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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Location: Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital - Charleston, SC

Shift: 8:00am-5:00pm

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The RN, Clinical Research ensures the veracity and quality of clinical trials are maintained and conducted in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, including IRB approvals. This position is primarily responsible for the accurate completion of study visit procedures and collection of information from study subjects according to protocols, and for protecting the health, safety, and welfare of research participants, while acting as an advocate for research subjects. The nurse will be active in the promotion, education, and enrollment of participants to clinical trials. Maintains accurate patient records and organized filing system. Provides data management for all research subjects who are on study and in follow-up. Monitors data for trends, protocol violations, or other patterns that may require action. Prepares for research base audits and assists with regulatory requirements. Submits required data forms to the appropriate groups, including, but not limited to other hospital departments and research groups, within the required time frame.

Essential Job Functions

• ​ Coordinates research studies in a team approach per study protocol, meeting protocol guidelines and all applicable IRB and FDA regulations. Reviews research protocols prior to study initiation. Collaborates with all members of research team in developing and implementing strategies for the effective management of research studies. Coordinate with research physicians and other study staff for timely completion of all study activities.

• Ensures compliance with each study protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each study visit for every subject.

• Participates in recruitment and selection of study participants by interviewing and documenting medical history to determine compliance with eligibility requirements.

• To ensure accuracy and completeness of patient records:

• a. Maintains an organized filing system

• b. Providesaccurate and complete data management for all research patients on study and in follow-up

• c. Monitor data trends, protocol violations, or other patterns that may require action.

• Ensures site compliance with research protocols by reviewing all regulatory requirements to confirm implementation of appropriate methods, practices, and procedures for all research activities. Supports the regulatory staff in the maintenance of regulatory documents.

• Providesaccurate and timely data collection, documentation, and entry.

• Maintains subject research records through the creation of source documentation. Transcribes data collected into applicable study documentation completely and accurately. Records all research subject activities to facilitate the tracking of sponsor payments. 10%

• Communicates study specific requirements to, and collaborates with the research study team, including internal and external parties, sponsors, monitors, investigators, and study participants.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina or holds a current compact/multi-state license as a Registered Nurse in a recognized NCSBN Compact State and is not a permanent resident of SC.

• Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.

Other: Possession of current valid South Carolina driver’s license, and acceptable driving record, and access to an operational vehicle. Skill in establishing/maintaining cohesive team relationships with patients, hospital, physician, and coworkers. Ability to work in a group setting with ability to communicate clearly with public and physicians; ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information; ability to follow-directives from research manager.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college/university (required)

• For teammates hired into this position prior to December 20, 2022, must have an ADN from an accredited school or college of nursing (required)

Work Experience

• Experience/ knowledge in disease prevention, education, risk assessment, screening programs, and physical examination (required)

• Experience and knowledge in research studies preferred, may include unpaid internship experience.

Training

Language

Patient Population

The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. _  This is a Joint Commission requirement.  Also, select the age of the patient population served:_

   X      Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

         Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​

         Neonates (0-4 weeks)

         Infant (1-12 months)

         Pediatrics (1-12 years)

         Adolescents (13-17 years)

         Adults (18-64 years)

         Geriatrics (65 years and older)

         Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Frequent sitting. Frequently requires long periods of working at a computer. Intermittent walking, standing, stooping, bending. May require lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity. Constant talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Possible exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, and/or irregular hours. Ability to read and comprehend. Travel may be required

Skills

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills :

• Knowledge of lab and radiology report interpretation and anatomy.

• Knowledge of medication toxicities, symptom management, relevant patient/family education, and safety issues.

• Proficient with data collection and documentation, cooperative group clinical trial methodology, audit procedures, as well as history and physical exams.

• Knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access

Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to organize, and function as a cooperative team member.

• Skill in establishing/maintaining cohesive team relationships with patients, hospital, physician, and coworkers.

• Ability to work in a group setting with ability to communicate clearly with public and physicians

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

• Ability to follow directives from research manager.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

• Prescription drug coverage

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life insurance w/AD&D

• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

• Paid time off

• Educational Assistance

• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

SS Research & Innovation - Research - Alzheimers Research - Clinical Biotech Research Inst

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com .