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Clinical Research Coordinator I, RN

Care Access1 day ago
Cape Breton, NS
Mid Level

Top Benefits

6 weeks paid vacation annually
Group health benefits for self and dependents
Voluntary RRSP retirement plan with matched contributions

About the role

About Care Access

Care Access is working to make the future of health better for all. With hundreds of research locations, mobile clinics, and clinicians across the globe, we bring world-class research and health services directly into communities that often face barriers to care. We are dedicated to ensuring that every person has the opportunity to understand their health, access the care they need, and contribute to the medical breakthroughs of tomorrow.

With programs like Future of Medicine, which makes advanced health screenings and research opportunities accessible to communities worldwide, and Difference Makers, which supports local leaders to expand their community health and wellbeing efforts, we put people at the heart of medical progress. Through partnerships, technology, and perseverance, we are reimagining how clinical research and health services reach the world. Together, we are building a future of health that is better and more accessible for all.

To learn more about Care Access, visit www.CareAccess.com.

How This Role Makes a Difference

The CRC I, RN conducts delegated clinical tasks and monitoring of research participants in accordance with Good Clinical Practices (GCP), ensuring protocol and regulatory compliance.

How You'll Make An Impact

  • Ability to understand and follow institutional SOPs.
  • Review and assess protocol (including amendments) for clarity, logistical feasibility
  • Ensure that all training and study requirements are met prior to trial conduct.
  • Discuss study medication, required procedures, eligibility criteria and impact on office flow with Investigator and site staff.
  • Assist with planning and creation of appropriate recruitment materials.
  • Assist in development of recruitment plan and obtain listing of potential candidates to contact from subject database.
  • Actively work with recruitment team in calling and recruiting subjects
  • Attend Investigator meetings as required.
  • Coordinate and attend pre-study site visits, site initiation visits, and monitor visits with clinical staff and Sponsor/CRO representatives.
  • Assist in the creation and review of source documents.
  • Ensure adequate supplies have arrived on site for protocol initiation (lab kits, study medication, specialized equipment, IVRS/EDC access and passwords)
  • Study Management:
    • Prioritize activities with specific regard to protocol timelines
    • Maintain adherence to Health Canada Division 5 regulations and ICH guidelines in all aspects of conducting clinical trials.
    • Maintain effective relationships with study participants and other care Access Research personnel.
    • Interact in a positive, professional manner with patients, sponsor representatives, investigators and Care Access Research personnel and management.
    • Communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
  • Patient Coordination:
    • Prescreen study candidates
    • Obtain informed consent per Care Access Research SOP .
    • Complete visit procedures in accordance with protocol.
    • Train others and complete basic clinical procedures, such as blood draws, vital signs, ECGs, etc.
    • Review laboratory results, ECGs, and other test results (e.g., MRIs) for completeness and alert values, ensuring investigator review in a timely fashion.
    • Identify adverse events (AEs) and Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) and promptly notify Principal Investigator and Sponsor (where appropriate)
  • Documentation:
    • Record data legibly and enter in real time on paper or e-source documents
    • Accurately record study medication inventory, medication dispensation, and patient compliance.
    • Resolve data management queries and correct source data within sponsor provided timelines
    • Assist regulatory personnel with completion and filing of regulatory documents.
  • RN specific duties:
    • Preparation and administration of Investigational Product (IP; study drug)
    • Monitor participant for adverse reactions
    • Communicate regularly with PI.
    • Maintain a clean work area.
    • Comply with Safety and PPE standards.
    • Perform phlebotomy and insert IV catheters.
    • Conduct delegated clinical procedures as required per protocol.
    • Comply with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, & standards of practice.
    • Receipt and proper storage of investigational products
    • Maintain Investigational Product records in accordance with regulations and sponsor requirements.
    • Maintain the blinding of all study products where required.
    • Maintain proper storage, security and temperature for all medications and investigational products.
    • Maintain appropriate research training and RN licensure in good standing in the province of Clinical Trials activities

The Expertise Required

  • Working knowledge of medical and research terminology
  • Working knowledge of federal regulations, good clinical practices (GCP)
  • Excellent phlebotomy skills
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse team of professionals.
  • Team Collaboration Skills: Work effectively and collaboratively with other team members to accomplish mutual goals. Bring positive and supportive attitude to achieving these goals.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
  • Strong organizational skills: Able to prioritize, delegate, direct, support, assign and evaluate others work and follow through on assignments.
  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills as evidenced by positive interactions with coworkers, management, clients, and vendors.
  • Team Collaboration Skills: Work effectively and collaboratively with other team members to accomplish mutual goals. Bring positive and supportive attitude to achieving these goals.
  • Strong computer skills
  • Ability to balance tasks with competing priorities.
  • Critical thinker and problem solver.
  • Curiosity and passion to learn, innovate, able to take thoughtful risks and get things done.
  • Friendly, outgoing personality; maintain a positive attitude under pressure.
  • High level of self-motivation and energy.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
  • Must have a client service mentality.

Certifications/Licenses, Education, and Experience:

  • A minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience required.
  • RN license in good standing required.
  • Phlebotomy and infusion experience required.
  • Clinical Research Experience preferred.

How We Work Together

  • Location: Cape Breton, Canada
  • Physical demands associated with this position Include: The ability to use keyboards and other computer equipment.

Benefits

  • 6 weeks paid vacation annually
  • Access to group health benefits plan for self and dependents
  • Voluntary group RRSP retirement plan with matched contributions

Diversity & Inclusion

We work with and serve people from diverse cultures and communities around the world. We are stronger and better when we build a team representing the communities we support. We maintain an inclusive culture where people from a broad range of backgrounds feel valued and respected as they contribute to our mission.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Care Access is unable to sponsor work visas at this time.

If you need an accommodation to apply for a role with Care Access, please reach out to: TalentAcquisition@careaccess.com

About Care Access

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Care Access works around the world to make the future of health better for all. We help people learn more about their health, access health resources they need, and participate in research to help find new medicines and cures.