Research Nurse Coordinator II - Neurology

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Key Responsibilities

Works under the Principal Investigator’s (PI) guidance to meet the research objective of the project.

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SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

The Research Nurse Coordinator II will directly interact with caregivers, participants, and an inter-disciplinary team in a research setting. Position assists the Knight ADRC Clinical Trials Unit (KACTU) team with coordination of all aspects of clinical research for fast-paced and complex multi-site clinical trials, and may be responsible for multiple research studies simultaneously. This position will coordinate study procedures to provide to eligible participants, consistent with study procedures and techniques and verified documentation. This position includes extensive interaction with diverse participants, study sponsors, research staff, and investigator.

Consistent with its academic mission and standards, the Washington University School of Medicine is
committed to achieving excellence through diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging. As a community of faculty, staff and students engaged in research, patient care, scholarship, teaching and learning, the
School of Medicine fosters an environment that is diverse, inclusive, humane, and welcoming. Efforts are made to provide a supportive environment in which people from a wide variety of diverse backgrounds and cultures may encounter each other in a spirit of cooperation, openness, and mutual respect.

Responsibilities

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→Works under the Principal Investigator’s (PI) guidance to meet the research objective of the project.
→Facilitates and implements study start-up activities including (but not limited to): trial feasibility assessment; study logistics; IRB (both local and central) submissions and other applicable regulatory requirements; budgetary and contract review and approval.
→Performs and coordinates clinical research studies and related clinical procedures in accordance with established study protocols, regulatory
requirements, and institutional policies. Coordinates study startup activities and participant visits, including visit assessments, planning, implementation,
and evaluation of study procedures. Collects, documents, and enters study data, including health information and vital signs; performs blood draws;
assists with neurological lumbar punctures (spinal taps) and other study procedures; monitors and manages research participants in the inpatient research
unit (CTRU); maintains accurate and timely study documentation; ensures adherence to study protocols; and collaborates with principal investigators,
study physicians, and other clinical staff to support the safe and effective conduct of clinical research.
→Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; documents, collects data and assists physicians.
→Works with research team to identify, screen and enroll study subjects.
→Ensures protocol requirements are met including but not limited to: direct contact with research participants; collection of basic health information; coordination of study related procedures; handling, processing and shipping of research specimens, source documentation and data entry.
→May train and supervise staff assigned to work on the research project(s).
→Coordinates handling of specimens, administration of clinical trials, collection of source information and case reporting.
→Prepares/submits reportable event reports to sponsor(s), IRBs and regulatory agencies in accordance with the study protocol and established policies, procedures, and regulations.
→Collaborates with sponsor’s research associates during monitoring activities by providing study documentation, data clarifications and reports as necessary.
→Authorizes payments to ancillary organizations for services rendered and reconciles payments from organizations serviced.
→Demonstrates experience in clinical trials management including strong organizational skills, independence and resourcefulness and an increased responsibility for the day-to-day conduction and oversight of multiple clinical trials.
→Provides oversight of administration of study medications and/or study interventions, as appropriate. Administers investigational products in approved settings.
→Educates staff nurses caring for research patients by providing necessary information about the research study including intervention and potential adverse events and required study procedures.
→Performs other duties incidental to the work described above.

Requirements

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Associate Degree In Nursing Or Diploma In Registered Nursing

Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Clinical Research Certification.

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Nursing (2 Years), Research (2 Years) No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Not Applicable Active Listening, Clinical Research Coordination, Clinical Research Management, Clinical Research Methods, Clinical Research Operations, Clinical Techniques, Database Management, Detail-Oriented, Effective Written Communication, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Nursing Fundamentals, Oral Communications, Patient Recruitment, Reporting Tools, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Analysis Software (SAS), Team Collaboration

A driver's license is not required for this position.

About the Role

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No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

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$64,500.00 - $109,900.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

What We Offer

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Personal

✓Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

✓Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

✓Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

✓WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

✓Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

✓We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

✓WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.