Sr. Research Nurse
- Employer
- Johns Hopkins University
- Location
- Maryland, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jul 30, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Health & Medicine, Nursing, Pediatrics, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Research Administration
- Employment Type
- Full Time
The Oncology Department seeks aSenior Research Nurse who will report to the Principal Investigator(s) and to the Program Manager and will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of assigned clinical trials within the research program.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Project Management:
- Pre-study:
Anticipates research requirements for designated patient
populations
- May collaborate in development & writing of protocols and consent forms, as appropriate, Collaborates in development and preparation of regulatory documents as appropriate
Applies knowledge of
study design to evaluate new protocols
Applies knowledge of
federal & local regulations when evaluating new
protocols
Reviews &
assesses new protocols for clarity, thoroughness, logistical
feasibility, maintaining subject safety
etc.
Evaluates the impact
on & availability of resources for assigned clinical
trials.
Lists &
clarifies concerns & questions about new protocols with PI
&/or sponsor
Proposes &
negotiates alternatives to improve protocol
implementation
-
Collaborates in the
determination of roles & responsibilities of health care team
members in the implementation of assigned
trials
- Collaborates in the design of appropriate methods for collection of data required for assigned trials Oversees & collaborates in development of study tools including data collection forms, eligibility checklists, preprinted orders, & distribution of the protocol on the Web Library and Internet (where applicable)
- Assists with preparation of budget for submission and coordinates study sponsor contract designation as appropriate
- Provides copy of study and pre-printed data forms to Data Management office for review and approval as appropriate
- Prepares GCRC and PCRU protocol submissions as appropriate
- Assures receipt of protocol by pharmacy for review & input as appropriate
- Communicates with coordinating center and provides necessary documentation (i.e., Cvs, 1572, lab licenses, normal values, IRB submissions, etc.) as appropriate
- Assures compliance with local & national regulatory standards;as appropriate, prepares & submits required regulatory documents
- Prepares drug data sheets for pharmacy and assures submission of same to CRO/IRB for assigned protocols as appropriate
- Monitors for and notifies PI of IRB approval/request for further information as appropriate
- Determines that IRB approval has been received prior to initiation of research activity
- Represents department at research and protocol initiation meetings
- Assures that all elements of a trial are in place before opening to accrual
- Communicates with protocol sponsors, NCI, cooperative group and coordinates plans to address issues with PI
- Recruitment &
Enrollment: Ensures initial & ongoing eligibility of all
subjects for assigned research studies: Same as Level
I
-
Collaborates in the
development of recruitment strategies to ensure patient accrual
within protocol timeframes.
-
Applies
pharmacological knowledge to assist the investigator in determining
adverse event causality & relationship to study
drug/procedure.
Records &
documents protocol deviations.
Prepares and submits
protocol amendments and revisions as
appropriate.
- Demonstrates ability to manage multiple projects at different stages of the clinical research process.
- Demonstrates ability to integrate new clinical trials with current research activity.
-
Monitors study team
compliance with required study procedures & GCP
standards.
- Independently/collaboratively performs responsibilities of Level I
Education
- Patient/Family
Education
-
Designs/coordinates
educational programs for patients and families relevant to
protocols.
Provides ongoing education
to patients and families regarding pertinent clinical trial and
clinical management issue.
-
Participates in
orientation process for new Clinical Research Nurses and Clinical
Associates, including mentoring and
preceptoring.
Coordinates and/or
presents continuing education/inservice programs for Clinical
Research Nurses, Clinical Associates, Data Managers, and others
involved in the research process.
Attends and participates
in inservice and external trainings, workshops, conferences, and
other relevant programs for professional growth and
development.
-
Collaborates with other
members of the research team in preparing study results for
presentation/publication.
Given opportunities,
authors/coauthors manuscripts for publication in the nursing
literature and/or presentation at conferences related to areas of
expertise.
Identifies nursing
research questions related to protocol populations/issues and, with
assistance, collaboration, and appropriate financial support,
implements nursing research within departmental
priorities.
-
Planning
- Consultation
-
Develops and maintains
collaborative relationships with members of other health care
disciplines in order to facilitate clinical and research
outcomes.
Provides guidance and
direction to other health care professionals (internal and
external) in implementation of research
protocols.
Evaluates effectiveness of
collaborative role with other health care
professionals.
-
Identifies need and
incorporates information from other health care disciplines into
clinical research protocol.
Plans long-term study
patient care in relation to identified and potential problems
related to assigned research protocols/patient
populations.
-
Collaborates with health
care team to coordinate and facilitate protocol requirements for
assigned clinical trials.
-
Evaluates patients
response to interventions outlined on study protocol; proposes
alternative methods to meet individual patient
needs;
Evaluates effectiveness of
nursing care planned on a long-term basis.
Gives rationale for
action/inaction based on scientific principles, practice
experience, and internal/external regulations.
Evaluates patients
participation in assigned clinical trials and identifies barriers
to compliance.
Plans, proposes and
evaluates means to overcome identified barriers to protocol
compliance.
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 required. Master's degree strongly preferred. Minimum of two years’ experience in the specialty or a related area required. Additional experience may substitute for bachelor's degree. Related master's degree may be considered in lieu of experience. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR certification required. Must maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment. Acceptable completion of the JHH credentialing process.
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for the required education on the same basis.
Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Demonstrated knowledge of computer applications and databases and of personal computer systems is highly desirable.
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit/area/department policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of investigational therapies which require special expertise and clinical care management.
- Highly effective verbal and written communication skills are required.
Physical Requirements:
Sitting, standing and walking for extended period. Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s). Ability to move standard equipment through a hospital or clinical environment.
Classified Title: Sr.
Research Nurse
Role/Level/Range:ACRP/04/MF
Starting Salary Range:$71,510.00 - $98,410.00 Annually;
Commensurate with experience
Employee Group:Full Time
Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location:School of Medicine Campus, East Baltimore
Campus
Department
Name:Cancer Immunology/GI Clinical
Research
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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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
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