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University of Miami Clinical Research Nurse 2 in Miami, Florida
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The University of Miami Health System, "UHealth”, SCCC Department has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research Nurse 2. The Clinical Research Nurse 2 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 Research Nurse 2 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 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 Research Nurse 2 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 Research Nurse 2 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.
Assesses, troubleshoots, and reports problems with data collection to appropriate managing staff.
Identifies desired research outcomes and evaluates and monitors subjects’ responses.
Conducts initiation visits and registers patients in clinical studies.
Performs study data collection and entry using charts, correspondence, medical records, and relevant communications. Identifies and procures equipment and supplies needed to fulfill project requirements.
Educates staff and subjects about protocols, treatment, possible side effects, and complications. May also collect and handle specimens as required by individual study protocols.
Prepares and processes new research proposals and amendments and continually monitors applications and adverse events.
Assists with study completion, data lock, study closeout, and archiving of study files to ensure completeness and continuity of all study data.
Completes ongoing checks of clinical data entered on the case report forms to ensure accuracy and revises any discrepancies.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
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 of Science in nursing required Graduated from an accredited nursing program.
Current Florida Registered Nurse license
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
Certification Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) provider card for Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy administration Certification in relevant specialty or field (i.e., oncology, clinical research, etc.) preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
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
Ability to adapt and exhibit flexibility to handle new, different, or changing environments.
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
Knowledge in navigating the electronic medical records and reviewing treatment plans.
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values • 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 environment.
The 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.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Pay Grade:
H12
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