RN Cardiac Clinical Research Coordinator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures compliance with each study's protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each subject study visit
• Participates in recruitment and selection of study participants by interviewing and documenting medical history todeterminecompliance with eligibility requirements
• Administers investigational medications and performs patient assessments during clinic visits todeterminepresence of side effects; notifiesPrincipalInvestigator of findings/issues
• Provides patient education and medical information to study patients to ensure understanding of proper medication dosage, administration, and disease treatment
• Documents medical data in patient chart to capture protocol requirements
• Ensures site compliance with research protocols by reviewing all regulatory requirements to confirm implementation ofappropriate methods, practices, and procedures for all research activities
• Providesaccurateandtimelydata collection, documentation, entry, and reporting in both sponsor andMercyhealthdatabases
• Supports the regulatory staff in the maintenance of regulatory documentsin accordance withMercyhealthSOP and applicable regulations
• Interfaces with research participants, to support efforts todetermineeligibility and consenting of study participants according to protocol
• Communicates and collaborates specific study requirements to the research team, including internal and external parties, sponsors, monitors, Pl, and study participants
• Ensures compliance with research protocols, by providing ongoing quality control audits, includingmaintainingongoing investigational drug accountability
• Disburses investigational drug and provides patient teachingregardingadministration, as necessary
• Communicates and collaborates w/ study team including internal and external parties, sponsors, PI, and study participants
• Participates with the Pl and study team toidentifyand prioritize the development of systems and infrastructure to maintainresearch quality and compliance
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required:

• Associate's degree in nursing required.

Preferred:

• Two years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, clinic, or similar healthcare setting.
• One year of clinical research experience.
• One year of Cardiac nursing experience.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Minimum Required:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in state of practice.
• BLS Certification required within three months.

Preferred:

• Nursing Certification in Cardiology or related specialty.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to follow both written and oral instructions accurately and consistently.
• Technical Skills
• Prefer computer Experience, especially with Epic.
• Prefer experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Core Competencies

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and environments.
• Customer service orientation and cultural sensitivity.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

The supervisor sets a definite objective and a general framework, but the employee is responsible for planning and arranging their own work to achieve the goal. The supervisor typically only reviews the final results.

PAY RANGE:

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women