Registered Nurse (RN) - Research / Clinical Research
UF Health Shands at the University of Florida
Gainesville, FL

Clinical Research Nurse

Classification Title: Clinical Research Nurse Job Description: SUMMARY OF POSITION ROLE/RESPONSIBILITIES: The Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse to conduct and assist in the organization of our clinical research program. The incumbent will conduct examinations; administer treatments and/or medications in accordance with research protocols. Research activities may occur in the Clinical Research Center (CRC) located in the Clinical and Translational Science Building (CTRB), Shands Hospital or in various UF clinics. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB Provide education and nursing care in support of clinical research trials and projects in clinical settings: * Provide clinical care to participants enrolled in clinical trials. * Administer treatments and/or investigational medications in accordance with research protocols. * Initiate ordering of necessary tests, equipment and medications per protocol. * Perform specialized tasks such as pharmacokinetic sampling, euglycemic clamp procedures, administration of conscious sedation; assisting with invasive procedures such as liver biopsies and bronchoscopies. * Collect body fluid specimens, including timed specimens for pharmacokinetic assessments. Processes specimens for storage and shipping as required by protocol. Coordinate assigned clinical research trials and projects in the clinical setting: * Assist principal investigator by planning and conducting the nursing protocol portion of the research protocol. * Maintain compliance with Good Clinical Practice guidelines and Food and Drug Administration's regulations on all research activities. Coordinate the collection of research data; create data collection tools through applications such as REDCap. * Explain research protocol to participants; respond to patient inquiries regarding protocol; schedule patient participation; ensure compliance with research protocol * Act as liaison for research subject, investigator, IRB, sponsor, and healthcare professionals. Provide Administrative support to assigned research trials and projects: * Provide administrative support to NIH's WEBCamp scheduling and data tracking system. * Assist with the implementation of the OnCore Clinical Trials Management system. * Maintain detailed records of clinical research trials and projects, including data collection, while maintaining HIPAA compliance standards regarding patient confidentiality. * Alert Principal Investigator(s) to any Adverse Events/Serious Adverse Events for timely reporting to the IRB when appropriate. Expected Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 Minimum Requirements: Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program and four years of professional nursing experience. Licensed as a registered nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes. Preferred Qualifications: Nursing experience in a clinical research setting. ACLS certification. Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques Knowledge of basic principles and good clinical practice of clinical research. Skill in the use of nursing equipment and instruments. Ability to collect, collate, analyze and evaluate data from clinical research studies. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to work effectively and independently. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Expertise in phlebotomy. Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered, please upload your resume and cover letter. Two positions are currently open for hiring. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Health Assessment Required: Yes.