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The Diabetes Research Institute has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research Nurse 2 position. The incumbent ensures the integrity and quality of clinical research studies are maintained and conducted in accordance with practice guidelines, federal and sponsor regulations, and institutional policies and procedures. Additionally, the Clinical Research Nurse 2 plays a key role in the recruitment of participants and achievement of research objectives.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS - Assesses, troubleshoots, and reports problems with data collection to appropriate managing staff.
- Identifies desired research outcomes and evaluates and monitors subjects' responses.
- Conducts initiation visits and registers patients in clinical studies.
- Performs study data collection and entry using charts, correspondence, medical records, and relevant communications.
- Identifies and procures equipment and supplies needed to fulfill project requirements.
- Educates staff and subjects about protocols, treatment, possible side effects, and complications.
- May also collect and handle specimens as required by individual study protocols.
- Prepares and processes new research proposals and amendments and continually monitors applications and adverse events.
- Assists with study completion, data lock, study closeout, and archiving of study files to ensure completeness and continuity of all study data.
- Completes ongoing checks of clinical data entered on the case report forms to ensure accuracy and revises any discrepancies.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. CORE QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
- Valid Florida RN license required.
- Research Experience Required.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM Department Specific Functions - Assess assigned research participants, document health status and responses, and adapt care plans according to trial protocols, physician orders, diagnostic results, and regulatory standards. Report symptoms, vital signs, adverse events, and protocol deviations to investigators.
- Screen and recruit eligible participants through interviews, medical history review, and diagnostic testing. Obtain informed consent and enroll patients, ensuring all eligibility requirements are met.
- Administer investigational drugs or treatments, perform required clinical procedures and tests (e.g., vital signs, lab work, infusions, glucose test), and accurately record all interventions according to study protocols and regulatory guidance.
- Collect, document, and manage data in case report forms and electronic systems. Ensure accurate and timely entry, confidentiality, and compliance with research guidelines (e.g., HIPAA, FDA). Manage study files, biological samples, and research equipment.
- Consult with physicians, principal investigators, research coordinators, and multidisciplinary teams to implement and evaluate care and protocol adherence. Communicate protocols and study progress to participants and sponsors.
- Educate participants and families on study procedures, investigational treatments, side effects, and care strategies. Provide ongoing psychological support in alignment with research ethics.
- Monitor, document, and manage adverse reactions or trial-related events, escalating to investigators and modifying care as directed by protocol and clinician input.
- Coordinate discharge planning and transition of care within research parameters. Plan and prioritize tasks to support study timelines and patient needs. Operate and safeguard research equipment, assets, and data in line with institutional policies.
- Act as a resource for new research staff, providing preceptorship, training in trial procedures, and feedback to support high-quality research care.
- Ensure all actions meet protocol, IRB, federal/state regulations, and institutional policies. Participate in monitoring, auditing, and continuous improvement of clinical research practices.
- Facilitate diabetes education for new onset patients including available research studies
- Be present in pediatric diabetes clinics to enroll patients in studies
- Participate in organizing pediatric diabetes summer camp including providing educational materials to patients and parents about available research opportunities
- Organize clinic materials for patients and parents about available research opportunities
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
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Job Status: Full time
Employee Type: Staff
Job Tags
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