Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator

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Responsible for conducting research studies under the supervision of the leader of the assigned area. This position will support and ensure that comprehensive patient care and research services are provided that support the integrity of the family, patient care and research team. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

Responsible for conducting research studies under the supervision of the leader of the assigned area. This position will support and ensure that comprehensive patient care and research services are provided that support the integrity of the family, patient care and research team. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values.

What You Will Do

• Coordinates research studies under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
• Acquires and maintains data.
• Plans for and utilizes fiscal resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Carries out clinical patient assessment for specific clinical projects.
• Establishes, utilizes, and maintains effective communication systems within the Research Network.
• Develops and maintains quality initiatives for the Network.
• Analyzes data and prepares reports and presentations.
  
  

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Nursing- RN required
• Bachelor's Degree Nursing- RN preferred
  
  

Experience Qualifications

• 5-7 years Nursing required
• 1-3 years Clinical research preferred
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Good written oral and communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills with ability to successfully interact with physicians, other medical providers and associates.
• Demonstrates skills in conflict resolution and problem solving.
• Demonstrates ability to handle numerous simultaneous projects.
• High attention to detail demonstrated in clinical and contractual settings.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to communicate complex technical material to physicians, other clinical Associates, and patients and their families both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan and schedule tasks and projects and to maintain control of own workflow by prioritizing projects.
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association required
• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator - Association of Clinical Research Professionals
• Certified Clinical Research Professional - The Society of Clinical Research Associates
• Registered Nurse Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing
• Registered Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing
• Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
  
  

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
• Ability to handle and administer narcotics and investigational drugs as needed.
• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, stooping, kneeling and repetitive motions.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work-exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.
• Associate required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, and viewing a computer terminal, or extensive reading.
  
  

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Education

Associates Degree: Respiratory Therapy (Required), Bachelor's Degree: Clinical Research (Required), Bachelor's Degree: Health (Required), Bachelor's Degree: Physical Therapy (Required), Bachelor's Degree: Respiratory Therapy (Required), Bachelor's Degree: Science (Required), Technical Degree or Diploma: Emerg Medical Tech (EMT) (Required), Technical Degree or Diploma: Paramedic (Required)

Work Experience

Clinical research, Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, Physical therapy, Respiratory Therapist

Certifications

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association, Certified Clinical Research Coordinator - Association of Clinical Research Professionals, Certified Clinical Research Professional - The Society of Clinical Research Associates, Registered Nurse Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing

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