Clinical Research Associate RN I

Operates under general supervision. Performs data abstraction, collection, and entry to support clinical research. Prepares submission for all reportable events. Develops, maintains, and/or monitors case report forms. Ensures compliance with prescribed interventions and evaluations of the assigned protocol(s). Provides data to the collaborating research organization or study sponsor. Prepares data reports. Provides patient care, education, and management. Position has a dotted line reporting relationship to the Nursing Executive/CNO. Coordinates with supervisor and Nursing Executive/CNO to ensure consistent institution-wide compliance with standards of nursing practice.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform data abstraction, collection, and entry to support clinical research.
• Assist with submission for all reportable events (e.g., adverse events, protocol variations).
• Maintain/enter data as required for case report forms.
• Ensure compliance with prescribed interventions and evaluations of the assigned protocol(s).
• Provide data to the collaborating research organization (CRO) or study sponsor, and prepare data reports as directed.
• (As applicable) Provide patient care, education, and management (e.g., routine test conduct; assistance in clinical procedures; medication instruction, monitoring, and documentation; patient care coordination; education on protocol activities)
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Minimum Education and/or Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum Requirement: Prior industry experience preferred.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by Law:

• (LC: RN-TN) Must possess a current Tennessee State Board of Nursing license if primary residence is Tennessee or a Nurse Licensure Non-Compact state.
• (LC: RN-MISS, RN-ARK or RN-KY) Must possess a current State Board of Nursing license in the state of primary residence if the state is a Nurse Licensure Compact state.

Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Understands the task at hand, seeks out information, and draws conclusions from available data to deliver outcomes.
• Adapts quickly to changing priorities to perform as needed in his/her role.
• Remains calm when faced with changes to (and in) his/her work.
• Seeks clarifications to understand what is being said.
• Is able to clearly summarize information learnt to confirm understanding.
• Writes in a clear and concise manner and speaks succinctly and confidently.
• Plans in advance, organizes own work, and executes high-quality work on time. Shows initiative to take on more responsibilities/work.
• Embraces goals and demonstrates a sense of urgency in achieving them.
• Holds self to high standards and keeps pushing to meet them.
• Supports clinical study and site management by performing basic tasks (operations/study management) under supervision.
• Exhibits understanding of key concepts related to clinical studies (e.g., baseline determinants of new study selection process, risk assessments).

 

Compensation

In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $65,520 – $114,400 per year for the role of Clinical Research Associate RN I.

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