Research Coordinator

Research CoordinatorReq # : 0000166360Category : ResearchStatus : Per DiemShift : DayFacility : Newark Beth Israel Medical CenterDepartment : Oncology Research DepartmentLocation : Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027Job Title : Research CoordinatorLocation : Newark Beth Israel Medical CenterReq# : 0000166360Status : Per DiemShift : DayDepartment name : Oncology Research DepartmentJob Overview : Organizes the management of ongoing clinical trials, providing patient education regarding enrollment in clinical trials.

Works with physicians to determine eligibility of patients for clinical trials. Assists with ongoing assessment of patients who are on trial during treatment and in follow-up.

Maintains data collection and reporting for patients on clinical trials. Coordinates appointments and collaborates with clinical and medical staff in assuring that protocol is followed and adhered to.

Qualifications : Required : Current New Jersey licensure as a Professional Registered Nurse in good standing required.Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.

BLS (Basic Life Support) Health Care Provider Certification or acquisition within 90 days of hire and maintenance of certification required.

Preferred : Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable) : BLSScheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions) : Essential Functions : Able to organize work and meet deadlines in a high volume practice while demonstrating a positive, professional manner.

Acts as a resource to clinical and medical staff, providing education to staff assuring protocol is understood and adhered to.

Assists Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator in preparing for surveys as needed in a timely manner.Collaborates with medical team in explaining clinical trials to patients and ensures that informed consent is obtained, pre-study tests are completed and that patient eligibility is confirmed prior to enrollment.

Collaborates with physician to monitor patient response to treatment, grading toxicities and monitoring adverse events throughout protocol.

Confirms that source documents of study are documented in the patient s medical record, including all tests mandated by the trial.

Ensuring that all tests required by protocol are done to protocol timeframes.Ensures that all case forms completed appropriately.

Establishes and maintains clinical and regulatory files as required by agencies. Handles correspondence between NBIMC and granting agencyMonitors and reports patient accrual on a monthly basis.

Participates in Quality Improvement processes and identifies and implements potential corrective actionsPromotes the professional image of nursing through community activities (hospital committees, civic organizations, parish nursing, volunteerism, etc.

Provides clear and concise patient / family education and provides documentation appropriately in the patient s medical record.

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Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care / Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.

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