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University of Minnesota

Clinical Research Nurse - Peds

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400


About the Job

The Research Nurse is responsible for providing nursing technical expertise and overall execution of phase I - III clinical trials, with an emphasis on complex cell, gene and immunotherapy trials in pediatric and adult patient populations. This requires multidisciplinary skills directed towards clinical patient management and safety, and providing protocol-specific education to research participants and research staff. The incumbent will be expected to follow Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and all organizational policies and procedures for patient safety and data integrity, including but not limited to the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESStudy Coordination & Data Management (85 - 100%)Utilizes nursing education to contribute to study start-up activities, including site initiation visits, protocol review of feasibility and suggestions for revision, study and clinical staff training.Provides nursing expertise to interpret and operationalize the research protocol.Collaborates with PI and study team to recruit, screen and enroll study participants.Executes study-required procedures in collaboration with clinical staff.Educates patients and clinical staff throughout the duration of the study regarding the treatment plan, anticipated side effects, and monitoring guidelines/follow-up.Maintains accurate source documentation, including documentation of research visits in the EMR (e.g. consent/re-consent, adverse events, concomitant medications, protocol-related education, etc.).Coordinates and maintains a tracking system for patient visits, protocol-required data collection and other protocol procedures.Identifies and reports serious adverse events, stopping rules and dose limiting toxicities, and protocol deviations, within institutional and sponsor required timelines. Troubleshoots problems in the development and implementation of protocol procedures.Participates in visits with sponsors, monitors and other key collaborators, including site initiation visits, interim monitoring visits and closeout visits.Coordinates with Investigational Drug Services (IDS), BioNet, clinical staff, and other departments across campus to deliver drug, collect biospecimens, and execute the study visits according to protocol.Works as a member of the study team with positive and timely written and verbal communication, including sharing information up, down, and laterally.Lead Activities - Research Nurse III only (15%)Mentors and trains new staff, providing task level guidance to Research Nurses I & II.Serves as subject matter experts in key CTO processes, including audit preparation and conduct.Manages additional workload during staff changes.Qualifications

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.Classification in the Research Nurse I, II or III role is dependent on years of relevant experience. With the exception of years of experience, the required qualifications will remain the same.BA/BS degree in Nursing or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least four years for Research Nurse I (3580N1) classification.BA/BS degree in Nursing with at least 2 years of experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal six years for Research Nurse II (3580N2) classification.BA/BS degree in Nursing with at least 4 years of experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal eight years (at least 2 years of which must be research nurse experience) for Research Nurse III (3580N3) classification.Required Qualifications:BA/BS degree in Nursing with at least two years of experience or a combination of related education and experience to equal 6 years.Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota.Experience with Microsoft Office.Ability to work independently, make decisions, problem solve and prioritize the simultaneous management of multiple clinical studies.Possess excellent communication skills; verbal and written.Flexibility with work schedule to accommodate subject visits.Proof of non-active tuberculosis and immunization for (or resistance to) measles, mumps, rubella, Hepatitis B, and pertussis (as well as any other requirements per Fairview Research Administration).PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPediatric or adult oncology/hematology clinical experience or clinical research experience.Experience with EPIC.Familiarity with the University of Minnesota and MHealth Hospitals and Clinics.Experience with OnCore or equivalent clinical trials management system.About the Department

The Masonic Cancer Center (MCC) is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center dedicated to cancer research, education, and patient care for the citizens of Minnesota and the surrounding region.Benefits

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time offContinuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit ProgramLow-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plansHealthcare and dependent care flexible spending accountsUniversity HSA contributionsDisability and employer-paid life insuranceEmployee wellbeing programExcellent retirement plans with employer contributionPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunityFinancial counseling servicesEmployee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no costEmployee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro areaHow To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) is among the largest public research universities in the country.

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