RN Research Nurse Coordinator II - Infectious Diseases

Washington University in St. Louis•Taylor, MI

51d•Onsite

About The Position

Functions as the lead person on a research project; coordinates enrollment of study subjects; ensures adherence to study procedures consistent with the study protocol and verifiable source documentation; may supervise personnel assigned to work on the study. Coordinates with multidisciplinary teams to maintain continuity of care and human subject protection with a commitment to research integrity. May perform duties inclusive of those delegated to a Research Nurse Coordinator I.

Requirements

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Related Nursing Or Research (2 Years)
Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Nice To Haves

Clinical Research Certification.
B.S. - Bachelor of Science
B.S.N. - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Academic Research Setting ()
Active Listening
Clinical Research Coordination
Clinical Research Management
Clinical Research Methods
Clinical Research Operations
Clinical Techniques
Database Management
Detail-Oriented
Effective Written Communication
Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Nursing Fundamentals
Oral Communications
Patient Recruitment
Reporting Tools
Spreadsheet Software
Statistical Analysis Software (SAS)
Team Collaboration

Responsibilities

Works under the Principal Investigator’s (PI) guidance to meet the research objective of the project.
Facilitates and implements study start-up activities including (but not limited to): trial feasibility assessment; study logistics; IRB (both local and central) submissions and other applicable regulatory requirements; budgetary and contract review and approval.
Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; documents, collects data and assists physicians.
Works with research team to identify, screen and enroll study subjects.
Ensures protocol requirements are met including (but not limited to): direct contact with research participants; collection of basic health information; coordination of study related procedures; handling, processing and shipping of research specimens, source documentation and data entry.
May train and supervise staff assigned to work on the research project(s).
Coordinates handling of specimens, administration of clinical trials, collection of source information and case reporting.
Prepares/submits reportable event reports to sponsor(s), IRBs and regulatory agencies in accordance with the study protocol and established policies, procedures, and regulations.
Collaborates with sponsor’s research associates during monitoring activities by providing study documentation, data clarifications and reports as necessary.
Authorizes payments to ancillary organizations for services rendered and reconciles payments from organizations serviced.
Demonstrates experience in clinical trials management including strong organizational skills, independence and resourcefulness and an increased responsibility for the day-to-day conduction and oversight of multiple clinical trials.
Provides oversight of administration of study medications and/or study interventions, as appropriate.
Administers investigational products in approved settings.
Educates staff nurses caring for research patients by providing necessary information about the research study including intervention and potential adverse events and required study procedures.
Performs other duties incidental to the work described above.

Benefits

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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