Research Nurse

Job Description Assists in research projects involving direct patient care, adhering to established protocols as directed by the Institutional Review Board (IRB). Works within scope of practice to perform clinical procedures. Collaborates with physicians and the clinical/ancillary team to ensure integrity of the research study. Job Responsibilities Participates in research project planning to determine feasibility of protocol implementation based on institutional capabilities, therapy, and/or population of interest. Collaborates with Principal Investigator (PI) to determine patient eligibility for clinical trials, including documentation of criteria specified in the protocol. Ensures initial/ongoing consent process is performed and documented in compliance with FDA, Good Clinical Practice, institutional policies, sponsor requirements, IRB, and related regulations, guidelines, and policies. Educates research subjects, families, and healthcare team members on study specifics and significant new information arising during the trial. Performs clinical procedures including but not limited to vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, electrocardiograms, administration of investigational agent (under PI supervision), IV placement, catheters, and patient assessment/questionnaire completion. Participates in audit preparation and facilitation for FDA, IRB, and related internal and external monitors and auditors. Evaluates disease response results and physical assessment data with the PI to determine response per protocol. Organizes all phases of grant process for submission to funding agencies and ensures adherence to clinical trial agreements and study budgets. Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned but related are not essential functions. Job Qualifications Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date. Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed. Experience with blood draws and IV insertions preferred. Experience with medicine administration preferred. Basic Life Support certification preferred. Medical-Surgical nursing experience preferred. Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity). #J-18808-Ljbffr