CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE COORDINATOR

School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health. a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Be You.

The Department of Surgery is looking for a Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator to join our team. This critical role will participate in or lead the day-to-day operations of clinical research for the Abdominal Transplant Division. The Surgery Office of Clinical Research (SOCR) is staffed with experienced individuals who are dedicated to patient safety while conducting innovative research with the hope of advancing medicine and improving clinical care.

Minimum Requirements:

• Work requires graduation from an accredited BSN or Associates Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. All registered nurses without a Bachelors degree in Nursing (or higher) are encouraged to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date but must complete the program within seven years of their start date. Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required.
• Maintain compliance with required hospital and unit specific training competencies as well as an active RN status with the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON).
• Exception: Registered nurses hired before September 1, 2016 are not required to enroll in a BSN program to remain in this job classification.
• Twelve months of appropriate clinical nursing experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Can easily use computing software and web based applications (e.g., Microsoft Office products and internet browsers).

Be Bold.

Position Description:

• Plan, provide, supervise, and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. May delegate tasks and supervise the activities of other licensed and unlicensed research staff.
• Is responsible for all aspects of managing and documenting Investigational Product (IP); including arrival, storage, tracking, and provision to research participants. Serves as the primary liaison with sponsors, Investigational Drug Service (IDS), and other parties as necessary. Follows protocol schema for randomization and blinding and unbinding.
• Develops and submits documentation and information for Institutional Review Board (IRB) review. Communicates with the IRB staff and reviewers and handle issues appropriately.
• Ensures accuracy and completeness of data for all studies, including those that are complex in nature. Recognizes data quality trends and escalates as appropriate. May develop tools for, and train others in, data quality assurance procedures.
• Contributes to the development of scientific publications or presentations and serves as an author on poster presentations or publications.

Choose Duke.

The Duke Department of Surgery has gained a reputation as one of the leading surgery programs in the world. The number and variety of active clinical trials in the Department of Surgery allows us to offer our patients access to treatments and therapies that are available at only a few medical centers nationwide. Join our award-winning team and be part of an inclusive culture that is committed to providing outstanding patient care, training tomorrow’s leaders, and conducting innovative research. You'll also benefit from Duke's competitive benefits package, including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more.

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