Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH · 10 hours ago
RN Research
Naples, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expNCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. The Research RN works directly with physicians to execute clinical research projects in various acute care settings, managing patient care related to research and facilitating project processes.
Health CareMedical
Responsibilities
Oversees clinical research studies, collecting all clinical data in an accurate and timely manner
Performs required procedures and data collection activities at necessary in observational settings such as, ED, Cath Lab, EP Lab, ICU/Step down area, physician office, OR, and other required areas
Serves as primary clinical contact person for study sponsor, patient, family, and other healthcare contacts/departments
Assures all data points are supported by medical records, physician notes, diagnostic reports, procedural summaries, or research project documents
Delivers data that is accurate and complete, matching source and data entry information
Facilitates physician oversight of all data, especially adverse event reporting as it relates to study drug, device, or therapy
Works with sponsor’s auditor/monitor to review and verify accuracy and completeness of data recorded
Delivers data within required timelines per sponsor expectations
Coordinates critical research tasks and patient activities in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Serves as the contact for physicians and other caregivers in assuring all research and related clinical needs are met
Assists in the initiation and maintenance of accurate protocol processes
Verifies that patients are scheduled appropriately for follow up evaluations per protocol
Assures patients are well educated as to the importance of compliance with study objectives through ongoing education and reminders
Maintains the control of drug/device inventory per log or other acceptable documentation
Guides referring physicians in GCP compliance and clinical care through protocol design and awareness through education
Makes recommendations on how to facilitate special or acute needs of patients
Assists screeners with patient consenting and performs re-consenting when necessary and in accordance with GCP
Knows and fulfills IRB/FDA expectations in the execution of these critical tasks
Actively participates in any FDA audits that may occur, both in preparation and execution of the process
Facilitates and maintains high patient enrollment and participation in research protocols
Encourages new patient enrollment, working with physicians and screeners to seek out all efforts to facilitate a successful process
Works closely with patient, family, and research staff to assure good patient rapport and high-quality clinical care, re-enforcing the desire for patient’s retention in the trial
Alerts Manager and physicians of patient withdrawal or continuance issues quickly in the event they might intervene and prevent withdrawal
Participates directly in-patient care duties associated with the project
Maintains required skills and clinical knowledge to manage the wide scope of clinical needs
Maintains awareness of all research projects so as to serve as a back-up support as needed
Provides nursing knowledge and decision-making support to non-RN research team members seeking support
Promotes teamwork and seeks to provide high quality care to all patients
Serves as a Representative of the NCH Research Institute
Performs as a role model to both department and hospital staff, serves as a liaison with physicians and collaborating staff
Serves as the primary clinical trial contact person for study sponsor, patient, family, or other healthcare contacts or departments
Represents the Research Institute in a professional manner, demonstrating knowledge and enthusiasm for clinical research
Serves as an internal and external resource for questions referencing clinical research at NCH
Professionally represents Principal Investigator and NCH Research Institute at protocol meetings and conference calls in the absence of the Investigator
Performs Other Related Duties As Required Or Requested
Through observation and reporting, assures NCHRI’s needs are met and action taken as required to deliver best outcomes to its patients
Offers support and cooperation as needed
Qualification
Required
Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Florida
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Strong Communication and Problem-Solving skills and the ability to remain flexible
Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows
Strong organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Critical Care/Cardiology preferred
Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification preferred from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Company
Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH
Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) is an Advanced Community Healthcare System™ in Naples, Florida, serving Southwest Florida with premier routine, critical, and specialty care.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (10)
2024 (8)
2023 (6)
2021 (2)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.08MKey Investors
Naples Children & Education Foundation
2023-03-20Grant· $0.08M
Leadership Team
Paul Hiltz MHA FACHE
CEO/President
Rick Wyles
Chief Financial Officer
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