Clinical Research Nurse

Facilitates the start-up of clinical projects in an acute care/inpatient/outpatient setting, (ED, Cath Lab, EP Lab, ICU/step down area, Operating Room, Physician Office). Assists in project initiation, which includes educating physicians and hospital staff, implementing study protocol assignments, facilitating patient enrollment and follow-up. Assures protocol compliance, reports to the study Sponsor, and coordinates study participation with the patient's clinical health plan. The goal is to complete each clinical trial with required enrollment, retention of subjects, and accurate data in accordance with FDA guidelines. Must be proficient in critical care skills and able to assist with procedures in the various critical care/specialty areas. The RN will need to have a willingness to learn innovative procedures such as the preparation and administration of stem cells, the use of investigational devices and the administration of investigational medications.