Registered Nurse

Clinical Trial Registered NurseThe Registered Nurse participates in the conduct of clinical trials, monitoring safety and well-being of the subjects, and assists the study team with all functions related to the execution of protocols.ResponsibilitiesTime management techniques must be used to manage multiple projects efficiently to ensure specified project objectives, timelines, and quality requirements are met.Read and execute assigned protocol tasks.Insert angio-catheters for blood sampling and intravenous medication.Oversee and perform data collection in a manner that is consistent with Standard Operating Procedures, the study protocol, and the standards of GCP.Obtain required blood samples through angio-catheters and direct venipuncture.Perform sample collection of urine, feces, and timed urine collection.Obtain vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature).Obtain medical history, height, and weight of subjects.Perform electrocardiograms.Monitor and manage adverse events through documentation of clinical observations.Monitor concomitant medications.Provide clinical care to subjects during study participation.Monitor activities of Medical Assistants, LPNs, and Study Assistants.Perform accurate and timely completion of case report forms (CRFs).Perform emergency and resuscitative interventions as appropriate.Assist in the training and mentoring of new personnel.Provide leadership in the CRU in the absence of the Study Coordinator.Other duties as assignedThe salary for this position is $45-50/hr. Final compensation is based on skills, experience, location, and overall expertise.RequirementsMust have graduated from an accredited nursing program and be a Registered Nurse with a current NY/NJ license. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.Training in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) will be required.Three (3) years experience working in a clinical setting is required with extensive experience with telemetry monitoring in a CCU/ICU setting, and clinical trial experience is preferred.Must be familiar with Microsoft Office® products and possess computer skills necessary to deliver project objectives.Must be able to prioritize activities in a manner consistent with Clinical Research Unit goals: act with professionalism under adverse conditions, handle confidential information with discretion; work under minimum supervision to accomplish complex tasks; accept challenges and new responsibilities; actively manage the changing priorities and work distribution based upon needs of the unit; and assist the team to stay focused on objectives with results orientation.Must exhibit a positive work attitude and high productivity, consistently deliver on commitments, facilitate the work of the project team, and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.