Description
Introduction
Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) RN Clinical Research Coordinator? At Austin Heart, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Benefits
Austin Heart, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated RN Clinical Research Coordinator like you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary and Qualifications
Seeking a Clinical Research RN for our practice who provides clinical expertise to ensure all patients receive high quality, efficient care. We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply now.
What you will do in this role:
Coordinates all research study activities with the Principal Investigator and has direct nursing care
responsibilities.
Coordinates and manages clinical studies according to OHRP and FDA regulations, as well as, ICH
Good Clinical Practices and IRB requirements.
Develops tactical study procedures
Develops any necessary study documents not provided by sponsor or IRB
Educates HCA staff regarding research and study protocols
Screens and recruits patients based on protocol criteria
Explains study protocols, procedures and treatments to patients and families
Conducts the Informed Consent process in conjunction with study investigators
Ensure that an original copy of any subjects Informed Consent Document is the in the research
binders, as well as, a copy on the subject's medical record.
May function as Primary Coordinator for research studies
Responsible for all investigational drug accountability and dispensing
Coordinates with Pharmacist if on Delegation Log
Administers Investigational Drug as per protocol
Serve as a resource for department members for medical interpretations of research process and
protocol specifics
Assess each proposed study protocol with critical analysis of potential implementation and patient
care
Dedicate to creative/innovative growth of research in the division
Acquire continuing education pertinent to research and applicable licensed profession
Responsible for maintaining good clinical practice standards, addressing non-compliance issues,
developing corrective action plans
Execute medical orders within parameters of education, training and licensure
Conduct study activities helping to ensure all safety parameters
Investigational device accounting and dispensing
Facilitate administrative review and approval of proposed studies
Provide/coordinate the highest level of contact, counseling and support services
Coordinate study activities and patient care with medical staff (cardiologist and PCP, etc.)
Implement and adhere to study protocol
Perform Phlebotomy and IV procedures
Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis, monitoring tests and procedures, shipping frozen
specimens
Maintain patient records in EMR and appropriate hospital records
Assess and report adverse study events, included to the IRB and any research sponsors
Complete all paperwork affiliated with the study, including but not limited to the requirements of
the facility, the IRB and the study Sponsor
Maintain copies of all research related correspondence
Conduct study activities helping to ensure all safety parameters
Maintain professional relationships with sponsors, Clinical Research Organizations, research teams,
pharmacies, laboratories, IRB’s, and hospitals for the coordination of research activities
Review research and pertinent journals, abstracts and scientific literature
Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”.
What Qualifications you will need:
EDUCATION:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or other health related field – requiredEXPERIENCE:
Minimum of two years’ experience in area of research specialty required.
Minimum of two years clinical research experience.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
Licensed RN
CCRC is preferred
BLS Certification; ACLS preferred
Actively maintained CCRC (Certified Clinical Research Coordinator) preferred
Physician Services Group (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/physician-services) is skilled in physician employment, practice and urgent care operations. We are experts in hospitalist integration, and graduate medical education. We lead more than 1,300 physician practices and 170+ urgent care centers. We are HCA Healthcare’s graduate medical education leader. We provide direction for over 260 exceptional resident and fellowship programs. We focus on carrying out value-added solutions. These solutions help physicians deliver patient-centered healthcare. We support HCA Healthcare's commitment to the care and improvement of human life.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our RN Clinical Research Coordinator opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.