Research Nurse Specialist (RN) | $108,972–$125,388

Purple Cow Recruiting•New York, NY

17d•$108,972 - $125,388•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Nurse Specialist provides nursing care and research support for patients participating in research studies. The role supports ethical, high-quality care; assesses patient eligibility and responses to study drugs; coordinates study-related tests and follow-up; ensures adherence to study protocols; and performs laboratory procedures related to research specimens. The position is in person in New York, NY, and reports to the Research Nurse Manager. Travel is not required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
Approximately two years of related work experience in a clinical setting.
Current New York State Registered Nurse License and Registration.

Responsibilities

Ensure optimal quality of medical care for patients participating in research studies and maintain ethical conduct consistent with healthcare standards.
Assist in developing educational aids and manuals for patients and staff as necessary.
Participate in continuing education programs and educate nursing staff regarding drug protocols.
Assist with updating policies and procedures.
Maintain knowledge of new treatment methods, including venous access devices.
Arrange patient follow-up visits and perform appropriate physical and psychological assessments to identify potential effects of study drugs.
Implement appropriate interventions in the event of adverse patient responses.
Assess patient eligibility for investigational studies.
Review patient histories, abstracts, and records; document relevant information and pre-study laboratory data.
Obtain baseline laboratory blood work and arrange necessary scans.
Review informed consent with patients.
Coordinate and educate patients and medical personnel regarding required follow-up testing.
Assist physicians with preparation of Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents.
Maintain correspondence with study sponsors and the IRB.
Ensure adherence to study protocols and monitor study drugs according to protocol.
Monitor and/or perform pharmacokinetic studies as specified in study protocols.
Perform laboratory procedures associated with specimen processing, storage, and shipment.