RN-Clin Research Nurse Emergency Med

Grade:  N03 Union wage based on experience

Summary:

The Clinical Research Nurse in Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine serves as a research nurse for clinical trials using investigational drugs or devices. Responsible for patient safety, data management, and protocol compliance. Acts as a liaison with staff, IRB, physicians, pharmaceutical companies, and federal agencies requiring source data, and will ensure compliance with federal, state and university regulations. The incumbent will work with investigators on multiple active protocols and will interact closely with the sponsors from qualification visits to close-out visits. 

Founded in 1901 as Pennsylvania’s first co-educational medical school, the Lewis Katz School of Medicine has attained a national reputation for training humanistic clinicians and biomedical scientists. The school attracts students and faculty committed to making a difference in patient care, research, education and public service — at home and across the globe. 

The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University has experienced dramatic growth in the breadth and scope of its research enterprise over the past decade. As part of its strategic plan, our researchers and scientists have been responsible for ground-breaking advancements in areas across the scientific spectrum, including: Cancer Biology, Cardiovascular and Thrombosis, Cell and Developmental Biology, Clinical Lung Research, HIV, Immunology and Autoimmunity, Metabolic Syndrome and Diabetes, Neuroscience, Substance Abuse, Translational Medicine and more.

Benefits of working at Temple University include:
Great Benefit package
Generous time off 
Parental Leave
Tuition Remission
Dynamic Workforce

Essential Functions:

Clinical Trial Administration
•    Ascertains study patient eligibility for clinical trial.
•    Supports and evaluates patient adherence to protocol and documents any deviations.
•    Assesses, identifies and prioritizes clinical information for medical team for patients that are enrolled on clinical trials. 
•    Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement plan of care for the patient.
•    Maintains patient safety.
Documentation
•    Collaborates with data management for patients enrolled in clinical trials. 
•    Assists with collection and documentation of eligibility, randomization, patient assessments, treatments, follow up care, and any source data as defined in the protocol.
•    Ensures that all documentation is completed in a timely, complete manner 
Communication
•    Documents and reports serious adverse events per protocol and institutional policy.
•    Participates and prepares for monitoring/audit visits. 
•    Provides information to regulatory bodies. 

Employment at Temple University means much more than a competitive salary.  Temple strives to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusivity and provide employees with opportunities for growth and advancement.  You will enjoy a collaborative working environment that values innovation and creativity.  Our health and wellness benefits are among the best in the region, and our retirement savings plans allow you to plan for the future.  Temple University offers many opportunities for employees to enhance skills, gain new perspectives and grow professionally.  For example, you can earn your bachelor's degree or an advanced degree through our tuition remission benefit or develop your management and leadership skills in one of our HR Learning and Development's academies.  Temple University employees also enjoy recreational, entertainment, and cultural activities both on campus and throughout the Philadelphia region. 
 
Visit https://careers.temple.edu/careers-temple to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University.

Required Education & Experience:

Professional licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of PA, with previous research experience in a research and/or clinical trials setting. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required skills and abilities: 
•    Professional licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of PA
•    Experience in research or clinical trials setting
•    Ability to apply scientific principles to problem solving, planning, as well as providing and evaluating nursing care. 
•    Ability to work independently and as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
•    Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills. 
•    Proven organizational and time management skills with a strong attention to detail. 
•    Flexibility with work schedule patterns, including evenings/weekends.

Preferred:
•    ACLS certification.
•    Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) Certification
•    Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
•    Experience using electronic health record, EPIC

This position requires a background check.
This is a grant funded position.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

In accordance with the City of Philadelphia's COVID-19 mandate, all Temple University students, faculty, staff, and contractors working in a healthcare setting must be fully vaccinated before receiving authorization to work unless they have a medical or religious exemption approved by the University.  An individual is considered fully vaccinated two (2) weeks following the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two (2) weeks following a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Individuals who do not meet the University's vaccination or exemption requirement will be prohibited from working until proof of full vaccination or an exemption is requested and approved.  For more information, visit the University's Vaccines web page at https://www.temple.edu/coronavirus/vaccines.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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