Clinical Research Nurse - 237961 - Medix™ : Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure optimal quality of medical care for patients participating in clinical studies, adhering to ethical standards for healthcare personnel.
• Assist in the creation and development of educational materials and manuals for patients and staff, serving as a reference framework for clinical practices.
• Engage in continuing education programs and actively educate nursing staff on drug protocols and new treatment methodologies.
• Contribute to the update and improvement of institutional policies and procedures, staying current with advancements in treatment options, including venous access devices.
• Arrange follow-up visits with patients to assess the quality of care, applying both physical and psychological assessments to monitor any effects of study drugs.
• Provide interventions in the event of adverse patient responses, ensuring their well-being throughout the study.
• Assess patient eligibility for inclusion in investigational studies by reviewing patient history, obtaining pre-study lab data, and securing baseline laboratory blood work and necessary scans.
• Review and explain informed consent with patients, and coordinate with medical personnel to ensure required follow-up tests are completed.
• Assist physicians in preparing IRB documents and maintaining communication with the sponsoring company/agency and IRB.
• Ensure adherence to study protocols, including the monitoring and administration of study drugs, conducting pharmaceutical studies, and performing laboratory procedures to process, store, and ship specimens.