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HCA Healthcare · 2 days ago

RN Clinical Research

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

HCA Healthcare is committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity, and they are seeking an RN Clinical Research professional to join their team. The role involves assessing study protocols and coordinating all nursing and administrative activities related to clinical trials while ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining high standards of patient care.

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Responsibilities

Coordinates all research study activities with the Principal Investigator and has direct nursing care responsibilities

Coordinates and manages clinical studies according to OHRP and FDA regulations, as well as, ICH Good Clinical Practices and IRB requirements

Develops tactical study procedures

Develops any necessary study documents not provided by sponsor or IRB

Educates HCA staff regarding research and study protocols

Screens and recruits patients based on protocol criteria

Explains study protocols, procedures and treatments to patients and families

Conducts the Informed Consent process in conjunction with study investigators

Ensure that an original copy of any subjects Informed Consent Document is the in the research binders, as well as, a copy on the subject's medical record

May function as Primary Coordinator for research studies

Responsible for all investigational drug accountability and dispensing

Coordinates with Pharmacist if on Delegation Log

Administers Investigational Drug as per protocol

Serve as a resource for department members for medical interpretations of research process and protocol specifics

Assess each proposed study protocol with critical analysis of potential implementation and patient care

Dedicate to creative/innovative growth of research in the division

Acquire continuing education pertinent to research and applicable licensed profession

Responsible for maintaining good clinical practice standards, addressing non-compliance issues, developing corrective action plans

Execute medical orders within parameters of education, training and licensure

Conduct study activities helping to ensure all safety parameters

Investigational device accounting and dispensing

Facilitate administrative review and approval of proposed studies

Provide/coordinate the highest level of contact, counseling and support services

Coordinate study activities and patient care with medical staff (cardiologist and PCP, etc.)

Implement and adhere to study protocol

Perform Phlebotomy and IV procedures

Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis, monitoring tests and procedures, shipping frozen specimens

Maintain patient records in EMR and appropriate hospital records

Assess and report adverse study events, included to the IRB and any research sponsors

Complete all paperwork affiliated with the study, including but not limited to the requirements of the facility, the IRB and the study Sponsor

Maintain copies of all research related correspondence

Conduct study activities helping to ensure all safety parameters

Maintain professional relationships with sponsors, Clinical Research Organizations, research teams, pharmacies, laboratories, IRB’s, and hospitals for the coordination of research activities

Review research and pertinent journals, abstracts and scientific literature

Practice and adhere to the 'Code of Conduct' philosophy and 'Mission and Value Statement'

Qualification

Licensed RNClinical research experienceBLS CertificationCCRC CertificationData management processesMedical terminologyTechnical writing skillsUnderstanding complex instructionsCooperative work environmentQualitySafety standardsScientific research protocolHandling multiple prioritiesMS Office proficiencyAnalyzing scientific dataGovernment regulations knowledgeMedical coding knowledgeLeadership skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsCommunication skills

Required

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or other health related field – required

Minimum of two years' experience in area of research specialty required

Minimum of two years clinical research experience

Licensed RN

BLS Certification

Demonstrated leadership skills

Outstanding technical writing skills and understanding of medical terminology/research

Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, clinical and administrative staff and the public

Ability to understand and follow complex, detailed technical instructions

Ability to foster a cooperative work environment

Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards

Ability to understand and follow basic scientific research protocol and procedure

Ability to handle multiple priorities at once with minimal supervision

Highly proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint), email, internet

Advanced understanding of data management processes

Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data and skilled in the use of computerized systems and databases

Knowledge of government regulations and compliance issues regarding clinical research and protection of human subjects (e.g. 'Common Rule', 'GCP', etc.)

Knowledge of medical coding and billing procedures in a physician practice setting

Preferred

CCRC is preferred

ACLS preferred

Actively maintained CCRC (Certified Clinical Research Coordinator) preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

Colleague recognition program

Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Company

HCA Healthcare

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HCA Healthcare provides medical education and healthcare services in locally managed facilities. It is a sub-organization of North Florida Endoscopy Center.

Founded in 1968

Nashville, Tennessee, USA

10001+ employees