Clinical Research NurseOrlando, FL

Clinical Research Nurse Rn/Associate

At AdventHealth Orlando, what started as a converted farmhouse in rural Central Florida has become Central Florida's major tertiary health care facility. Patients come from the Southeast, the Caribbean and even as far as South America for our proven expertise and compassionate health care.

With a variety of Orlando hospital jobs, we invite you to start or elevate your career with a new job at AdventHealth Orlando. We constantly seek out Orlando nurses, medical assistants, nurse assistants, patient care and health administration professionals who share our passion for whole-person health care. Learn more about our open positions and apply to become an invaluable part of our team.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

The Clinical Research Nurse RN/Associate is a team member in the conduct of Phase I-IV industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials in accordance with trial protocols, FDA Regulations, and ICH/GCP Guidelines. As a member of the research team, meets study-specific goals and timelines. Performs and assists with clinical tasks related to study-specific tests, procedures, and treatments within scope of practice. Communicates appropriately and effectively with subjects, investigators, Project Managers (PMs), Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), Research Nurse LPNs and other TRI staff to serve as a participant advocate by reporting any participant needs, concerns, abnormalities, or adverse events to the Investigators and CRCs. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Assists with conducting clinical research trials in accordance with trial protocols, state and federal regulations, and ICH/GCP guidelines by actively escorting volunteers through study visits; performing clinical tasks and collecting associated data; and communicating information/results to the CRC and/or investigator(s).
• Delivers safe care with regard for the dignity and respect of all participants. Maintains adequate skill in clinical competencies including, but not limited to phlebotomy and IV insertion. Practices the principles of Universal Precautions. Understands and abides by HIPAA Regulations.
• Maintains neat, organized, accurate, and up-to-date source document records for all participants. Completes Case Report Forms (CRF) as applicable in a timely manner. Ensures that all data collection meets protocol specifications and requirements.
• Communicates appropriately and effectively with TRI investigators, scientists, PMs, CRCs, and staff as well as research participants. Serves as a participant advocate by reporting any participant needs, concerns, abnormalities, or adverse events to the Investigator or CRC.
• Maintains a clean, prepared clinical space. Performs set-up and turnover procedures in all clinical areas, per TRI SOPs, in a timely manner.
• Utilizes resources in a cost-effective manner. Maintains organized, stocked clinical areas. Communicates material needs to CRC.
• Participates in internal and/or external training programs, staying current and compliant on knowledge and skills applicable to assigned duties. Completes Employee Assessment Form and proactively plans for career development.
• Oversees the intravenous infusions of insulin and/or glucose in the conduct of the glucose clamp procedure, as well as the administration of any IV Push medications for other procedures.
• Manages/oversees the dosing of Investigational Products given on the CRU during Phase I studies.
• Escorts volunteers through study visits.
• Escalates issues, when necessary, to the Clinical Operations Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth and efficient operations of the TRI. Communicates the need for new work and automatically looks for additional duties as workload permits.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

• Associate's of Nursing Required
• Registered Nurse (RN) Current valid State of Florida or multi state license as a Registered Nurse Required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Required

Preferred

• Bachelor's of Nursing Preferred
• General knowledge of endocrine and metabolic disease processes
• Ability to perform clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, peripheral IV line insertion, and assisting physicians and providers with procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact and maintain good relationships with a broad spectrum of healthcare disciplines and the public.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, simultaneously, in an organized and timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and as a team under the direction of the Investigator, PM, and Clinical Operations Manager
• Critical-thinking skills
• Computer skills, particularly Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint; use of internet and other research tools
• Knowledge of clinical/translational research and research regulatory environment
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) Preferred

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.