Research Nurse II at Tulane University Staff New Orleans, LA in Harahan, LA

Research Nurse II job at Tulane University Staff. New Orleans, LA. The primary responsibility of the Research Nurse II is to manage RN responsibilities in the conduct of clinical trials. The research nurse is required to have an in-depth knowledge of protocol requirements and good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations. As one of the primary RN resources for the CTU protocols, the Research Nurse II acts as a liaison between the patient, investigator, Institutional Review Board and sponsor in carrying out the RN responsibilities of the protocol. The Research Nurse II is able to screen, enroll and follow study patients, under the supervision, ensuring protocol compliance and close patient monitoring, continuing the required learning process required in this second level position for advancement toward a Research Nurse III position. The Research Nurse II provides direct patient care for clinical trials subjects. The Research Nurse II assists with independent data and source documentation, adverse event reporting and maintenance of complete regulatory files, under direct supervision. • In-depth knowledge of Louisiana RN Scope of Practice regulations • In-depth knowledge of routine registered nurse procedures and familiarity with blood draws and infusions. • Basic understanding of federal regulations regarding clinical research as well as the Tulane regulatory process for clinical research. • Ability to acquire and maintain all required CITI training certificates • Ability to acquire and maintain credentialing at all required institutions: Tulane Medical Center, Veterans Administration Hospital/New Orleans, LA and University Medical Center. • RN with current licensure required. Must be licensed through the State of Louisiana by date of hire. • Bachelor degree required. • Two years of nursing experience or two years of clinical research experience as a study coordinator • Certification as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or ACRP), National Board of Medical Examiners, • OR Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP through the Society of Clinical Research Associates or SoCRA) is strongly desired. • Bachelor's of Science in Nursing strongly desired #J-18808-Ljbffr