INTRODUCTION

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Senior Research Nurse today with Methodist Hospital.

JOB SUMMARY AND QUALIFICATIONS

The Senior Research Nurse offers a significant contribution to the development of processes, tools, and training necessary to maintain site compliance and patient safety. The nurse in this role is responsible for coordinating multiple research protocols; serving as a liaison with local investigators and local research personnel; and acting as a central resource for assigned research projects.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Registered Nurse required
• 3+ years of Clinical Research experience required
• Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office, EDC, and CTMS applications required
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology required
  “The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient’s family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
  HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
  If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Senior Research Nurse opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
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• Complete study medication order forms accurately, when needed, and has physician or appropriate designee sign orders prior to medication administration
• Oversee and manages routine operational activities for multiple research protocols
• Liaise between site research personnel, industry sponsors, and Supervisor
• Collaborate closely with various site departments/teams, including finance, relevant hospital administrative representatives, and the local IRB, if applicable
• Review proposed budgets for adequate coverage and recommends changes to Supervisor
• Coordinate protocol schedule of assessments from initial submission of feasibility until study closeout
• Coordinate submission and approval for the Site’s Facility Review Committee, if applicable
• Provide instruction on research protocols to appropriate staff, including interpretation of test results, observations, and related study data to physicians, nurses, and clinical staff
• Assess the patient and document findings at each clinic visit while on protocol
• Document all specific tasks required by the protocol (i.e. medication forms, quality of life questionnaires, neuro exams, vital signs sheets, times of lab draws, etc.)
• Complete the study medication order form accurately and have the physician or nurse practitioner sign orders prior to treatment
• Ensure that all medications are approved by the appropriate designee prior to initiating treatment or when changing medication regimens
• Accurately calculate and document the BSA, creatinine, STS calculation, or any other conversions needed, per protocol
• Document any interaction regarding the patient that occurs while the patient is enrolled on a protocol, including follow-up and survival (this includes home health intervention, pharmacies, and patient phone calls)
• Ensure that follow-up appointments, imaging, or any related procedures are scheduled correctly according to protocol requirements
• Accurately complete all data requests (including queries) and submit with source documentation within the timeframe specified in the SOP
• Re-consent patients in a timely manner and document process appropriately Site Development
• Work with site personnel and local investigators to assess site feasibility and performance
• Regularly meet with physicians and administrators, when applicable, to assess study performance and investigator satisfaction