub-investigators on assigned studies.
Assist other Clinical Research Coordinators and Clinical Research Nurses with study visits as a backup coordinator when required and permitted by delegation of authority logs.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned within the research department.