About this role
Facilitates the start-up of clinical projects in an acute care/inpatient/outpatient setting. Assists in project initiation, which includes educating physicians and hospital staff, implementing study protocol assignments, facilitating patient enrollment and follow-up. Assures protocol compliance, reports to the study Sponsor, and coordinates study participation with the patient’s clinical health plan. The goal is to complete each clinical trial with required enrollment, retention of subjects, and accurate data in accordance with FDA guidelines. The RN will need to have a willingness to learn innovative procedures such as the preparation and administration of stem cells, the use of investigational devices and the administration of investigational medications.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
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EDUCATION: RN Diploma degree or Associates in Nursing required, BSN preferred, BSN must be obtained within 5 years of date of hire.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years direct patient care experience required with 3 years clinical research and FDA/IRB regulations operations preferred.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Photocopier, fax equipment, computer, all medical equipment appropriate to research, and strong organizational skills. Excellent communication skills, all essential patient care equipment and duty knowledge.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:
Licensed and Registered by the State of Ohio as a Registered Nurse.
Basic Life Support (BLS)