Summary

　　The research coordinator, RN- II is responsible for coordinating the conduct of research protocols under general supervision, assuring that the integrity and quality of the research is maintained and that the research is conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines, federal, and sponsor regulations and guidelines, BMHCC and BCRI policies and procedures. The nurse research coordinator II is responsible for patient clinical care and management, recruitment, screening, scheduling, enrollment, submission of data, randomization and patient follow-up. The nurse research coordinator II is also responsible for specific protocol implementation and management. The research coordinator, RN- II may act as a liaison between the hospital, the IRB, study sponsors, and all investigators. The research coordinator, RN- II will collaborate with research coordinators, data managers and regulatory specialists. Travel may be required.

　　Responsibilities

　　Facilitates compliance with the requirements of the research protocol and good clinical practice while remaining cognizant of the needs of diverse patient populations.

　　Communicates with research team to facilitate the effective conduct of clinical trials.

　　Demonstrates leadership in ensuring patient comprehension and safety during initial and ongoing clinical trial informed consent discussions.

　　Manages the activities of patients participating in clinical trials, ensuring compliance with protocol procedures, assessments, and reporting requirements.

　　Ensures collection of source data and completion of documentation that validate the integrity of the conduct of the clinical trial

　　Enhances recruitment while being mindful of the needs of diverse patient populations.

　　Assists in implementation of recruitment plans to identify and assess individuals who might be eligible for clinical trials, taking into consideration the study entry criteria, required procedures, and other potential factors.

　　Enhances adherence to ethical practices during the conduct of clinical trials in order to protect the rights and well-being of patients and the collection of quality data.

　　Identifies financial variables that affect research and supports good financial stewardship in clinical trials.

　　Identifies his or her ongoing professional development needs and seeks resources and opportunities to meet those needs, such as memberships in nursing, oncology, or research organizations.

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　Requirements, Preferences and Experience

　　Education

　　Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

　　Minimum: Currently licensed nurse or equivalent combination of education and experience

　　Experience

　　Preferred: 4 Years' Experience in Oncology and/or Clinical Research

　　Minimum: 4 years Research or Clinical Research Experience

　　Licensure, Registration, Certification

　　Preferred: Certifications- SOCRA (Society of Clinical Research Associates), ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals), Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI), HAZMAT, CCRP or CCRC

　　Minimum: BLS within 14 days of hire, RN

　　About Baptist Memorial Health Care

　　At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey.

　　At Baptist, We Offer:

　　Competitive salaries

　　Paid vacation/time off

　　Continuing education opportunities

　　Generous retirement plan

　　Health insurance, including dental and vision

　　Sick leave

　　Service awards

　　Free parking

　　Short-term disability

　　Life insurance

　　Health care and dependent care spending accounts

　　Education assistance/continuing education

　　Employee referral program

　　Job Summary:

　　Position: 16213 - Coordinator-Research Nurse II RN

　　Facility: BMHCC Corporate Office

　　Department: BCRI Baptist Clinical Research

　　Category: Nurse RN

　　Type: Clinical Nurse

　　Work Type: Full Time

　　Work Schedule: Days

　　Location: US:TN:Memphis

　　Located in the Memphis metro area REQNUMBER: 19742