Research Nurse – Adult Interventional Cardiology
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Job Summary
BASIC FUNCTION
University of Iowa Health Care Department of Internal Medicine Division of Cardiovascular Medicine is seeking a Research Nursewith a current Registered Nurse license in Iowa to apply clinical skills and evaluate and execute research protocols in Adult Interventional studies will be conducted throughout the Heart and Vascular Center (inpatient catheterization lab and ambulatory clinics). The position requires the academic knowledge of anatomy physiology and pathophysiology in adults. This position will have a large involvement with coordinating multiple parties.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Research/Clinical Activities:
Perform clinical/health care research activities in for interventional cardiology research which includes bedside management of subject participants before during and post interventional procedures as well as assessment during outpatient clinic visits or telephone contacts. Screen patient for study eligibility and consent for clinical trials.
Educate patient on scope of study potential risks and benefits possible alternatives and study requirements for patient.
Relay information to principal investigator and verify patient eligibility.
Administer study medication and identify adverse reactions.
Assure compliance with study protocol.
Obtain and process clinical trial specimens.
Assist participants with problems related to their cardiovascular protocol therapy such as consultation when calling reporting concerns related to: returning for emergency evaluation in the case of side effects questions related to treatment procedures or other related issues.
Protocol Development and Study Responsibilities:
Assist in the design development execution administration and maintenance of protocols and clinical studies and provide input into descriptions of complex research procedures.
Coordinate and oversee the administration and maintenance of clinical trial protocols.
Assist patients with problems related to protocol.
Develop study materials.
Review query reports. Resolve all monitoring visit issues.
Perform and monitor treatment randomizations.
Serve as liaison to local health care practitioners agencies and sponsors.
Ensure human subjects protection and provide care that is safe effective and efficient.
Subject Recruitment and Enrollment:
Screen recruit enroll and obtain informed consent for clinical research activities and perform skilled work in interventional cardiology research.
Oversee the recruitment of subjects and scheduling of trial-related procedures.
Provide thorough explanation about clinical trial to potential subjects. Seek out clarification from principal investigator or sub investigator when necessary.
Prepare and/or develop study recruitment and educational materials.
Data Collection and Monitoring:
Participate in the design; development and testing of clinical research trial data systems.
Collect and enter concise clinical research data required by the study sponsors according to the sponsors Institutional Research Board and Good Clinical Practice requirements.
Validate data and make recommendations for resolution.
Revise and implement change in data collection.
Regulatory Guidelines and Documents:
Manage and organize regulatory documentation.
Prepare and present Institutional Review Boards or other submissions and required regulatory documents.
Perform on-site audits of research and clinical data.
Monitor compliance of regulatory guidelines and proper maintenance of documents.
May recommend corrective action for reportable events.
Human Resources/Leadership:
May provide functional and/or administrative supervision.
Facilitate education and training activities.
Adhere to institutional policies and guidelines.
Mentor new staff under direction.
Financial Responsibility:
Develop and administer budget for study(ies).
Contribute to identification of increased cost/inefficient spending and cost containment measures.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelors degree in Nursing (BSN) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A Current valid Iowa Registered Nurse license.
2 years of nursing or 1 year of clinical research experience.
BLS certification.
Ability to work some weekends evenings and nights per study protocol assessment requirements is required.
Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge of cardiovascular medicine procedures and cardiovascular medicine terminology is required.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Prior experience in clinical research regulatory guidelines and procedures and study budget development.
Knowledge of cardiovascular medicine procedures and cardiovascular medicine terminology.
Previous nursing experience with the cardiovascular medicine diseases patient population.
Phlebotomy experience.
Knowledge of IRB guidelines and procedures.
Certification in Good Clinical Practice.
Excellent time management skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work.
Experience in a position requiring independent decision-making.
Knowledge of EPIC and experience with computer software applications (MS Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint).
Position and Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a Relevant File to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
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Key Skills
- Clinical Research
- FDA Regulations
- Data Collection
- GCP
- Infusion Experience
- Phlebotomy
- Clinical Trials
- Pediatrics Experience
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Nursing
- Epic
About Company
The University of Iowa is a top-tier public research university in Iowa City—home to more than 32,000 students, offering world-class programs across 200+ fields of study, renowned especially for its creative writing, acclaimed medical center, and balanced excellence in the arts and sc ... View more
