JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute · 22 hours ago
CLINICAL RESEARCH RN SECONDARY RTE- JTCC - PHASE 1 ONCOLOGY - PER DIEM
Hackensack, NJ
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$53.81/hr - $53.81/hr
3+ years expHackensack Meridian Health is a recognized health care network in the country for nursing excellence. The Clinical Research Nurse is responsible for coordinating and overseeing clinical research operations for assigned clinical trials, ensuring compliant patient care and assisting in various research-related tasks.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Assists the principal investigator in the preparation of proposed clinical trials by reviewing trial protocol, contacting each department who will provide resources during study and ensuring appropriate departments are notified and given a copy of proposed trial, scientific merit and accrual potential
Assures that all protocol revisions, informed consents, continuing reviews, serious adverse events are submitted to the appropriate IRB of record in a timely manner
Acts as liaison between principal investigators and sub-investigators on all regulatory issues and changes within the protocol
Interacts with regulatory specialists and principal investigators and sub-investigators on all regulatory issues and changes within the protocol
In collaboration with the principal investigator, clinical research coordinator, and clinical team, participates in the review of studies for feasibility and evaluates potential competition with other protocols prior to submitting study
Reviews study with principal investigator and/or clinical research coordinator to a budget outlining standard of care and research costs. Finalizes budget draft with budget coordinator
Recruits and evaluates potential study patients, and works with clinical research coordinator to schedule required appointments and interviews
Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.)
Reviews medical records for potential study patients and ensures that medical records include documentation of all laboratory test results and procedures and progress of study patients, following guidelines set forth by the protocol sponsors
Instructs potential study patients, designated caregiver, physicians, nurse clinicians and other ancillary staff members involved in the care of the patient on aspects of patient`s care, available trials, treatments and side effects
Assists investigator with consent process assuring study patients understand clinical trials and obtains written informed consent
Educates study patients concerning informed consent procedures, HIPAA authorization
Documents study patient`s medical history including but not limited to past medical/surgical treatments, significant medical conditions, and medication history per protocol guidelines
Performs nursing assessments and monitors study patient`s progress during clinical trials; Tracks study patient`s response by documenting on toxicity flow sheet, medication flow sheet and nurses` progress notes
Maintains accurate, complete, up-to-date records on each patient participating in a clinical trial protocol in all applicable systems (i.e. electronic medical record, clinical trial management system, departmental and protocol specific databases)
Evaluates and develops study patient education materials and gives study patient and/or designated caregiver instructions on drug administration and other medical information; creates study specific calendars for study patients
Plans for study patient`s appropriate care under the direction of a physician or advanced practice nurse
Notifies principal investigator of any adverse events and serious adverse events, including evidence of drug toxicity or unexpected side effects
Reports all serious adverse events to sponsor and IRB of record according to established timelines
Coordinates research activities not limited to: scheduling laboratory tests, radiology testing and other medical exams
Performs and/or oversees a variety of clinical duties that may include but not limited to: EKGs, processing/shipping of blood serum, urine and communicates results to PI and/or APN
Together with the principal investigator, reviews and processes all Safety Reports (INDs, SUGARs) as per institutional policies and procedures
Acts as principal investigator`s representative as appropriate. This may include, but not limited to, communicating with sponsors and their representatives, the IRB and other medical personnel
Maintains accurate, complete, up-to-date records on each patient participating in a clinical trial protocol
Ensures study patient's clinical trial related activities are billed appropriately and reconciles drug study account records with research finance personnel
Prepares and assists for sponsor monitor site visits and ensures all supporting documentation records are adequate and available for the visit; Meets with monitor at least once during each monitor site visit and resolves all issues found during visit
Develops case report forms and/or databases for physician initiated studies as needed
Assists the principal investigator in preparing for publication. Works with analysts and assists with queries related to data to evaluate the significance of collected data
Provides education to all departments and clinical areas where study is performed
Attends research meetings and conferences as required
Participates in staff meetings and in-service education of nursing and medical staff
Other duties and/or projects as assigned
Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior
Qualification
Required
BSN required. (Note: this applies to team members hired or transferred into the Clinical Research Nurse position on or after March 31, 2024. Team members hired or transferred prior to March 31, 2024 require a minimum of an associate in Nursing or diploma of Nursing degree.) Note: Advanced masters degree in nursing programs satisfy the BSN requirement (ie Associates to MSN)
Minimum of 3 years clinical nursing experience or 1 year of clinical nursing experience with an additional 2 years of clinical research experience
Adheres to the American Nurses Association standards
Strong attention to detail and customer service focus is required
Excellent communication, organizational, presentation, documentation, and interpersonal skills are required
Ability to work independently, or in a team, and handle multiple deadline driven tasks in a dynamic environment is essential
Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms
Review and comply with all relevant HMH and Business Unit policies and procedures, and local, state, and Federal laws and regulations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms
NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License
Preferred
NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License
BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association is required within 60 days of hire
Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) and/or Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) and/or Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC)
Benefits
Workplace excellence
Collaborative work environment
Work-life balance
Compassionate nursing culture
Mentoring programs
Substantial tuition reimbursement
Company
JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
Offering New Jersey’s most comprehensive rehabilitation services, JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute is a 94-bed facility located in Edison, NJ, serving residents of the tristate area for more than 40 years.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase