Research Nurse III New

Position Description:

Summary

Conduct clinical research studies and implement research protocol. Provide and document complex research observations and perform precise collection of specimens.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate, evaluate and follow patient participation in clinical research. This includes, but is not limited to identifying, enrolling and consenting patients, organizing study visits and follow-ups, responding to patient telephone calls.
• Administer protocol specific interventions up to and including infusions, transfusions, injections, vaccinations, oral medications, vascular access (IV/Port/PICC), spirometry testing, survey collection, and venipuncture phlebotomy.
• Assist in the collection and evaluation of data. Complete all forms required for proper protocol documentation. Enter patient data into database and other programs. Maintain patient records.
• Under physician direction, perform protocol-specific clinical tasks including patient assessment, screening, ordering tests, collecting specimens, and monitoring responses.
• Identify problems or obstacles in the system/procedures related to implementation of the research protocols and data collection, and communicate to the study investigators. Notify appropriate personnel of any complications or untoward effects of research.
• Provide patient and family education. May provide staff education concerning research protocols as required.
• Assist with the development, implementation and monitoring of QI activities. Implement and conduct quality control processes to ensure the highest data standards. Develop clinical review data review plan and edit check specifications.
• Maintain and manage data and data systems supporting research activities. This includes correspondence with IRBs; forms and data entry and cross-checks; development and maintenance of computerized record systems to track and account for patient’s participation.
• Assure compliance with all relevant Internal Review Boards (IRB) and other regulatory requirements, including proper protocol documentation, verifying informed consent, and maintaining the confidentiality of participants and research data.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Preferred Schedule:

1st and 2nd Shift Hours, as needed, pool nurse

Position Requirements:

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

• Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.
• Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum Required Experience: 4 years
• Required Certification/Licensure(s): Wisconsin RN License
  
  

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

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