Research Teaching Assistant Jobs in Rochester, NY

Job Title:Clinical Research Nurse - LPN

Department:RGH Research Institute

Location:Various Pediatric Clinical Sites

Hours Per Week:40

Schedule:M-F Days

SUMMARY

Coordinates, facilitates and monitors the implementation of research protocols being conducted by the Center for Infectious Diseases and Immunology, of the Rochester General Hospital Research Institute, following sponsor/protocol requirements, and FDA regulations. Coordinates research related care for PEDIATRIC patients participating in clinical trials, interacting with families and study site healthcare providers, ensuring compliance with written protocols.

Passionate about research discovery.

Intellectually curious, enthusiastic learner.

Self starter, organized and able to multitask.

Experience monitoring clinical trials.

Experience working with infant and toddler patients and their families.

Good language and communication skills.

Familiarity with productivity software such as Microsoft Office or Google Suite.

Familiarity with FDA regulations for clinical trials.

Familiarity with Electronic Case Report Forms such as CRIO or REDCap.

Internet and email proficiency.

Understanding of computer security and privacy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates in-depth advanced knowledge of current professional nursing practice and techniques.

Demonstrates nursing physical assessment skills.

Works collaboratively with physicians, physician's assistants, case managers, community health care providers, nursing staff, and leadership staff.

Coordinates, implements and monitors clinical trials

Reviews new protocols for feasibility of implementation at RGH prior to submission for approval and communicates their impression to the

Research Manager and , Principal Investigatorr and the Medical Director of Clinical Research.

Maintains thorough familiarity with all aspects of active study protocols being conducted by assigned department may also be called upon to assist with on-going inpatient trials.

Educates nursing, pharmacy and clerical staff about new protocols or amendment implementation and their roles in the implementation.

Participates in screening and enrollment of potential study patients/subjects in accordance with the inclusion and exclusion criteria of activeprotocols.

Collects and records data and submits to sponsors as required. Completes screening forms, case report forms, adverse event reports, drugdisposition records, and other study documents in an accurate and timely manner.

Reconciles data queries in a timely manner by communicating with sponsors.

Properly prepares, stores, and ships serum, plasma, and other body fluid specimens according to study protocol and sponsor requirements,including completion of accompanying laboratory requisitions.

Maintains all study documents in a neat, orderly, and easily retrievable system.

Assures that appropriate inventories of supplies and study drugs are available for each active protocol.

Coordinates the participation of pharmacists in drug preparation and maintenance of drug disposition records according to protocol requirements.

Communicates copies of screening logs, enrollment logs, and other documents as requested according to the schedule established by each sponsor or other third party.

Submits adverse event reports and other IRB or sponsor required documents during the conduct of a study.

Participates in any FDA monitoring visits.

Participates in other audits.

Demonstrates advanced skills in verbal and written communication, and functions effectively as educational resource.

Identifies and prioritizes learning and teaching needs of patients.

Collaborates with staff and peers.

Performs other duties as directed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing

Strong analytical, communication, and computer skills

Ability to interact well with pediatric patients and patients families.

Pediatrics and Clinical Trial experience preferred.

Required Licensure/Certification Skills:

Current New York Nursing license.

Valid NYS Driver's license and reliable transportation.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.