Position Highlights:

• Sign on bonus: (if applicable)
• Position:
• Location: [City, IL]
• Full Time/Part Time: [Full Time / Part Time]
• Hours: Monday-Friday, [hours and flexible work schedules]
• Required Travel:

A Brief Overview:
The Clinical Research RN manages research including paperwork, study participants interaction and study monitor interaction. Provide nursing care services including consenting, treating and monitoring of patients under the direction of the Dr. Frank Tu and other physicians or researchers of NorthShore University HealthSystem Medical Group. Duties include coordination with study investigators to plan and implement research projects, assistance with data collection and tracking forms, development and implementation of data tracking procedures, coordination and liaison with other research sites, completion of case report forms, accurate and timely collection of information to meet study requirements of sponsors, monitoring quality assurance for billing, management of study databases, and production of data reports for tracking purposes. This position will also involve the performance of other research project-related tasks, as needed. Some of these tasks include ability to perform bedside ultrasounds for research projects, pelvic examination, and performance of sensory pain testing using experimental protocols.

What you will do:

• Knowledge and application of NorthShore policies and procedures that apply to job and area of responsibility.
• Knowledge and demonstration of NorthShore customer service standards.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws that apply to the job's area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of NorthShore policies and procedures that apply to the job and its area of responsibility.
• Ongoing growth and development from participation in events such as workshops, in-service programs, and departmental meeting.
• Provides care based on physical, psychological, educational, and related criteria, appropriate to the age and type of patients/customers served in their area.
• NorthShore Research Guidelines for initial and ongoing training
• Institutional Review Board (IRB), Local, State, and Federal research regulations.
• Protocol initiation and ongoing maintenance with IRB, Principal Investigators, and Sponsors.
• Correct submission of research applications, revisions, periodic progress reports, budgets, and adverse events.
• Adherence to informed consent regulations, including privacy/confidentiality, and use of current forms.
• Understand designated research protocols and accurately communicate them to others.
• Use equipment and/or obtain certification as required by protocol.
• Function as part of research team, assist other research staff, and seek assistance when needed.
• Prioritize study requirements on an ongoing basis and adjust work schedule accordingly.
• Be a knowledgeable resource for staff and subjects. Answer questions accurately or attain answers from appropriate sources.
• Maintain adequate stock of study supplies.
• Perform accurate data collection, documentation and use of proper forms and terminology.
• Maintain organized files and records.
• Utilize material safety data sheet information when appropriate.
• Support day-to-day operations of Gynecological Pain and Minimally Invasive Surgery protocols.
• This may include pelvic examinations, performance of bedside research ultrasounds, sensory pain testing, blood draws, and placement of electrodes for EKG and related cardiopulmonary monitoring.
• Assistance in preparation of papers, presentations, and grant submissions, where appropriate.
• Participate in ongoing departmental strategic planning with respect to research activities.
• Coordinate care and follow up of research patients including necessary appointment scheduling.
• Responsible for recruitment, coordination of care (in compliance with study protocol), and retention of research subjects.
• Determine eligibility of patients for clinical trials and assist in the informed consent process.
• Respond to physician and participant questions and requests.
• Assist with various clinical procedures.
• Assist with collecting, processing, and shipping of biological specimens per protocol requirements.
• Appropriate follow-up on abnormal laboratory values.
• Maintain accurate and complete records on study participants, including accurate completion of case report forms and electronic data entry in a timely fashion.
• Prepare for and assist with all audits, site visits and monitoring visits.
• Attend monthly research coordinator meetings with the Research Institute, where relevant.
• Completes and submits query resolution forms in a timely fashion.
• Works with patients and non-patients to effect successful completion of clinical trials.
• Manages databases for clinical research trials.
• Attend investigator meetings, as needed.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of upcoming tests and services that will be paid for by research.
• Correctly identifies which patient charges belong to research and notifies appropriate personnel daily.
• Pays bills in a timely manner.
• Manages in-basket correctly.
• Able to navigate chart review screens to find required information.
• Documents applicable information into the EPIC record.
• Enters and releases orders. (as required by research study protocol)
• Makes appointments in Cadence.
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What you will need:

• Bachelors Degree Required
• 3 Years Experience in a physician practice or hospital setting. And
• 3 Years Experience in research/clinical trials are preferred
• Research experience highly desirable
• Labor and Delivery experience highly desirable
• Detail oriented
• Excellent organization, time management, problem solving and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• Phlebotomy skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Valid driver's license
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) RN(Current Illinois License to practice professional nursing) Required

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities

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