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Sr. Research Nurse

Employer
Johns Hopkins University
Location
Maryland, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jul 30, 2021

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
  • Pre-initiation:
      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.
  • Data collection/Document maintenance: Ensures collection of pertinent data from internal & external sources & monitors compliance with requirements of assigned clinical trials.
      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.
  • Quality Assurance: Evaluates outcomes of clinical trials.
      Monitors study team compliance with required study procedures & GCP standards. Performs/monitors ongoing data analysis regarding clinical research studies, including toxicities, dose modifications, dose levels, adverse reactions, & response.
    • Assumes responsibility for specific QA activities for research teams (i.e., participates in institutional QA process).
    • Participates in sponsor/cooperative group/internal audits/monitoring.
    • Assists with development & review of institutional SOPs pertaining to performance of clinical research.
    • Maintains records of correspondence of faxes, e-mails, IRB/JCCI submissions, FDA submissions, etc.
  • Communication
    • 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.
  • Staff Education
      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.
    Community
      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.
    Takes advantage of opportunities to make presentations in local community regarding research projects, areas of expertise, etc.​​​​

Clinical Practice

    Planning
      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.
    Implementation
      Collaborates with health care team to coordinate and facilitate protocol requirements for assigned clinical trials.
    ​​​​​​​Evaluation: Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing care s/he has planned, administered, or delegated
      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.
  • 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.

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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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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