Lead Clinical Research Nurse

Hackensack Meridian Health

  • Hackensack, NJ
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
OverviewOur team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.The Lead Clinical Research Nurse is responsible for providing guidance, training, and coordination of the assigned oncology research divisions clinical research nursing team. This role plays a pivotal role in coordinating and overseeing clinical operations of all assigned Clinical Research Nurse and Clinical Trials and participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating Compliant Patient Care in clinical research studies. This role works under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator(s) and Oncology Clinical Research Administration.ResponsibilitiesA day in the life of a Lead Clinical Research Nurse at Hackensack Meridian Health may include:Works together with and oversees all assigned Clinical Research Nurses
Interacts with regulatory specialists and principal investigators and sub-investigators on all regulatory issues and changes within the protocol.
In collaboration with the principal investigator, clinical research coordinator, and clinical team, participates in the review of studies for feasibility and evaluates potential competition with other protocols prior to submitting study.
Reviews study with principal investigator and/or clinical research coordinator to a budget outlining standard of care and research costs. Finalizes budget draft with budget coordinator.
Act as principal investigator's representative as appropriate. This may include communicating with sponsors and their representatives, the IRB and other medical personnel.
Prepares and assists for sponsor monitor site visits and ensures all supporting documentation records are adequate and available for the visit; Meets with monitor at least once during each monitor site visit and resolves all issues found during visit.
Assists the principal investigator in preparing for publication. Works with analysts and assists with queries related to data to evaluate the significance of collected data.
Provides education to all departments and clinical areas where study is performed.
Attends research meetings and conferences as required.
Coordinates and manages the daily operations of the division in the abscess of administration.
Participates in staff meetings and in-service education of nursing and medical staff.
Promotes safe patient care through assessing for patient, family or team member issues.
Plays an active role in resolution of patient or team member problem; conflict resolution.
Assures daily schedules within the division to support safe patient care and assists in maintaining appropriate staffing within the division in compliance with acuity, etc.
Interprets supports and communicates HMH & JTCC policies, standards and procedures.
Efficiently identifies divisional problems and develops solutions to review with Oncology Research Administration.
Interacts in an appropriate and timely manner in conflict situations facilitating constructive resolutions and positive outcomes.
Serves as a role model for all research staff in all aspects of nursing and clinical research conduct (i.e professionalism, quality care team on inter and intra departmental issues that may occur when dealing with other members of the organization.
Provides employee supervision to further enhance quality care and gives feedback to staff.
Identifies patient care issues and collaborates with the JTCC Management Team to initiate change.QualificationsEducation, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:Graduate of a NLN/AACN accredited program in nursing.
3 years of progressive oncology nursing
3 years oncology clinical research nursing experience
Adheres to the American Nurses Association standards
Strong attention to detail and customer service focus is required
Excellent communication, organizational, presentation, documentation, and interpersonal skills are required
Ability to work independently, or in a team, and handle multiple deadline driven tasks in a dynamic environment is essential
Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms
Reviews and complies with all relevant HUMC and Business Unit policies and procedures, and local, state, and Federal laws and regulations.Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:BSN Preferred
Mandatory education on human subject research and GCP (CITI Training and Certification)
Knowledge of clinical trials and the regulation (local, state, and federal) of such
Familiarity with basic scientific and healthcare principles and terminology
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing tasks and demandsLicenses and Certifications Required:NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.Licenses and Certifications Preferred:Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) and/or Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) and/or Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC).Our NetworkHackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a Mandatory Influenza Vaccination FacilityAs a courtesy to assist you in your job search, we would like to send your resume to other areas of our Hackensack Meridian Health network who may have current openings that fit your skills and experience.Save job savedShareBenefitsworkplace excellencecollaborative work environmentwork-life balancecompassionate nursing culturementoring programssubstantial tuition reimbursementEric
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