Research Nurse II - Part Time - Oncology
Company: Kaiser Permanente
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary:The Research Nurse II will be responsible for the
coordination of the research studies and research participation
within the department. The Research Nurse II has further
responsibility to lead the research personnel, to include quality
monitoring for patient safety and protocol compliance. The Research
Nurse II will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken
within the department safeguards the well-being of the patients and
is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for
Research. In conjunction with the multidisciplinary team facilitate
the production of good quality of research. The Research Nurse II
will be instrumental in implementing team objectives to enhance the
performance and development of the research nurses.Essential
Responsibilities:Duties and responsibilities in the areas
of:Clinical research coordination. Collaborates with other
healthcare providers to ensure continuity of study protocols and
patient care.In collaboration with physician investigators,
coordinates, delivers and monitors care to research participants
throughout their participation.Assists physician investigators with
screening and identification of potentially eligible
patients.Delegated authority to conduct informed consent
process.Timely, accurate and comprehensive documentation of all
research activities, including informed consent.Participates in
quality assurance initiatives to ensure research activities are in
complianceTo safeguard interest of patients by liaising with
relevant personnel to ensure compliance with ICH GCP Guidelines.To
ensure that all proposed research projects carried out in the
department are reviewed by the Institutional Review Committee (IRB)
prior to commencement and that updates and amendments are reported
in a timely fashion.To provide advice and support to other members
of the multidisciplinary team with regard to ICH and GCP, project
development, implementation, completion and dissemination.To assess
and evaluate the progress of on-going clinical trials and research
undertaken in the unit.Maintaining an accurate account of the
status of the projects and to regularly update the department on
the status.Liaison with sponsors regarding feasibility and
implementation aspects of proposed research studies.Liaison with
the multidisciplinary team to promote and oversee the appropriate
referral and recruitment of patients to research within the unit
for which the post holder has a designated responsibility.Ensure
that all ICH GCP required documentation is kept in a clearly
trackable system and is stored for the appropriate time to ensure
clear, accurate records, developing data collection, case report
forms and design of database where required.To establish and
maintain good working relationships with supporting clinical
services.To establish and maintain good channels of communication
with other departments within the Medical Center, other Medical
Centers, non-commercial bodies and sponsors.In conjunction with, or
in the absence of the Manager, monitors and plans in advance
workload of the department ensuring it is adequately resourced.In
conjunction with the lead clinician and/or Manager develops and
updates a strategy for research conduct within the
department.Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities:To
provide ongoing advice and information to patients/members
regarding their participation in clinical research in order to
facilitate effective informed consent.To assist the clinicians in
the assessment of patients/volunteers for eligibility for research
and monitoring of their condition throughout their participation.To
document patient/study results using KPSC information system and
applications. Communicates patient/protocol results on an ongoing
basis to research team.To observe the confidentiality of patient
information at all times in accordance with the Data Protection
Act.To be conversant with and adhere to all clinical protocols.To
work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the
ongoing development of research within the department.To works
within the scope of professional nursing conduct.To be responsible
for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and
professional awareness in accordance with KP policies.Due regard
must be given for the sexual orientation, age, customs, values and
spiritual beliefs of patients in accordance with Equal
Opportunities practices.To adhere to KPSC Policies, guidelines and
current legislation including Health and Safety, Equal
Opportunities and the No smoking policy.Personal Education,
Training and Development:To keep up to date with departmental, FDA,
ICH and state regulation developments for the management of
clinical research ensuring timely, effective implementation of
changes.To keep up to date with current and potential research and
information relevant to the care of patients in the clinical
area.To attend courses as deemed relevant and to attend meetings
and conferences as appropriate.Prepare results of research and
present as posters or scientific presentations at meetings and
conferences as appropriate.Staff Management and Development:To act
as a leader, resource and role model.May be responsible for the
supervision, mentoring, training of other research nurses and
junior staff including Research Associates.May provide feedback and
evaluation as applicable.To facilitate and maintain effective
communication within the research team.Travel:Position may require
travel; onsite and/or remote patient care coverage across treatment
locations may be required.Basic Qualifications:Experience
Keywords: Kaiser Permanente, Bellflower , Research Nurse II - Part Time - Oncology, Healthcare , Los Angeles, California
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