Clinical Research Nurse

*This position will primarily be 3^rd shift (10:45pm - 7:15am) but if need arises, this individual will rotate to other shifts when needed. Work schedule will be 40 hours a week with 8 hours shifts, Sunday - Thursday*

• Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.
• Review protocols and informed consent forms for scheduled studies, identify, and communicate potential issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Participate in the execution of study-related activities of Phase I clinical research studies conducted at the ACPRU.
• Maintain safety and confidentiality of study subjects throughout the study. Maintain accurate and complete source data.
• Evaluate adverse events and manage safety reporting activities in a timely manner.
• Participate in nursing study related activities as required by protocol in compliance with corporate, divisional, and departmental SOP’s and external (CFR, ICH, GCP) regulatory guidelines.
• Communicate with the Principal Investigator and other ACPRU personnel to organize study-specific nursing activities.
• Participate in quality and compliance improvement initiatives and provide feedback as appropriate.
• Facilitate training of new nursing personnel and ensure management is apprised of trainee progress.
• Provides study support as assigned within a defined scope, actively supports area projects/goals and completes delegated activities as assigned. Workload responsibilities are study-related and have a major impact on regulatory compliance.
• The candidate must be able to present study related issues, orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner. Problem solving involves identification of problems and proper escalation to Management. Follows scientific arguments and identifies study data and source document issues and seeks solutions with minimum guidance. Complies with proper documentation practices and utilizes sound GCP standards and regulatory guidance. Impacts subject safety, study data integrity, and product approval.

• Associate Degree in Nursing; R.N. licensure in Illinois or ability to become registered in Illinois
• 3-4 years of nursing experience; and/or
• 1-3 years of work experience in a clinical research environment.
• Good understanding of ICH/FDA regulations and guidelines affecting clinical research issues. Understanding of department SOPs. Clinical knowledge to apply to adverse event assessment and data collection. Computer proficient (e.g. Windows, Word, Excel).
• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance. Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement. Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.
• Learns fast, grasps the essence" and can change course quickly where indicated.. Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo.

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