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Research Nurse

Employer
Johns Hopkins University
Location
Maryland, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Dec 28, 2020

General Summary/Purpose

As part of a study team, the Research Nurse will oversee study-related activities for multiple studies for the NIH-funded AIDS Clinical Trials Unit (ACTU) with a specific focus on outpatient studies for COVID-19: Practice nursing per study protocol(s) and under the nursing scope of practice for the State of Maryland. The study protocols are designed to include both outpatients and inpatients with symptomatic COVID19 disease. Additionally, the employee may participate in studies of HIV treatment and prevention that involve participants at risk for HIV or healthy asymptomatic HIV-positive individuals to those with end-stage AIDS. The position may also involve participation in the ACTG at a national level through involvement on protocol teams and/or ACTG committees, as well as a role in the community providing COVID19 or HIV-related education.

The Research Nurse will also evaluate vital sign data. Complete the clinical case report forms, submit to the coordinating center, and respond to queries in the required time frame established by the study protocol. Investigate adverse events and report to the principal investigator timely. Assist with administrative duties relating to research trial including submission of IRB protocols, recruitment, and informed consent.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

General Clinical Aspects

  • Obtain and/or review vital signs, update patient medical histories for physician review, and perform other procedures as directed by specific protocols.
  • Schedule and report laboratory tests as defined within the scope of the protocols.
  • Record laboratory abnormalities and adverse experiences as directed by the protocols, and when appropriate, notify the principal investigator of the study, the Research Program Manager, and the primary care provider immediately.
  • Determine the need for the principal investigators to perform protocol specified physical exams and targeted physical assessments of patients during study visits, with appropriate triage and referral to primary medical providers and/or subspecialty care providers as directed.
  • Maintain protocol specific templated notes on each research subject in an assigned protocol
  • Monitor the ACTU 24 hour beeper used for panic results from labs as well as for patients with questions on a rotating basis with other licensed clinical staff.
  • Other duties as assigned.

    General Research Aspects
  • Recruit, screen and enroll eligible patients into clinical protocols.
  • Explain the protocol in detail and obtain informed consent from potential patients in accordance with the Joint Committee on Clinical Investigation which operates in compliance with the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Health and Human Services Title 45 Part 46 as well as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations.
  • Collect necessary data through patient interviews including, but not limited to, past medical history, present illness, social history, family history, medication history.
  • Coordinate and document all aspects of patient care (including telephone contact with patient, or friends/family of the patient; conversations with the research team and all medical providers who participate in the patients care, etc.) to ensure a comprehensive and consistent approach to the patients treatment.
  • Transcribe data completely and accurately to the case report forms for data entry to the database.
  • Maintains confidential records of required source documentation on each assigned research protocol.
  • Coordinate laboratory specimen processing and handling with appropriate lab supervisors.
  • Participate in local quality control procedures of data through daily interactions with the data management team.
  • Maintain confidential records of participants according to FDA and NIH regulations.
  • Assist in maintenance of statistics of patient status.
  • Implement protocols as assigned by becoming familiar with all aspects of their conduct.
  • Act as a resource to staff who are assisting with clinical research protocols (i.e. the Research Assistant and Administrative Secretary)
  • Assist data management team with resolution of data inconsistencies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

    Expanded Research Aspects
  • Represent the Johns Hopkins Adult ACTU as a leader and/or member on national committees within the ACTG.
  • Attend Adult AIDS Clinical Trials Group meetings
  • Other duties as assigned.

    Education Aspects
  • Present information relevant to COVID or HIV and/or clinical trials to healthcare facilities, community groups, schools, etc.
  • Participate on boards and committees of organizations relevant to infectious diseases
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Individual must be a registered nurse, licensed in the State of Maryland or state where practicing.

Bachelor's degree in nursing or related discipline.

Current CPR certification required.

Must maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment.

Acceptable completion of the JHH credentialing process is required prior to start date.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Two years’ experience in clinical trials and/or clinical research in a patient setting preferred
  • Experience in clinical research preferred
  • Familiarity with clinical drug trials preferred

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Interest in and ability to participate in trials focused on COVID19 treatment and prevention is REQUIRED

  • Understanding of epidemiologic and clinical aspects of infectious diseases, including HIV infection and sensitivity to the psychological, social and medical needs of persons infected with HIV desired.
  • Familiarity with clinical resources, laboratory facilities and community organizations with an AIDS focus desired.
  • Interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with Principal Investigator, other staff members and research participants.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills essential.
  • Ability to maintain meticulous study records
  • A high degree of self-motivation and the ability to function independently.
  • PC Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Internet Browsers and PDF

Classified Title:Research Nurse
Working Title: Research Nurse ​​​​​
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/ME
Starting Salary Range:$60,945 - $83,865; Commensurate with experience
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday -Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm; Up to 37.5 hrs/ week
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: 04-MD:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: 60000501-SOM DOM ID ACTG
Personnel area: School of Medicine

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office atjhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus


The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

EEO is the Law
Learn more:
https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
Important legal information
http://hrnt.jhu.edu/legal.cfm

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