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ProMedica Toledo Hospital is one of the largest acute-care facilities in the region. Our 794-bed hospital is staffed by more than 4,800 professional healthcare employees who serve a 27-county area throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. We also have the area’s largest board-certified medical staff, which is made up of more than 1,000 primary care and specialty physicians. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are a must. In addition, for 15 consecutive years, residents of Greater Toledo have named us the Consumer Choice Award winner in our market. In fact, we’re the only hospital in northwest Ohio to receive this honor.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No direct reports. Works as part of a team reporting up to AVP of Research.

POSITION SUMMARY

Working with the principal investigator and research team, coordinates implementation of research protocols. Performs research-related procedures; coordinates data collection to ensure compliance with research protocols; interfaces with Institutional Review Board (IRB) and study sponsors.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

*All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwise*

1. Reviews research protocols, develops plan to operationalize protocols and coordinates with ancillary departments to complete study-related tests and procedures. Responsible for all study-related activities from study start up to closure.

2. Assists in the preparation of regulatory documents, including such items as informed consent, waivers of authorization, protocol, Investigator Brochure, Financial Disclosure Forms, etc.

3. Assists in budget development and review in regard to study coverage analysis. Works with fiscal staff to invoice and track study expenses.

4. Responsible for screening, consenting and recruitment of research patients. Coordinates research related activities and assists the patient to progress through the study protocol.

5. Completes data collection as required by the study protocol, IRB, federal research regulations, HIPAA, Joint Commission, and any other applicable oversight requirements.

6. Interfaces with the sponsors’ research monitors and auditors to review records, ensure data quality and accuracy. Participates in FDA, NIH, or sponsor audits as applicable.

7. Communicates with the Principal Investigators/Sub-Investigators involved in the study, ensuring they have received adequate study protocol training and regulatory training (CITI) and maintains the documentation of education and delegation of authority for research.

8. Effective communication skills and the ability to educate patients, family, and staff on all aspects of the research protocol. Provide education and support to patient and family, as needed during study entirety.

9. Improves the safety and quality of healthcare systems by minimizing the risk of harm to patients and the healthcare team.

10. Administers medications and executes regimens as authorized by state licensure.

11. Uses nursing clinical judgment to evaluate subject enrollment based on study specific inclusion/exclusion criteria.

12. Vital sign monitoring for study specified timeline post treatments.

13. Applies use of technology and standardized practices that support safety and quality.

14. Promotes and incorporates error prevention techniques. Reports safety concerns and events including near misses utilizing appropriate chain of command

15. Advocates protecting the integrity of the healthcare record and the privacy of each patient.

16. Understands and maintains a current working knowledge of scope of practice as outlined by state Board of Nursing.

17. Other duties as assigned.

Additional accountabilities within the scope of RN license may include:

• Administration of investigational study drug (Oral, IV push or IV infusion) and performs patient assessments during visits

• Completion of 12-lead ECG

• Blood draw and processing

• Use of nursing clinical judgment to evaluate patients for enrollment

• Provide patient education and medical information to study patients to ensure understanding of proper medication dosage, administration, and disease treatment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Professional Nursing Degree (RN)

Skills: Must be familiar with computer data entry, electronic medical records, and commonly used programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Years of Experience: N/A

License: Current state license as Registered Nurse

Certification: Current BLS certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Skills: As above with advanced skills in Microsoft

Years of Experience: 3-4 years of clinical or research experience

License: Current state license as Registered Nurse

Certification: Certification through professional research organization preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

Personal Protective Equipment: As needed

Physical Demands: Must be able to move between hospitals. Must have a valid driver’s license and willing to drive between facilities. Must be able to carry light equipment. Must be able to tolerate standing for extended periods of time.

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent; it should not be considered exhaustive.

ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organizational headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit www.promedica.org/about-promedica

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

**Requisition ID:** 96620