Research Nurse Specialist
About The Position
We are currently searching for a Research Nurse Specialist to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) through the provision of research support services. This role functions within a team of clinical providers and research support staff to support the coordination and execution of NHLBI research protocols and clinical trials. This is a full-time opportunity located in Bethesda, MD. Work with a diverse clinical research team including physicians, advanced practice providers, patient care coordinators, protocol navigators, and data managers to support the coordination of clinical research studies. Coordinate clinical research activities to meet the protocol requirements and manage the research participant’s experience throughout the life cycle of a study. Educate and counsel patients participating in research studies, including following up with patients in long-term studies. Facilitate patient recruitment and enrollment into ongoing research studies. Support compliance with protocol regulatory requirements. Manage clinical research data and support data quality assurance.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Active, current license as a registered nurse in the United States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
- 2+ years of nursing experience in one of the following clinical specialties: cardiology, pulmonary, hematology, hematology/oncology, vascular medicine, and/or sickle cell disease.
- 2+ years of experience in clinical research coordination, supporting phase 1 and phase 2 clinical trials with complex patient populations.
- Skilled in managing the unique needs of very ill patients in a research setting.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience at the NIH Clinical Center is highly preferred.
- Clinical Research certification a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to fast-paced, high-acuity research environments.
Responsibilities
- Work with a diverse clinical research team including physicians, advanced practice providers, patient care coordinators, protocol navigators, and data managers to support the coordination of clinical research studies.
- Coordinate clinical research activities to meet the protocol requirements and manage the research participant’s experience throughout the life cycle of a study.
- Educate and counsel patients participating in research studies, including following up with patients in long-term studies.
- Facilitate patient recruitment and enrollment into ongoing research studies.
- Support compliance with protocol regulatory requirements.
- Manage clinical research data and support data quality assurance.
Benefits
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
- Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Care.com annual membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
