STAFF NURSE - ONCOLOGY RESEARCH - Aultman Health Foundation

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Clinical Research Coordinator assumes a central, key role for all studies conducted under the auspices of the Aultman Hospital research program. Primary responsibilities include administrative, functional and professional responsibilities under the direction of the Principal Investigator. All assigned responsibilities and expectations require an extensive analysis and knowledge of assigned study protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current, active licensure as a Registered Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Maintain current, active BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Certification preferred for RNs meeting applicable certification eligibility requirements.
• Oncology and/or Research experience preferred.
• Completes required training as assigned:
  • HIPAA training (annually)
  • Hazardous shipping training (every two years)
  • Ethics Training
  • Good Clinical Practice training (every two years)
  • Standard Operating Procedure review (as assigned)
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, work on multiple concurrent inter-related subprojects, and be able to prioritize competing projects and deadlines.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

• Completes and documents protocol required training.
• Participates in site initiation, interim and close-out monitoring visits.
• Uses medical knowledge to independently perform screening assessments to identify potential research subjects through office and electronic medical records.
• Recruits potential subjects
• Servies as a liaison between the Investigator and potential study participants to address questions and relay information
• Conducts, performs and documents the informed consent process as delegated by the responsible Investigator
• Maintains screening and enrollment log.
• Facilitates the scheduling of visits, ordering of tests and procedures according to the protocol design
• Independently contributes to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care. Analyzes data to make nursing diagnosis.
• Performs study specified assessments and procedures based upon licensure, qualifications, education, training and experience.
• Critically evaluates and documents subject response to the protocol treatment. Alerts and guides Investigators on protocol adherence and directives for action and reporting (i.e. investigational product dose modifications, additional monitoring requirements, safety reporting)
• Recognizes and reports adverse events and protocol deviations.
• Consults with pharmacy for drug dosing, accountability, handling, and dispensing.
• Collects, processes and ships central laboratory samples.
• Collection, compilation, analysis and submission of clinical research data in a timely manner.
• Appropriately and timely addresses data queries.
• Attends meetings as assigned.
• Ensures that research records are complete, organized, up to date, and properly stored in a designated secure location.
• Tracks study related visits and procedures using study management system.
• Keeps Director of Research Programs, Principal Investigator and Treating Investigator updated on progress and all study and site-specific regulatory events.
• Performs all assigned research tasks in compliance with local Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), local, state, and/or federal regulatory requirements.
• Prepares and submits reports to the IRB and sponsor.
• Participates in department meetings, educational activities and programs.
• Creates and fosters a work environment that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Values of the Aultman Health Foundation.
• Supports strategic organizational goals.
• Abides by the Aultman Code of Conduct at all times.

SKILLS

• Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required.
• Must be organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time management skills.
• Must be detail oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care.
• Demonstrates effective communication.
• Effective appropriate and professional interactions with colleagues/physicians, patients and visitors.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Expected to work 8 hours a day Monday-Friday, day shift in accordance with approved FTE. Flexibility in schedule may be required.
• Must be willing to work or cover off-shifts/weekends and holidays as necessary.
• Cross train to all areas in the department is required.
• Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority of duties throughout the day.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Aultman will provide reasonable accommodations to employees or applicants with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation, unless such accommodation would constitute an undue hardship on Aultman or poses a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others that cannot be sufficiently mitigated by reasonable accommodation. Any applicant or employee who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment should notify the Aultman Human Resource Department and request such an accommodation.

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

This position is for an Oncology Clinical Research Coordinator.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Never

Occasional
10-33%

Frequent
34-65%

Continuous
66% of the day

Remarks

Lifting

X

0-10 lbs

X

10-20 lbs

X

20-35 lbs

X

35-50 lbs

X

50-75 lbs

X

75-100 lbs

X

over 100 lbs

X

Never

Occasional
10-33%

Frequent
34-65%

Continuous
66% of the day

Remarks

Forward
Reaching

X

Overhead
Reaching

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Climbing

X

Stairs/Ladder

X

Bending
Stooping

X

Pushing
Pulling

X

0-10 lbs

X

10-20 lbs

X

20-35 lbs

X

35-50 lbs

X

50-100 lbs

X

over 100 lbs

X

Grasping/repetitive
sustained

X

Fine motor
coordination

X

Vision: Near/Far

X

Hearing: ordinary
converstation/other

X

HAZARDOUS EXPOSURE CATEGORY – Category III

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