Washington University in St. Louis is looking to hire an RN to support cardiology clinical trials by coordinating and implementing research studies, enrolling eligible patients, and ensuring thorough documentation of data collection. This role aims to advance the understanding and treatment of heart and vascular diseases and improve patient outcomes through cutting-edge research.
Requirements
- Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
- Current or recent experience with analytical research experience
- Clinical Research Certification.
- Active Listening
- Clinical Research Coordination
- Clinical Research Management
- Clinical Research Methods
Responsibilities
- Works under the Principal Investigator’s (PI) guidance to meet the research objective of the project.
- Facilitates and implements study start-up activities including (but not limited to): trial feasibility assessment; study logistics; IRB (both local and central) submissions and other applicable regulatory requirements; budgetary and contract review and approval.
- Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; documents, collects data and assists physicians.
- Works with research team to identify, screen and enroll study subjects.
- Ensures protocol requirements are met including (but not limited to): direct contact with research participants; collection of basic health information; coordination of study related procedures; handling, processing and shipping of research specimens, source documentation and data entry.
- Coordinates handling of specimens, administration of clinical trials, collection of source information and case reporting.
- Prepares/submits reportable event reports to sponsor(s), IRBs and regulatory agencies in accordance with the study protocol and established policies, procedures, and regulations.
Other
- A diploma, certification or degree is not required.
- Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- Ability to communicate effectively and interact professionally with patients, families and research staff.
- M-F day position on-site at the BJH/Wash U Medical Center location on Kingshighway, across the street from Forest Park.
