RN Research Screening Coordinator

• DEPARTMENT: 68306 - NPG Research
• LOCATION: 350 7th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102
• WORK TYPE: Full Time
• WORK SCHEDULE: 8 or 10 Hour Day

ABOUT NCH

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care.

NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we're proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Screening Coordinator works directly with the physician to acquire required data on all patients to assist in determining the patient's eligibility for the clinical trials. This position executes its primary tasks by reviewing clinical patient data through an approved Institutional Review Board (IRB) partial screening wavier prior to or in conjunction with physician review. This role enhances the efficiency of the Research Physician in early identification of potential research candidates, understands and applies knowledge of various protocols to obtain documentation of eligibility for data verification. The Screening Coordinator participates in patient consenting once eligibility is confirmed and the patient's verbal agreement to participate is obtained. Works closely with Research RN in transitioning the patient to the Project Coordinator upon consent completion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Other duties may be assigned.

Provides patient screening for all clinical trials, identifying candidates and securing physician approval as required.
• Updates all investigators on study design and eligibility criteria.
• Establishes an organized method and dialogue for approaching patients and explaining the required aspects of the trial, defining the reason they are being approached, and explaining the potential risks and benefits.
• Pre-screens all patients using available tools to assist physicians in patient identification.
• Promotes and encourages patient enrollment.
• Maintains a screening data base of both those patients participating and those who declined, and the reason for that decision.
• Determines the best method(s) to screen patients within the scope of each protocol and support of the physician.
• Utilizes required advertising as needed and approved by the IRB.

Plans the implementation and execution of research protocols as it relates to patient enrollment and continuance.
• Prepares and reviews all materials to be used in the clinical trials.
• Works with the research team to plan a patient flow that enhances understanding and efficiency.
• Assures compliance with study criteria and regulatory requirements.
• Interacts with all research team members including sponsors and their auditing representatives.
• Works with physicians and research team members to enhance patient experience and satisfaction.

Provide and maintain excellent documentation of the consenting process.
• Documents all patient contact and the aspects of the consent process using standard templates for recording tasks and conversations.
• Remains GCP (Good Clinical Practice) compliant in all tasks.
• Follows up and refers patients to other trials offered within NCHRI if eligible and appropriate.

Serves as a Representative of the NCH Research Institute
• Performs as a role model to both departmental and hospital staff and serves as a liaison with physicians and collaborating staff.
• Represents the Research Institute in a professional manner during screening tasks, demonstrating knowledge and enthusiasm for clinical research.
• Serves as an internal and external resource for questions referencing clinical research at NCH.
• Assures that inpatient trial locations are aware of study design and purpose.

Performs other related duties as required or requested.
• Through observation and reporting, assures NCHRI's needs are met and action taken as required to deliver best outcomes to its patients.
• Offers support and cooperation as needed.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum of 3 years of hospital based medical experience is required.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Florida.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Trained or willing to be trained in phlebotomy, sample preparation and shipping, and EKG acquisition.
• Communication and Problem-Solving skills and ability to maintain flexibility.
• Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.