Research RN

Employment Opportunities

Full time

Position Description

Essential Functions :

• Organizes research protocol to include, but not limited to, obtaining consents.
• Assists in preparation of information for submission to Institutional Review Board (IRB) for approval and completes correspondence between IRB and drug companies.
• Serves as Iowa Heart Center's resource and liaison in all aspects of each protocol to study with patients, families, hospitals, office staff, physicians, pharmaceutical companies and coworkers.
• Completes all necessary paperwork connected to research study.
• Coordinates all activities related to patients' diagnostic testing, visits and evaluations.
• Organizes and assists with site visits with drug companies and monitors CRA.
• Organizes and participates in meetings as required for orientation to study, update or review, etc.
• Provides backup and maintains an understanding of all other protocols which the group is involved in for support and relief of primary nurse on projects.
• Conducts in-service education where needed.
• Conducts patient phone calls or follow-up assessments as needed.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliation and certification.
• Maintains statistical collection of all protocols.
• Administration of research protocols by finding patients who meet inclusion / exclusion criteria, scheduling in office doctor and lab visits. Coordinate and / or perform other tests in and outside the clinic. Maintain accurate documents, FDA records and case form records, complete health and drug histories and disease assessments. Review patient data for safety and administration purposes. Make corrections and clarifications of data for sponsor monitors.
• Assess learning needs of patient and significant others. Teach patients about medications and procedures of protocol. Gives accurate and complete information Obtains patient consent signatures after instruction completed.
• Writes patient consent forms to meet HIPAA, FDA, INH and IRB requirements.
• Follow guidelines for human subjects
• Travels to Iowa Heart offices as needed
• Certified in handling, packing, and transportation of hazardous materials, (ie.blood)

Marginal Functions :

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.