Nurse - Clinical Trials

at  Pharma Medica Research Inc

Pharma Medica Research is a full service contract research organization specialized in conducting early phase clinical trials in healthy volunteers, special and patient populations. We are currently looking for a Nurse to join our clinic location in Scarborough.
The function of the Study Nurse I is to ensure all investigational products are handled according to GCP guidelines and the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of Pharma Medica Research Inc. (PMRI). Monitor the health and safety of volunteers throughout the conduct of clinical studies. The Study Nurse I reports to the Manager, Clinical Operations and/or designate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Nurse or Practical Nurse registered with College of Nurses of Ontario
• Intern nurse practice experience at a minimum
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred.
• ACLS certification is an additional asset.
• Basic computer proficiency.

WE OFFER

• Competitive compensation plan
• Opportunities for advancement and career progression
• A generous Employee Milestones Awards Program
• Corporate Discounts Program
• Learning Support Programs
• Friendly atmosphere, culture of learning
  Please note all applications must be eligible to work within Canada.
  PMRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer; promoting accessibility and inclusivity at work and offering accommodation for applicants as required and requested.
  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected to proceed in the interview process will be contacted.
  If you meet the qualifications and are looking for an exciting place to work, apply today

• Work or assist in handling investigational product related activities, including but not limited to accountability, repackaging, dispensing, receipts, archiving, disposal at PMRI under the supervision of the investigator/institution.
• Maintain records of investigational product delivery to PMRI, inventory, the use by the subject, and the return to the sponsor, the disposal, or archiving of unused product.
• Explain the correct use of the investigational product/other medications to the subjects and ensure that the subjects follow the instructions properly.
• Administer investigational products for the conduct of a clinical study using different dosing methods in accordance with protocol requirements.
• Administer any concomitant/additional medication under the supervision/order of the Investigator.
• Ensure the health and safety of the subjects by performing various types of health assessments (e.g. medical history, vital signs, electrocardiograms, telemetry, health monitoring, and safety follow up etc.).
• Communicate and take care of the volunteers/subjects’ health or other study related concerns.
• Perform other study procedures (e.g. conduct various consents with volunteers, collect/ process samples, record adverse events, and assist investigators etc.).
• Maintain and document emergency drugs, products, and supplies in the clinic, including crash cart, emergency medication, AED, etc.
• Assist in editing and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure all duties are conducted in compliance with SOP, regulatory guidelines and applicable regulations.
• Oversee on-floor clinical activities together with the Group Leaders/Study Coordinators to ensure study procedures comply with protocol and SOPs.
• Perform screening procedures such as but not limited to: blood sample collection, sample processing and storage, vital signs, ECGs, etc., according to the study protocol and/or SOP requirements, as required.
• Assist in conducting hands-on training to other clinic employees as required.
• Other duties as required.