Nurse/Researcher (Finance)

The Nurse /Researcher will supervise the day to day operations of the USF Health Clinical Research Center, coordinate, conduct and evaluate clinical research related activities as assigned as well as develop and grow the USF Health Clinical Research Center. The primary purpose of this position is to oversee the screening, enrollment and retention of study participants, to coordinate study visits, ensure quality of data collected throughout the research study, and implement the procedures and activities of the assigned study protocols, according to all applicable regulations and regulatory compliance, under the direction of the Principal Investigator. As a Registered Nurse, the Nurse Researcher utilizes education and expertise to oversee patient- related activities of the studies. In addition, the research nurse will ensure regular communication with staff to disseminate important information, delineate expectations, develop rapport, and motivate employees to achieve peak productivity and performance for a quality operation.This position requires licensure as a registered nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes, or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Chapter 64 B9, Florida Administrative Code. Bachelor's degree in Nursing with two years of nursing research or directly related experience; OR an Associate's degree in Nursing with four years of same experience. A Master's degree in Nursing is Preferred. Annual certifications may be required to participate in specific studies.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check

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Working at USF
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With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.
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To learn more about working at USF please visit: Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here .Recruit, screen and provide research related services, interventions and evaluations per protocol for participants enrolled in clinical research studies under the direction of the Principal Investigator. Provide initial and ongoing informed consent with participants and families. Schedule study visits and procedures and follow-up study visits per protocol visit windows. Administer investigational product per protocol. Perform study related procedures such as collection of vital signs and anthropometric measurements, phlebotomy, ECGs, injections, infusions and other procedures per protocol as delegated by the PI and in accordance with training and experience. Communicate participant status to Investigator and research team as well as other entities as required. Strive to enhance subject retention in assigned protocol. Assure all reporting requirements are met per regulatory and institutional policies and procedures. Track and report participant study visit activity and procedures for assigned protocols.

Under the Director, develop and build the USF Clinical Research Center (CRC) including hiring and supervising additional personnel as the unit research activity increases. Supervise the day to day operations of the Clinical Research Center (CRC), ensure equipment is properly maintained and calibrated. Arrange yearly calibration certification as well as calling for repairs when needed, ensure CRC is clean, orderly and stocked with essential supplies. Order CRC supplies. Assist CRC investigator/research teams with clinical support as needed (general support to all teams using CRC needing assistance with phlebotomy, IV placement, flushing infusion lines, and administering medications). Record daily temperature of refrigerators and freezers. Notify study teams if temperature excursions occur. Serve as the main point of contact for outside inquires concerning research opportunities in the CRC.

Compile and maintain research progress notes and source documents and record data for each study participant in accordance with the research protocol. Monitor participant's unexpected and adverse events, laboratory, radiology, and other procedure test results and report to Investigator, sponsor and IRB as appropriate. Collect and report study data on paper Case Report Forms or in electronic data capture systems per protocol, including query resolution. Develop source document templates as needed per protocol. Monitor clinical study activity to ensure compliance with the protocol, site SOPs and all applicable regulations, including HIPAA regulations.

Prepare and submit documents to the Institutional Review Board(s) and other research review boards and committees as applicable and according to regulatory and institutional requirements. Compile and maintain regulatory files for assigned protocols. Coordinate, prepare for and participate in monitoring visits, audits and inspections.

Educate patients, families and staff in regard to clinical research activity. Complete and maintain necessary training to stay abreast of current regulatory guidelines. Participate in the planning and execution of education and training activities, specific to assigned studies and to general clinical research educational activities. Serve as a resource for both internal and external customers and members of the community in regard to clinical research processes, developments and trends in the field as well as referrals to specific clinical research studies as applicable.

Collect, process and ship research specimens. Achieve and maintain certification in biohazardous materials shipping. Ensure that infection control and safety procedures are implemented and maintained. Maintain investigational article accountability records and manage clinical supplies as required for assigned protocols. Interface with Investigational Pharmacy and Affiliate Institutions for assigned studies as applicable. Fulfill required certification or registration processes when assigned to research projects where study visit activity occurs at Affiliate Institutions.

Assist with the development and dissemination of policies, procedures and site SOPs for the CRC. Ensure quality assurance of research activities conducted in the CRC. Serve as an OCR/CRC liaison with investigators, study staff, USFPG and research volunteers as well as research sponsors and Clinical Research Organizations (CROs). Track and report on CRC utilization.