Introduction
Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our RN Clinical Research opening with Midwest Heart & Vascular Specialists today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.
Benefits
Midwest Heart & Vascular Specialists, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
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We are seeking a RN Clinical Research for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!
Job Summary and Qualifications
What you will do in this role:
- Coordinates all research study activities with the Principal Investigator and has direct nursing care responsibilities.
- Coordinates and manages clinical studies according to OHRP and FDA regulations, as well as, ICH Good Clinical Practices and IRB requirements.
- Develops tactical study procedures
- Develops any necessary study documents not provided by sponsor or IRB
- Educates HCA staff regarding research and study protocols
- Screens and recruits patients based on protocol criteria
- Explains study protocols, procedures and treatments to patients and families
- Conducts the Informed Consent process in conjunction with study investigators
- Ensure that an original copy of any subjects Informed Consent Document is the in the research binders, as well as, a copy on the subject's medical record.
- May function as Primary Coordinator for research studies
- Investigational drug accountability and dispensing
- Coordinates with Pharmacist if on Delegation Log
- Administers Investigational Drug as per protocol
- Serve as a resource for department members for medical interpretations of research process and protocol specifics
- Assess each proposed study protocol with critical analysis of potential implementation and patient care
- Dedicate to creative/innovative growth of research in the division
- Acquire continuing education pertinent to research and applicable licensed profession
- Responsible for maintaining good clinical practice standards, addressing non-compliance issues, developing corrective action plans
- Execute medical orders within parameters of education, training and licensure
- Conduct study activities helping to ensure all safety parameters
- Investigational device accounting and dispensing
- Facilitate administrative review and approval of proposed studies
- Provide/coordinate the highest level of contact, counseling and support services
- Coordinate study activities and patient care with medical staff (cardiologist and PCP, etc.)
- Implement and adhere to study protocol
- Perform Phlebotomy and IV procedures
- Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis, monitoring tests and procedures, shipping frozen specimens
- Maintain patient records in EMR and appropriate hospital records
- Assess and report adverse study events, included to the IRB and any research sponsors
- Complete all paperwork affiliated with the study, including but not limited to the requirements of the facility, the IRB and the study Sponsor
- Maintain copies of all research related correspondence
- Conduct study activities helping to ensure all safety parameters
- Maintain professional relationships with sponsors, Clinical Research Organizations, research teams, pharmacies, laboratories, IRB’s, and hospitals for the coordination of research activities
- Review research and pertinent journals, abstracts and scientific literature
- Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”.
- Travel by car to other HCA facilities
What Qualifications you will need:
EDUCATION:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or other health related field – required
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of two years’ experience in area of research specialty required.
- Minimum of two years clinical research experience.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
- Licensed RN
- CCRC is preferred
- BLS Certification; ACLS preferred
- Actively maintained CCRC (Certified Clinical Research Coordinator) preferred
Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our RN Clinical Research opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
