Clinical Research Nurse Cardiology

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

We will consider candidates who would need to relocate with relocation assistance offered

This position is employee referral eligible with a bonus up to $5,000

As a Clinical Research Nurse (CRN), you will be vital in managing and executing clinical trials and research projects focused on advancing clinical care. You will work closely with the Market Clinical Research Manager (MCRM) to ensure our research program's smooth operation and success.

The CRN's responsibilities include:

Patient Care: Providing compassionate and expert care to research participants, performing clinical assessments and procedures within your RN scope of practice, including blood draws, injections, and neurological assessments. You will also report changes in patient condition to the Principal Investigator (PI) and other relevant personnel.

Data Management: Collecting and reporting data accurately and timely, ensuring protocol and sponsor requirements compliance

Recruitment and Enrollment: Developing and implementing strategies to recruit and retain research participants, actively screening and enrolling them in neurological trials.

Study Coordination: Coordinating all study-related visits, procedures, and activities, scheduling participant appointments, and preparing required documents and forms

Compliance: Ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and CommonSpirit Health regulations, working with the MCRM to maintain the research program's integrity

Communication: Serving as a liaison between participants, investigators, sponsors, IRBs, and other stakeholders to address questions and facilitate smooth study operations

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This job requires a highly qualified and experienced Clinical Research Nurse. Here's a summary of the essential requirements:

Education: A Bachelor's degree in a science or health-related field is mandatory

Licenses & Certifications: A current RN license in the state of employment, BLS certification, and a current CCRP or CCRC certification from SOCRA or ACRP are all required

Experience:

• At least 3 years of experience conducting clinical trials is essential
• At least 5 years of experience working as a primary research nurse on drug or device trials is preferred
•  A minimum of 3 years of nursing experience with patients in a healthcare setting in the clinical area of neurology

Knowledge: It is crucial to have a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements involving human subjects research, including FDA, OHRP, and GCP guidelines