Registered Nurse; RN; Clinical Research - Richmond Cancer Institute Medical Oncology at St. Francis, PT

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Research - Richmond Cancer Institute Medical Oncology at St. Francis, PT
** Clinical Research RN*
* The Clinical Research RN ensures the veracity and quality of clinical trials are maintained and conducted in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, including IRB approvals. This position is primarily responsible for the accurate completion of study visit procedures and collection of information from study subjects according to protocols, and for protecting the health, safety, and welfare of research participants, while acting as an advocate for research subjects.

The nurse will be active in the promotion, education, and enrollment of participants to clinical trials. Maintains accurate patient records and organized filing system. Provides data management for all research subjects who are on study and in follow-up. Monitors data for trends, protocol violations, or other patterns that may require action. Prepares for research base audits and assists with regulatory requirements.

Submits required data forms to the appropriate groups, including, but not limited to other hospital departments and research groups, within the required time frame. 

** Essential Job Functions*
* + Coordinates research studies in a team approach per study protocol, meeting protocol guidelines and all applicable IRB and FDA regulations. Reviews research protocols prior to study initiation. Collaborates with all members of research team in developing and implementing strategies for the effective management of research studies. Coordinate with research physicians and other study staff for timely completion of all study activities.

 

+ Ensures compliance with each study protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each study visit for every subject.  

+ Participates in recruitment and selection of study participants by interviewing and documenting medical history to determine compliance with eligibility requirements.  

+ Provides accurate and complete data management for all research patients on study and in follow-up 

+ Monitor data trends, protocol violations, or other patterns that may require action.  

+ Ensures site compliance with research protocols by reviewing all regulatory requirements to confirm implementation of appropriate methods, practices, and procedures for all research activities. Supports the regulatory staff in the maintenance of regulatory documents.  

+ Provides accurate and timely data collection, documentation, and entry.  

+ Maintains subject research records through the creation of source documentation. Transcribes data collected into applicable study documentation completely and accurately. Records all research subject activities to facilitate the tracking of sponsor payments.  

+ Communicates study specific requirements to, and collaborates with the research study team, including internal and external parties, sponsors, monitors, investigators, and study participants. 

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

** Licensing/Certification*
* Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in applicable state.  

Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card. 

(In South Carolina) valid driver's license with a good driving record

** Education*
* Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college/university (required) 

** Work Experience*
* Experience/knowledge in disease prevention, education, risk assessment, screening programs, and physical examination (required) 

Minimum of two years experience in clinical research trials (preferred)

** Training*
* None

** Range:*
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** Minimum:**  $36.42

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