Registered Nurse (RN) - Research / Clinical Research - $30+ per hour
Company: University of Miami
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: January 22, 2023
Job Description:
University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Research
/ Clinical Research for a nursing job in Miami, Florida.Job
Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Research / Clinical Research
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: PermanentThe Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer
Center has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Clinicals Trials
Nurse, Level 1 to work on the UHealth Campus. The Clinical Trials
Nurse, Level 1 delivers patient-family centered care in a
culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of
quality, safety, and service while ensuring population-specific
patient care and compliance with the research protocol in an
ambulatory setting. The Clinical Trials Nurse, Level 1 plays a key
role in the recruitment of participants and achievement of research
objectives. Additionally, ensures that the integrity and quality of
clinical research studies is maintained with some guidance and that
studies are conducted in accordance with practice guidelines,
federal and sponsor regulations, and institutional policies and
procedures. Provides care to patients, practicing in accordance
with the Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice of the Florida
Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care,
and institutional policies and procedures. Within that role, the
Clinical Trials Nurse, Level 1 performs all steps of the nursing
process including assessing/screening of patients; interpreting
data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating
care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the
knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent
complications while ensuring compliance with the research protocol.
As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided
and nurtures a compassionate environment. The Clinical Trials
Nurse, Level 1 delivers care that supports the UHealth mission to
be a state-of-the-art academic medical center by participating in
transforming patient care through innovative research.Provides
clinical trial support in the hospital and/or clinic setting to
ensure University patients are offered appropriate clinical trials
following Good Clinical Practice standards. Screens
patients/patient records to identify potential trial candidates and
notify the treating physician and University Clinical Research
Staff. Assists the Investigator obtain subject informed consent
following the University Clinical Research Staff Informed Consent
Process 301-05. This involves spending time with the patient and
family to provide detailed information about the clinical trial and
answer any questions arising within the Clinical Trials Nurse scope
of knowledge. Educates staff and subjects about protocols,
treatment, possible side effects, and complications. With input as
required from the Investigator, assesses and documents adverse
events and concomitant medications. Works closely with the protocol
University Clinical Research Staff to ensure Serious Adverse Events
are documented and reported per protocol and regulatory
requirements. Assesses and documents the patient's compliance and
response to protocol treatment Collaborates closely with protocol
University Clinical Research Staff. Provides University Clinical
Research Staff with the Informed Consent Document Form and all
source documentation required to determine eligibility and maintain
compliance. Works closely with the Investigator, Investigational
Pharmacist, Comprehensive Treatment Unit (CTU) staff and Clinical
Research Services (CRS) Senior Manager to review the clinical trial
treatment order-set and individual patient orders within 6 months
of hiring. Provides potential and registered clinical trial
patients with contact information to ensure that patients and
families have an avenue to direct questions about the clinical
trial that they were offered. Enters applicable research related
orders and research specific tests and procedures into the chart
for the Investigator to sign. Performs research related protocol
specific ECGs. Performs simple clinical tasks (research blood
draws, vital signs etc.) according to scope of practice, skills,
and competencies. Provides conduit between physicians, allied
health professionals, nursing staff and clinical trial patients
regarding trial related issues to maintain a safe environment for
the patient while maintaining compliance. Communicates with the
Investigator, patients, families, clinical staff and University
Clinical Research Staff to ensure that treatment plans and research
related interventions and activities are understood and scheduled
appropriately. Provides a consistent and accessible resource for
physicians and clinical staff regarding clinical trials. Works with
the Investigator to ensure all clinical trial procedures are
performed according to the protocol. Receives clinical trial oral
medication from pharmacy and administers the drug, documenting
appropriately and providing source documents to the protocol
University Clinical Research Staff once Oncology Nursing Society
(ONS) provider certification card is obtained and competencies are
checked. Performs second chemotherapy order check prior to
administration by another clinical trials nurse once ONS provider
certification card is obtained and competencies are achieved.This
list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be
all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or
responsibilities, as necessary.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's
degree in relevant field Certification and Graduated from an
accredited nursing program 1 year prior experience required Current
Florida Registered Nurse license Current American Heart Association
(AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
Certification Current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced
Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for healthcare providers
Certification Strong, effective communication skills with patients,
families, and clinical team for innovative patient care and trust--
Ability to collaborate with peers in the best interest of the
patient to provide consistent quality of care Ability to establish
and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives,
managers, physicians, non-physician providers, patients/families
and other departments and staff-- Demonstrates strong time
management skills to prioritize, triage, and act proactivity
Ability to uphold professional ethics and maintain patient
confidentiality-- Knowledgeable on all aspects of patient care
including assessing, planning, coordinating, monitoring, and
evaluating the patients' progress through continuum of care Skill
in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary Ability
to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment
Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities
required as related to various aspects of the protocol Good
reading, writing, mathematical, organizational and comprehension
skills Demonstrate ability to maintain cooperative working
relationships with internal and external units in a clinical
research environmentThe University of Miami offers competitive
salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical,
dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami
Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system,
provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking
research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As
an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida,
Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than
100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million
patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has
earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and
patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.Patient
safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the
flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami
Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide
ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and
clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or
clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or
termination of employment.University of Miami Job ID #R100061697.
Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week
(subject to confirmation).About University of MiamiThe University
of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher
education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical
care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to
attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of
transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through
our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence,
Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create
an environment where everyone contributes in making the University
a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers
in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff
from all over the world.Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- 403b retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Continuing Education
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