Research Nurse

at  HCA Healthcare

INTRODUCTION

Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Research Nurse opening with HCA Healthcare today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.

NOTE: ELIGIBILITY FOR BENEFITS MAY VARY BY LOCATION.

We are seeking a Research Nurse for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

JOB SUMMARY AND QUALIFICATIONS

The Research Nurse is responsible for coordinating multiple research protocols and serving as a liaison with local investigators, clinical staff, and research personnel. Under direct supervision, this individual will mature in their understanding of research operations and regulations in order to achieve a strong fundamental understanding of human subject research.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• This position requires an Associate’s Degree in Nursing; Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• Active LPN or RN license required
• At least one year of experience in patient care setting required
• Proficient in various electronic applications, Microsoft Office, EDC, CTMS required
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology required
  “Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
  Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
  Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive
  If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Research Nurse opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!
  We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

• Supports enrolling patients onto clinical trials through recruitment, screening, enrollment and follow up of eligible subjects according to protocol requirements
• Responsible for working with the principal investigator to meet or exceed study enrollment.
• Reviews the study design and inclusion/exclusion criteria with physician and patient
• Ensures the protection of study patients by verifying informed consent procedures and adhering to protocol requirements/compliance
• Ensures the integrity of the data submitted on Case Report Forms or other data collection tools by careful source document review; monitors data for missing or implausible data
• Ensures that adequate and accurate records are maintained for inspecting
• Creates study specific tools for source documentation when not provided by sponsor
• Collects, completes, and enters data into study specific case report forms or electronic data capture systems
• Generates and tracks drug shipments, device shipments, and supplies as needed
• Reports and follows up on serious adverse events as necessary
• Implements study-specific communications
• Ensures timely adherence to protocol requirements
• Responsible for completion of all required documentation according to site works guidelines
• Ensures timely and accurate data completion
• Maintains accurate and complete records including regulatory documents when applicable, signed informed consent forms, source documentation, drug dispensing logs, device utilization logs, subject logs and study-related communications
• Tracks and reports adverse events, serious adverse events, protocol waivers, deviations, and violations
• Communicates all protocol-related issues to appropriate study colleagues or manager
• Attends study specific on site meetings, investigator meetings, conference calls and monthly CRC meetings as required or asked to do so
• Apprises principal investigator, Research Operations Director and Regional Site Manager of all study specific medical issues for guidance
• Assists sponsor and US FDA audit teams
• Reviews and responds to any monitoring and auditing findings and escalates issues defined by Regional Site Manager
• Maintains patient confidentiality according to ethical and legal requirements
• Assists in providing coverage for satellite clinic sites as necessary
• Responsible for coverage after hours and on weekends as necessary
• You should have:
• Knowledge of federal regulations, good clinical practices (GCP)
• Knowledge of medical and research terminology
• Computer skills including use of clinical trial database, electronic data capture, and MS Word or Excel
• Excellent Verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• The ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse team of professionals
• Organizational and prioritizing capabilities
• The ability to work independently in a fast pace environment with minimal supervision at off-site facilities