"Clinical Research Nurse B/C"

Job Description Summary

The Clinical Research Nurse B in Infectious Diseases is responsible for implementation of research protocols in HIV, COVID-19, and other Infectious Diseases. The nurse manages patient care, collects medical and medication history, performs physical assessments, completes patient visits according to protocol specifications, administers investigational products by various routes including injections and IV infusions, procures specific laboratory specimens, conducts complex evaluations, and completes source documentation and clinical research forms. The nurse also ensures participant adherence to treatment and study visits, reviews clinical and laboratory data, assesses severity of symptoms and diagnoses, and communicates with medical staff regarding protocol-specific management of toxicities and adverse events.

For the Clinical Research Nurse C, additional responsibilities include supervision of research support staff and project management for specific studies. The nurse mentors less experienced nurses and handles very complex evaluations.

Both positions require a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and phone evaluations. Studies involve various investigational products and sponsors, with a focus on patient safety. The nurse arranges appointments for procedures in other departments and collects various specimens.

Qualifications

Clinical Research Nurse B: Bachelor of Science, licensure in Commonwealth of PA without restriction, and 1-2 years of experience or equivalent.

Clinical Research Nurse C: Bachelor of Science, licensure in Commonwealth of PA without restriction, and 2-3 years of experience or equivalent.

At least two years of research experience preferred. Recent experience with venipuncture and IV infusions preferred. BSN or MSN preferred. Excellent communication, interpersonal, planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills required. On-site work required. Position contingent on funding.

Job Responsibilities

Perform screening visits including consents and medical histories; evaluate eligibility; enroll participants; administer investigational products safely; perform clinical evaluations; identify and report adverse events; collect specimens; enter and clean data; perform participant teaching; participate in recruitment and community education events.

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$52,500.00 - $90,000.00 Annual Rate

Job Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania