Concentric Methods is seeking a Research Nurse to support the National Institute on Aging.

Responsibilities:

• Performs assessments and collects medical histories and physicals
• Perform collection, maintenance and analysis of data, entering and tracking patient data
• Assess participant’s physiologic condition upon admission, and monitor throughout visit and upon discharge
• Assess, record and report patient reactions to drugs; report study drug adverse reactions to staff
• Performs procedures like IV placement, phlebotomy and administering medications. and monitors patient progress
• Perform phlebotomy to collect clinical and research blood samples per doctor’s orders and protocol requirements
• Perform specialized testing and document care provided, per protocol requirements
• Perform appropriate action plan in response to emergency situations and illness of participants, including admissions for participants
• Teaches patients and families about conditions, treatments and medications
• Communicate abnormal results and problems and concerns to the research staff and informs patient of processes and activities for review and follow up
• Schedule patients and return patients and/or patient families phone calls
• Provide participant education regarding the research program or testing procedure and instruct participants on computerized testing
• Collaborates with physician to plan, evaluate, coordinate and revise program to deliver the most efficient health care service
• Attend patient rounds and protocol information meetings and participate in patient care conferences and write and maintain research protocols
• Conduct testing to ensure that projects and protocol responsibilities are completed within timelines given the availability and allocation of resources related to clinical trials
• Plan, implement, evaluate and document care provided, per protocol requirements and good clinical practice standards
• Incorporate research protocol requirements into the delivery of care for participants in support of the research efforts
• Coordinate the collection and analysis of research data; ensure that all records are complete
• Assists Nurse Practitioners evaluate and make recommendations to improve patient care and adhere to good clinical practices
• Reviews standard nursing procedures and documents areas in need of improvement
• Reviews patient and patient family feedback and provides summary reporting for further review
• Observes CNP and CNA activities and provides advise to improve performance
• Assess participant’s physiologic condition upon admission, throughout visit and upon discharge
• Plan, implement, evaluate and document care provided, per protocol requirements and good clinical practice standards
• Assess patient for follow- up information by phone, written correspondence or email. Assist physicians during examinations and procedures
• Identify, interview and screen new participants for a variety of studies and in conjunction with the CRC and PI, verify eligibility
• Call and complete the Pre-Visit Telephone Screen with BLSA participants prior to their scheduled clinic visit; report potential problems or issues with the participants visit to the CRC and/or CNM
• After successful training, complete testing as assigned and as per protocol to include, but not limited to: Interviews, Vision, Hearing, Proprioception, Taste photos, Smell test, DXA and Anthropometry
• Monitor and thoroughly document research participant responses to study treatment; report unplanned/adverse events to the CRC, CNM and/or medical staff
• Provide cardiac monitoring if indicated. Assess, record and report patient reactions to drugs; report study drug adverse reactions to staff
• Insert and maintain peripheral access intravenous (IV) lines
• Access and provide care of central venous access lines
• Perform phlebotomy to collect clinical and research blood samples per doctor’s orders and protocol requirements
• Follow established policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines for proper disposal of biohazard and chemical wastes
• Implement QC measures. Ensure the security of the premises and respond to security issues and breaches
• Incorporate research protocol requirements into the delivery of care for participants in support of the NIA research efforts, in accordance with standards of NIA Protocol Office and IRB
• After documented training, perform specialized testing/procedures asper research protocol
• After documented training in protection of human subject’s research issues and approval of Principal Investigator (PI), obtain informed consent on different NIA research studies
• Inform Clinical Nurse Manager and staff of the progress of protocols and the functions of the clinical unit; provide relevant and timely input on pertinent nursing implications for the NIA Research Unit
• Upon completion of orientation and satisfactory employment, serve as preceptor for new personnel
• Enter clinical and research data into medical records, case report forms and/or computer systems. Attend clinical unit meetings as needed
• Participate in development and training programs, both internally and externally
• Coordinate and troubleshoot participant transport issues; communicate concerns to staff
• Perform appropriate action plan in response to emergency situations and/or illness of participants, including admissions for participants.

Requirements:

• Active Maryland State Nursing License
• Associates degree in nursing

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $97,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Standard shift:

• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Baltimore, MD 21224: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Nursing: 2 years (Required)
• Clinical research: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Baltimore, MD 21224

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