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JOB SUMMARY  

The Registered Nurse participates in the conduct of clinical trials, monitoring the safety and well-being of the subjects, and assists the study team with all functions related to the execution of protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Time management techniques must be used to manage multiple projects efficiently to ensure specified project objectives, timelines, and quality requirements are met.
• Read and execute assigned protocol tasks.
• Insert angio-catheters for blood sampling and intravenous medication.
• Oversee and perform data collection in a manner that is consistent with Standard Operating Procedures, the study protocol, and the standards of GCP.
• Obtain required blood samples through angio-catheters and direct venipuncture.
• Perform sample collection of urine, feces, and timed urine collection.
• Obtain vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature).
• Obtain medical history, height, and weight of subjects.
• Perform electrocardiograms.
• Monitor and manage adverse events through documentation of clinical observations.
• Monitor concomitant medications.
• Provide clinical care to subjects during study participation.
• Monitor activities of Medical Assistants, LPNs, and Study Assistants.
• Perform accurate and timely completion of case report forms (CRFs).
• Perform emergency and resuscitative interventions as appropriate.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of new personnel.
• Provide leadership in the CRU in the absence of the Study Coordinator.
• Other duties as assigned

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. For NYC, the salary range is up to $50/ hr.

Requirements

• Must have graduated from an accredited nursing program and be a Registered Nurse with a current NY/NJ license. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
• Training in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) will be required.
• Three (3) years of experience working in a clinical setting is required with extensive experience with telemetry monitoring in a CCU/ICU setting, and clinical trial experience is preferred.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office® products and possess computer skills necessary to deliver project objectives.
• Must be able to prioritize activities in a manner consistent with Clinical Research Unit goals: act with professionalism under adverse conditions, handle confidential information with discretion; work under minimum supervision to accomplish complex tasks; accept challenges and new responsibilities; actively manage the changing priorities and work distribution based upon needs of the unit; and assist the team to stay focused on objectives with results orientation.
• Must exhibit a positive work attitude and high productivity, consistently deliver on commitments, facilitate the work of the project team, and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills

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