At K2 Medical Research a privately-owned clinical research facility with Head Quarters in the Central Florida area we specialize in conducting multiphasic clinical trials that promote the development of innovative and effective medical treatments while maintaining the safety and privacy of our participants. We are committed to fighting the diseases that plague our loved ones and ourselves. By harnessing the power of advanced clinical research and connecting our patients with the treatments of tomorrow we can improve the health of our local communities and by extent the population of our world.
K2 is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator to join our team at our East Providence RI clinic. This pivotal role involves comprehensive management of clinical trial patients ensuring adherence to study protocols and contributing significantly to the successful execution of research studies. The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator will play a key role in the entire patient journey from initial contact through study completion.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Recruitment & Screening: Actively participate in the identification recruitment and pre-screening of potential study participants based on protocol-specific inclusion/exclusion criteria. Conduct thorough medical history reviews and initial assessments to determine eligibility.
- Enrollment: Guide eligible participants through the informed consent process ensuring full understanding of the study potential risks and benefits. Complete all necessary enrollment documentation accurately and promptly.
- Study Visit Management: Coordinate and manage all aspects of scheduled and unscheduled study visits ensuring all required procedures assessments and data collections are completed per protocol. This includes:
- Providing expert nursing care for patients receiving investigational therapies often delivered through intravenous therapy.
- Administering investigational products safely and accurately monitoring patient responses closely.
- Continuously monitoring patient safety and well-being promptly identifying and reporting adverse events.
- Maintaining timely accurate and comprehensive source documentation and case report forms (CRFs).
- Assisting with and/or performing trial-related procedures such as lumbar punctures lab collections and EKGs.
- Assessing patient tolerance to investigational products and implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
- Protocol Adherence: Ensure strict adherence to study protocols Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and all applicable regulatory requirements.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with investigators study sponsors and other research team members to ensure seamless study operations.
- Mentorship: Potentially perform preceptor duties for Infusion Nurse I roles sharing expertise and guiding new team members.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Strong motivational skills and abilities promoting a team-based approach Strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written Strong organizational and leadership skills.
- Goal oriented.
- Ability to maintain professional and positive attitude.
- Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.
- Aptitude for training others Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
Qualifications:
- Valid RN license required.
- Active CRNI certification preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a clinical setting with at least two (2) years in clinical research.
- Experience in a Clinical Research setting preferred.
- Proven IV insertion skills required.
- Strong understanding of clinical research principles GCP and regulatory requirements.
Benefits:
We value our employees and their professional and personal needs and support these through our benefit offerings:
- Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts Employer paid Long-Term disability and Life Insurance Short Term Disability Accident and Critical Illness Insurance Voluntary Life and Long-Term Care Insurance Legal Shield Employee Assistance Program and various discount programs.
- 401(K) Plans- Traditional and Roth plans are available; 4% employer match that is immediately vested
- PTO of 16 days per year 17 days after the first year of FT employment
- 9 paid Holidays
- K2 observes a four-day work week Monday through Thursday for full time employees. Fridays are non-working days unless required by business needs.
Join the K2 Family: Where Compassion and Connection Lead the Way!
At K2 Med people come first and were seeking warm wonderful humans who effortlessly click with everyone from our incredible patients to brilliant physicians and dedicated research staff. We thrive on empathy a patient-first approach and absolutelyzero big egos(unless its an ego about being extra kind then well allow it!). We believe a supportive caring experience is paramount for our patients and that starts with you.
We celebrate what makes you uniquely you! Your race color religion marital status age national origin or even your favorite snack (though were partial to good research snacks) dont define your talent or fit here. If you need a little extra support or accommodation due to a disability no sweat! Just reach out to our friendly team at and well ensure you have everything you need to shine.
Required Experience:
IC