Clinical Research Nurse 1

Clinical Research Nurse 1

The University of Miami/UHealth department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research Nurse 1 to work in Boca Raton, FL. The Clinical Research Nurse 1 ensures the integrity and quality of clinical research studies are maintained and conducted in accordance with practice guidelines, federal and sponsor regulations, and institutional policies and procedures. Additionally, the Clinical Research Nurse 1 plays a key role in the recruitment of participants and achievement of research objectives.

Core Job Functions:

• Assesses, troubleshoots, and reports problems with data collection to appropriate managing staff.
• Identifies desired research outcomes and evaluates and monitors subjects' responses.
• Conducts initiation visits and registers patients in clinical studies.
• Performs study data collection and entry using charts, correspondence, medical records, and relevant communications.
• Identifies and procures equipment and supplies needed to fulfill project requirements.
• Educates staff and subjects about protocols, treatment, possible side effects, and complications.
• May also collect and handle specimens as required by individual study protocols.
• Prepares and processes new research proposals and amendments and continually monitors applications and adverse events.
• Assists with study completion, data lock, study closeout, and archiving of study files to ensure completeness and continuity of all study data.
• Completes ongoing checks of clinical data entered on the case report forms to ensure accuracy and revises any discrepancies.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions:

• Provide support the research projects of the Comprehensive Center for Brain Health, under the supervision of Dr. James Galvin.
• Perform standardized scales, vital signs, and anthropometric measurements.
• Perform memory and functional screening or monitoring tools that allow for objective re-evaluation of change in performance and/or function over time.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of medical equipment, including infusion pumps and defibrillator.
• Order, stock, and maintain inventory of emergency medications, oxygen, and other supplies.
• Develop and execute patient emergency response plans when needed.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures as needed.
• Blood sample collection and processing per protocol requirement.
• Demonstrates critical nursing judgment to maintain the integrity of the research protocol without compromising patient safety.
• Demonstrates appropriate clinical skills relating to the execution of research protocols, such as determining eligibility, exclusion criteria, identifying need for modifications and adverse responses.
• Help prepare IRB applications.
• Assist in the development of recruitment strategies and promotional materials.
• Coordinate participant enrollment, determine patient eligibility and obtain informed consent.
• Create and maintain participant charts & coordinate participant appointments.
• Perform vital signs, neuro checks, EKGs, and blood draws for study participants.
• Collects, organizes and maintains source documentation.
• Ensure protocol is being followed as approved by the IRB.
• Report all adverse events.
• Participate in research activities by assisting in the collection of data, initiating research under supervision as appropriate.

Core Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
• Minimum One (1) year of experience required
• Valid State of Florida RN license required
• BLS from American Heart Association (AHA) required
• HIV certification required
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.