Job Posting: Research Nurse
Are you a medical professional seeking a unique career change? Do you find connecting with patients during challenging moments in their life rewarding? Are you a curious, continuous learner interested in cardiac care and furthering medical research? The Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation (MHIF) is seeking an experienced Research Nurse or experienced Clinical Research Coordinator to join its outstanding research team in the cardiovascular research space. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly with patients while supporting the research endeavors of physicians from Allina Health’s Minneapolis Heart Institute. These experienced physician-researchers are dedicated to discovering and advancing breakthrough treatments to improve heart care for all. The ideal candidate will either be a licensed nurse or possess a strong background in clinical care. Experience in the cardiovascular space and clinical research is a plus! This individual will primarily work from the MHIF Minneapolis campus, focusing on research studies in structural heart. The individual may occasionally support research from the MHIF St. Paul campus and Eden Prairie clinic.
Responsibilities:
- Serves as the primary nurse or clinical coordinator for a portfolio of clinical research studies that may involve industry sponsored Phase I, II, III and IV clinical trials, drug, biologic, device, government-funded clinical research, and investigator-initiated clinical research.
- Ensures compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations and Good Clinical Practice guidelines to ensure smooth, accurate progress of studies from the planning and approval stages through study completion and post-study closure.
- Works with the physician investigators to manage the day-to-day activities of the study including problem solving, internal and external communication and protocol management.
- Responsible for screening, recruitment and retention of study participants.
- Responsible for developing source documents and accuracy of protocol data abstracted from medical records and other sources.
- Identify, document, and assist with Institutional Review Board (IRB) mandated reporting.
- Develop and ensure compliant processes with study protocols.
- Provide expertise in the planning, development and budgeting for clinical trials.
- Provide guidance and support of team members and newer research staff as a point person and reliable source of information.
- Supports leadership in process improvement projects, standard operations policies and new initiatives as a subject matter expert in clinical research.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3-5+ years of clinical experience (cardiovascular experience in a clinical setting preferred)
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with a history of working collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail, demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and be results oriented
- Proficiency in MS Office, Outlook, and knowledge of Excel functionality
- Experience working in an electronic medical record systems e.g., Epic
Preferred Qualifications:
- Cardiovascular clinical experience
- Minimum of 2+ years clinical research experience (cardiovascular preferred)
- Active licensure via Diploma, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree programs in a healthcare-related field; LPN or RN preferred but not required
- Certified Clinical Research Coordinator/Professional (CCRC or CCRP) certification strongly preferred
Additional Comments:
This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive.
How to Apply
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Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer.
Date posted: September 11, 2024
