Sr Research Nurse

HCA Healthcare • Asheville, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Research Nurse coordinates multiple research protocols, serves as a liaison with local investigators and research personnel, and acts as a central resource for assigned research projects. The role requires moderate to advanced independence in research coordination and the ability to apply those skills across a broad range of study types. This is a hospital-based position.

The nurse coordinates study operations from feasibility through closeout, supports site development and performance, and ensures that protocol requirements, regulatory standards, patient assessments, documentation, and data requests are completed accurately and on time. The position also collaborates with investigators, sponsors, hospital departments, and research staff, and provides protocol instruction and continuing education as applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Active RN license required.
• Knowledge of federal regulations and good clinical practices (GCP).
• Knowledge of medical and research terminology.
• Computer skills, including use of clinical trial databases, electronic data capture, and MS Word or Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse team of professionals.
• Organizational and prioritization capabilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision at off-site facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of relevant research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete study medication order forms accurately and obtain required physician or appropriate designee signatures before medication administration or treatment.
• Perform routine operational activities for multiple research protocols.
• Liaise with site research personnel, industry sponsors, and the Supervisor.
• Collaborate with site departments and teams, including finance, hospital administration, and the local IRB when applicable.
• Coordinate protocol schedules of assessments from initial feasibility submission through study closeout.
• Coordinate Site Facility Review Committee submissions and approvals, when applicable.
• Provide instruction on research protocols to appropriate staff, including interpretation of test results, observations, and study data.
• Assess patients and document findings at each clinic visit while they are on protocol.
• Document protocol-required tasks, including medication forms, questionnaires, neurological exams, vital signs, and laboratory draw times.
• Ensure medications are approved by the appropriate designee before treatment begins or medication regimens change.
• Calculate and document BSA, creatinine, STS calculations, and other protocol-required conversions.
• Document patient-related interactions while enrolled in a protocol, including follow-up and survival information and interactions involving home health, pharmacies, and patient calls.
• Maintain understanding of state guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Ensure follow-up appointments, imaging, and related procedures are scheduled according to protocol requirements.
• Complete data requests, including queries, and submit them with source documentation within the timeframe specified in the SOP.
• Re-consent patients in a timely manner and document the process appropriately.
• Work with site personnel and local investigators to assess site feasibility and performance.
• Meet regularly with physician investigators, when applicable, to assess study performance and site satisfaction.
• Create and support a climate of trust, openness, and honest communication.
• Collaborate with other departments, including non-invasive services, finance, and laboratory, to develop and implement research-supporting processes.
• Facilitate continuing education and training for investigators, as applicable.
• Practice and adhere to the Code of Conduct philosophy and Mission and Value Statement.
• Satisfy all responsibilities of the Research Nurse job description.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time-away programs including paid time off, paid family leave, disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior