Job Title: Clinical Research Nurse
Job Description
The primary purpose of the Clinical Research Nurse is to ensure successful, patient-oriented, safe, and effective conduct of clinical trials. This role involves assisting investigators in preparing and implementing new clinical trials, screening and enrolling study participants, and providing protocol-related clinical management to those participants while on study. The Research Nurse will also serve as a resource to faculty and staff on available protocols and general research topics such as FDA, IRB, and GCP regulations.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Protocol Activation office to initiate and activate new clinical trial protocols.
Prepare and review study tools such as study binders, medication diaries, eligibility checklists, and flow sheets.
Verify Scientific Review Board (SRB), Institutional Review Board (IRB), data collection plans, and finance/contract approvals before study activation.
Review protocols, collect multidisciplinary logistical, educational, and financial feedback to identify potential obstacles, and resolve them in collaboration with the Principal Investigator (PI).
Conduct one-on-one or group protocol-related nursing education to other disciplines.
Translate finalized protocol treatment plans, study calendars, and clinical trials billing grids into sample orders.
Ensure timely prescreening of potential subjects for all available clinical trials.
Review patient charts and medical history to confirm protocol eligibility and obtain source documents.
Follow the required elements of the informed consent process, ensuring IRB-approved informed consent is obtained and documented.
Register consented research patients with study sponsors and input data into the clinical trials database.
Provide completed precertification forms and anticipated clinical information to Financial Counselor.
Serve as a resource for Clinical Trial Billing Information related to assigned studies.
Ensure protocol-specific orders are entered and executed accurately, including scheduling and completing tests and appointments.
Coordinate continuity of protocol-specified procedures and treatments for study patients between disciplines/sites of care.
Manage patient reimbursement while on clinical trial.
Deliver high-quality, compassionate oncology nursing care and coordinate with the clinical team, investigators, and ancillary departments.
Provide nursing assessment of study patients and ensure complete and accurate documentation for protocol-specified visits.
Maintain research records for screened and enrolled patients.
Drive collaboration with integrated medical system staff to ensure timely delivery of services to patients.
Accurately grade adverse events and complete Serious/Unexpected Adverse Event (SAE) forms.
Assist with monitoring visits and audits, providing accurate and timely responses to sponsor's queries.
Complete Case Report Forms (CRFs) and resolve database queries as needed.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge and adhere to policies, procedures, guidance, and practice standards set by regulatory bodies.
Provide training, orientation, and preceptorship to faculty and staff as needed.
Ensure compliance with Institutional, State, and Federal regulations throughout research projects.
Essential Skills
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a license to practice in the State of New Jersey.
One year of oncology experience required.
One year of pediatric experience required
Maintains active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
Proficient in computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maximize resources and be resourceful.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
Three to five years of oncology research experience preferred.
Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) certification as an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN) preferred.
Association of Clinical Research Professional as a Clinical Research Analyst (CRA) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA) certification as a Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) preferred.
Equivalent education, experience, and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $57.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)- Short and long-term disability- Health Spending Account (HSA)- Transportation benefits- Employee Assistance Program- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New Brunswick,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2025.
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