Research Nurse Heart Vascular - MGH

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

9h • $42 - $106 • Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Monday through Friday on site position; evening and weekend hours may occasionally be required to facilitate the conduct of the study Entry level research RN position with minimal face-to-face patient interaction. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of RN experience (required), BSN degree and a strong interest in research. Under the general direction of the Principal Investigator, physician investigators, and the Clinical Research Program Manager, the Research Study Nurse is responsible and accountable for assisting in the implementation of Cardiology research protocols. This full-time position works closely with the study team including study physicians, study monitor, and Cardiology administration. -Identifies and recruits eligible patients, collects, compiles, and completes case report forms for the study sponsor and coordinates related patient care activities in the inpatient and outpatient setting. -Works with physicians, NP/PAs, nurses, and patients to screen for study participation. -Obtains all necessary approvals and informed consent forms; screens and enrolls patients into the study. -Coordinates and implements the research study according to the study protocol, including blood sample collection/phlebotomy and processing. -Using the nursing process delivers professional nursing care and evaluates patients’ responses to study protocols, provides consultation to primary physicians, nurses, and technicians regarding protocol implementation and contributes to research publications. -Collaborates with the Principal Investigator (PI) regarding progress of the study, and the continuation/ termination of study subjects according to study protocol. -Acts as liaison between patient and other members of the team regarding patient care activities relating to the research protocol. -Submits clinical orders in Epic for research-related encounters per study protocol. -Conducts follow-up visits with patients as needed, may perform physicals with patients -Ensures clinical notes are well documented in EPIC when required -Assist with the compilation of relevant patients’ medical records from external hospitals/care centers -Manages study documentation, schedule and prepare for monitoring visits, close out study appropriately. -Responsible for adverse event monitoring and reporting; documents reportable events and other major concerns related to the studies and disseminates the information to the PI, Study Monitor and IRB as appropriate; -Acts as liaison with study sponsor, study monitor and Partners legal, budget, research management teams and any other department involved in the study. -Prepares and submits protocols and protocol related regulatory documents to the Institutional Review Board (IRB); works with the IRB on an ongoing basis throughout the study. -Assists the PI in implementing site monitoring plans; -Responsible for study-site start-up and teaching -Orders equipment/supplies -Uses Epic to manage research-related billing including enrolling patients in the study in Epic, linking orders, and reviewing charges per the contract and budget -Invoices sponsor for contract-required items using OnCore or appropriate mechanism. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and personally. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of RN experience (required)
• Clinical nursing experience 0-1 year required
• Associate's Degree Nursing required
• Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.
• Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.

Nice To Haves

• BSN degree
• strong interest in research

Responsibilities

• Identifies and recruits eligible patients, collects, compiles, and completes case report forms for the study sponsor and coordinates related patient care activities in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
• Works with physicians, NP/PAs, nurses, and patients to screen for study participation.
• Obtains all necessary approvals and informed consent forms; screens and enrolls patients into the study.
• Coordinates and implements the research study according to the study protocol, including blood sample collection/phlebotomy and processing.
• Using the nursing process delivers professional nursing care and evaluates patients’ responses to study protocols, provides consultation to primary physicians, nurses, and technicians regarding protocol implementation and contributes to research publications.
• Collaborates with the Principal Investigator (PI) regarding progress of the study, and the continuation/ termination of study subjects according to study protocol.
• Acts as liaison between patient and other members of the team regarding patient care activities relating to the research protocol.
• Submits clinical orders in Epic for research-related encounters per study protocol.
• Conducts follow-up visits with patients as needed, may perform physicals with patients
• Ensures clinical notes are well documented in EPIC when required
• Assist with the compilation of relevant patients’ medical records from external hospitals/care centers
• Manages study documentation, schedule and prepare for monitoring visits, close out study appropriately.
• Responsible for adverse event monitoring and reporting; documents reportable events and other major concerns related to the studies and disseminates the information to the PI, Study Monitor and IRB as appropriate;
• Acts as liaison with study sponsor, study monitor and Partners legal, budget, research management teams and any other department involved in the study.
• Prepares and submits protocols and protocol related regulatory documents to the Institutional Review Board (IRB); works with the IRB on an ongoing basis throughout the study.
• Assists the PI in implementing site monitoring plans;
• Responsible for study-site start-up and teaching
• Orders equipment/supplies
• Uses Epic to manage research-related billing including enrolling patients in the study in Epic, linking orders, and reviewing charges per the contract and budget
• Invoices sponsor for contract-required items using OnCore or appropriate mechanism.
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Free parking for nights and weekends
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.
• Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

What This Job Offers

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