Registered Nurse Clinical Research

Responsible for assessing proposed study protocols and for the coordination and implementation of all nursing and administrative activities related to clinical trials. Performs within the parameters for which he or she is qualified by education, training, experience and licensure.

• Coordinates all research study activities with the Principal Investigator and has direct nursing care responsibilities.
• Coordinates and manages clinical studies according to OHRP and FDA regulations, as well as ICH Good Clinical Practices and IRB requirements.
• Develops tactical study procedures and any necessary study documents not provided by sponsor or IRB.
• Educates staff regarding research and study protocols.
• Screens and recruits patients based on protocol criteria.
• Explains study protocols, procedures and treatments to patients and families; conducts the Informed Consent process in conjunction with study investigators.
• Ensures that an original copy of any subject’s Informed Consent Document is in the research binders and a copy on the subject’s medical record.
• May function as Primary Coordinator for research studies.
• Responsible for all investigational drug accountability and dispensing.
• Coordinates with the pharmacist if on Delegation Log and administers Investigational Drug as per protocol.
• Serves as a resource for department members for medical interpretations of research process and protocol specifics.
• Assess each proposed study protocol with critical analysis of potential implementation and patient care.
• Dedicates to creative/innovative growth of research in the division.
• Aquires continuing education pertinent to research and applicable licensed profession.
• Responsible for maintaining good clinical practice standards, addressing non‑compliance issues, developing corrective action plans.
• Executes medical orders within parameters of education, training and licensure.
• Conducts study activities to ensure all safety parameters.
• Investigational device accounting and dispensing.
• Facilitates administrative review and approval of proposed studies.
• Provides/coordinates the highest level of contact, counseling and support services.
• Coordinated study activities and patient care with medical staff (cardiologist and PCP, etc.).
• Implements and adheres to study protocol; performs phlebotomy and IV procedures.
• Prepares laboratory specimens for analysis, monitoring tests and procedures, shipping frozen specimens.
• Maintains patient records in EMR and appropriate hospital records.
• Assesses and reports adverse study events to the IRB and any research sponsors.
• Completes all paperwork affiliated with the study, including but not limited to the requirements of the facility, the IRB and the study Sponsor.
• Maintains copies of all research related correspondence.
• Maintains professional relationships with sponsors, Clinical Research Organizations, research teams, pharmacies, laboratories, IRBs and hospitals for coordination of research activities.
• Reviews research and pertinent journals, abstracts and scientific literature.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or other health related field – required with a minimum of two years’ experience in area of research specialty required.
• Minimum of two years clinical research experience.
• Licensed RN/CCRC is preferred; BLS Certification/ACLS preferred.
• Actively maintained CCRC (Certified Clinical Research Coordinator) preferred.

Kansas City Card Arrhythmia Research, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support
  , including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term 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), 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
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.