Clinical Research Nurse

Cape Fox Shared Services is seeking a highly skilled Clinical Research Nurse to join our team in Baltimore, MD. As a Clinical Research Nurse, you will play a critical role in supporting the National Institutes of Health (NIH) research efforts.

• Conduct thorough assessments and collect medical histories and physicals for research participants.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze data, entering and tracking patient information.
• Monitor participants' physiologic condition throughout their visit and upon discharge.
• Assess, record, and report patient reactions to drugs, and report study drug adverse reactions to staff.
• Schedule testing and clinic appointments, initiate medical records, and make admission room reservations.
• Assess patient progress through follow-up by phone, written correspondence, or email.
• Plan, implement, evaluate, and document care provided, per protocol requirements and good clinical practice standards.
• Enter clinical and research data into medical records, case report forms, and/or computer systems.
• Perform and assist physicians with basic physical examinations.
• Perform procedures like IV placement, phlebotomy, and administering medications, and monitor patient progress.
• Perform phlebotomy to collect clinical and research blood samples per doctor's orders and protocol requirements.
• Perform specialized testing and document care provided, per protocol requirements.
• Respond to emergency situations and illness of participants, including direct admissions for participants.
• Perform Apheresis using Spectra-Optia or equivalent apheresis machines on participants in research studies at the NIA Clinical Research Unit.
• Perform Clinical Research (CRC) duties.
• Perform other testing/procedures as per research protocols.
• Obtain informed consent after documented training in protection of human subject's research issues and approval of Principal Investigator (PI).
• Incorporate research protocol requirements into the delivery of care for participants in support of the NIA research efforts, in accordance with standards of NIA Protocol Office and IRB.
• Ensure needed medications/supplies are readily available.
• Perform QC/QA and maintain equipment in good working order.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines for proper disposal of biohazard and chemical wastes.
• Administer and document medications per physician's orders.
• Insert and maintain peripheral access intravenous (IV) lines.
• Teach patients and families about conditions, treatments, and medications.
• Communicate abnormal results and problems and concerns to the research staff and inform patients of processes and activities for review and follow-up.
• Prepare patients for surgical and/or diagnostic procedures, thoroughly explaining the activities and steps of the procedure and anticipated outcomes.
• Provide participant education regarding the research program or testing procedure and instruct participants on computerized testing.
• Schedule patients and return patients' phone calls.
• Prepare medication instructions and detail steps necessary to properly self-administer and monitor and report results in the case of adverse reactions.
• Collaborate with physicians to plan, evaluate, coordinate, and revise programs to deliver the most efficient healthcare service.
• Attend patient rounds and protocol information meetings and participate in patient care conferences and write and maintain research protocols.
• Manage testing to ensure that projects and protocol responsibilities are completed within timelines given the availability and allocation of resources related to clinical trials.
• Plan, implement, evaluate, and document care provided, per protocol requirements and good clinical practice standards.
• Incorporate research protocol requirements into the delivery of care for participants in support of the research efforts.
• Coordinate the collection and analysis of research data; ensure that all records are complete.
• Coordinate research study protocols in conjunction with the NIA researchers and the research staff.
• Review clinical laboratory values in conjunction with the medical staff and/or PI, discuss findings with the participant, and recommend follow-up as needed.
• Attend clinical unit meetings as needed.
• Perform professional nursing duties in the care of patients and serve as the primary nurse for a specific population of patients.
• Assist Nurse Practitioners in evaluating and making recommendations to improve patient care and adhere to good clinical practices.
• Review standard nursing procedures and document areas in need of improvement.
• Review patient and patient family feedback and provide summary reporting for further review.
• Research industry best practices and recommend those for further evaluation.
• Communicate with researchers to determine needs as per protocol.
• Participate in development and training programs, both internally and externally.
• Mentor new staff as needed.
• Perform clinical monitoring for clinical research studies as assigned.
• Review/edit and write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed.
• Assess participant's physiologic condition upon admission, throughout visit, and upon discharge.
• Plan, implement, evaluate, and document care provided, per protocol requirements and good clinical practice standards.
• Assess patient for follow-up information by phone, written correspondence, or email.
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Provide cardiac monitoring if indicated.
• Assess, record, and report patient reactions to drugs; report study drug adverse reactions to staff.
• Insert and maintain peripheral access intravenous (IV) lines.
• Perform phlebotomy to collect clinical and research blood samples per doctor's orders and protocol requirements.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines for proper disposal of biohazard and chemical wastes.
• Implement QC measures.
• Ensure the security of the premises and respond to security issues and breaches.
• Incorporate research protocol requirements into the delivery of care for participants in support of the NIA research efforts, in accordance with standards of NIA Protocol Office and IRB.
• Perform specialized testing/procedures as per research protocol after documented training.
• Obtain informed consent after documented training in protection of human subject's research issues and approval of Principal Investigator (PI).
• Inform Clinical Nurse Manager and staff of the progress of protocols and the functions of the clinical unit; provide relevant and timely input on pertinent nursing implications for the NIA Research Unit.
• Upon completion of orientation and satisfactory employment, serve as preceptor for new personnel.
• Enter clinical and research data into medical records, case report forms, and/or computer systems.
• Attend clinical unit meetings as needed.
• Participate in development and training programs, both internally and externally.
• Provide participant education; instruct participants on computerized testing.
• Perform appropriate action plan in response to emergency situations and/or illness of participants, including admissions for participants.

Additional Responsibilities:

In the event of an emergency, the contract employee will provide all updated personal contact information to Kelly Government Solutions (KGS) to ensure rapid response. As an emergency staff member, the contract employee will perform assigned duties as requested to help protect NIA's critical resources and ensure the continuation of NIA Critical Core Functions.

Requirements:

• Current RN licensure in the state of Maryland.
• Experience in clinical research nursing or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in computerized testing and data entry.
• Knowledge of research protocols and good clinical practice standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Working Conditions:

The Clinical Research Nurse will work in a fast-paced clinical research environment, interacting with patients, researchers, and other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively in a team environment, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Cape Fox Shared Services is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits employment decisions based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation.