Clinical Research Nurse - Neurology - Alzheimer

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or higher from an accredited school of nursing Experience One year acute care or clinical research experience Licenses and Certifications RN – Registered Nurse – Texas State Licensure (Texas Board of Nursing) and PSV Compact Licensure (must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days if establishing Texas residency) BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association Skills and Abilities Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on‑going skill assessments and performance evaluations Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a manner consistent with a customer‑service focus and positive language principles Demonstrates clinical problem solving and critical thinking using an analytical approach Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision, including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem‑solving Exhibits strong interpersonal and team‑player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to patients, visitors, physicians and co‑workers Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems including Hospital Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

People Uses therapeutic communication (active listening and teaching) to provide research‑intervention care to clinical research patients and coordinates with interprofessional team as written in the research protocol; consistently responds positively to requests for assistance Provides patient education regarding disease process and involves patient and family in decision‑making; evaluates patient comprehension and adapts teaching methods; advocates on behalf of patients/families to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns using appropriate resources Facilitates onboarding and orientation for new staff with the Clinical Trials Manager; precepts new clinical research staff in clinical setting; uses peer‑to‑peer accountability toward improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement Service Manages multiple projects at different stages of the clinical research process (Phase 1‑4) Coordinates pre‑site and site initiation visits; trains hospital and clinic nurses/physicians on scientific aspects and protocol requirements of research studies; attends off‑site investigator meetings Provides comprehensive nursing assessments to develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate activities associated with all phases of clinical research projects; monitors safety of all research subjects and reports adverse events Drives improvement of department score for patient satisfaction through peer‑to‑peer accountability to service standards Quality/Safety Follows the clinical research protocol and nursing process, modifying care based on continuous evaluation of the research patient’s condition; performs nursing functions independently and in collaboration with the Principal Investigator as approved by Hospital administration Collects, processes and ships protocol‑required lab specimens; maintains supply and equipment inventory; maintains laboratory certification; completes study close‑out procedures, including returning study materials to the sponsor and data archiving Collaborates and prepares with the Principal Investigator, IRB and regulatory documents for submission, ensuring compliance with local and federal regulatory standards and ICH/Good Clinical Practice guidelines Finance Assists financial analyst in development of calendar and Medicare cost analysis; verifies standard‑of‑care procedures vs. research; approves study calendars for the Clinical Trials Management System Identifies, recruits and consents clinical research subjects; monitors enrollment goals and modifies strategies as needed Enter study‑related data into the Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) in accordance with Houston Methodist Research Institute policy Growth/Innovation Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement in patient care operations using evidence‑based practice literature; offers solutions through evidence‑based practice and performance‑improvement projects Maintains accountability for ongoing professional growth and development; participates in unit activities; updates individual development plan (IDP) continuously Supplemental Requirements Work Attire Uniform: Yes Scrubs: Yes Business professional: No Other (department approved): No On‑Call *Note that employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies (e.g., disaster, severe weather events, etc.) regardless of selection below. On Call: No Travel **Travel specifications may vary by department** May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No #J-18808-Ljbffr Houston Methodist