The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) is a specialized research professional that facilitates and coordinates the daily activities of a clinical trial and plays a critical role in the conduct of the study. The CRC conducts clinical trials using good clinical/scientific practices under the auspices of the Principle Investigator and in collaboration with clinical departments and sponsors. The CRC is responsible for managing clinical trials from initiation through closure which can include coordinating study development; feasibility evaluation and preparation; IRB submission; recruiting subjects and assessing subject eligibility; reporting of adverse events; data collection and reporting; maintaining regulatory documents; assisting with study modifications; and completing case report forms.Works in collaboration with the Principal Investigator (PI).Assists Regulatory Specialist in maintaining and retaining regulatory documents in accordance with sponsor requirements.Conducts protocol and feasibility evaluation.Assesses patient population, recruitment and enrollment strategies.Recruits and manages trial subjects to include screening patients for protocol eligibility, covering informed consent, screening and inclusion/exclusion of the subjects adhering to safety and compliance issues.Assists in accurate and timely data collection, collection of source documents documentation, data entry, and reporting.Schedules, coordinates planning and participates in monitoring and auditing activities.Participates in required training and education programs.Assists PI in development of materials and tools necessary to appropriately train individuals involved in the conduct of the study around issues related to but not limited to, protocol requirements, schedule of subject visits, execution of research plan. Maintains documentation of training.Maintains effective and timely communications with sponsor, research subjects and PI during the course of the study.Provides a safe environment for patients, families, and clinical staff at all time through compliance with all federal, state, and professional regulatory standards.Reports instances of noncompliance to appropriate institutional oversight body.Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.Follows all clinical procedures and guidelines as set forth by regulatory body.Close-out of the clinical trial, contributing to research article, audit preparation, trial closure, communication with authorities and other disciplines involved, assisting in the final study report, completing financial obligations and archives study materials.

The Stephens Family Clinical Research Institute (SFCRI) is seeking to hire 1 hourly Graduate Student Fellow in Clinical Innovation to support the SFCRI's efforts to build and maintain a clinically relevant and innovative research environment. The Fellow will be expected to provide both administrative support and data support to SFCRI and its stakeholders, including CI MED students and Carle clinician faculty.HIPAA and its relevance in clinical research Biostatistics Familiarity with manuscript submission requirements Concepts related to intellectual property and technology transfer SQL, R, or Python programming Windows and Linux systems Critical thinking and problem solving Excellent listening skills Excellent verbal and written communication Works effectively and collaboratively in a team setting with individuals of varying levels of expertise Self-starter and resourceful Familiarity with clinical research Familiarity with healthcare ITAct as the IIRS liaison with the CI MED students to receive feedback and cascade information to the Director of Strategic Research Initiatives.Assist the Director of Strategic Research Initiatives in developing and executing strategies to facilitate successful research projects with CI MED students and Carle stakeholders.Assist the IIRS team in complying with Carle IT policies and procedures.Assist the IIRS study-navigators in aligning research protocols with Carle Research Institute policies and the Investigator-Initiated Research Services’ processes.Provide other research support duties in SFCRI, as needed.

Provides basic, quality patient focused care in clinical setting under daily direction and supervision of Registered Nurse (RN) in accordance with the standards of practice within guidelines of corresponding state regulations. Performs clerical and system coordination for the nursing units. Provides supportive nursing care and schedules diagnostic and therapeutic services. Ensures accuracy and frequent updates of unit census, patient information, and level of care. Coordinates all nursing unit communications and activities. Acts as a receptionist, greeting and/or directing patients, visitors, physicians, and other health care providers.Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated.Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested. Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings. Ensures patient call light is always in reach of patient and answers call-lights promptly.Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family to RN. Documents appropriately. Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties which require lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices.Performs tasks related to nutritional needs of the patient under direction of RN to include diet review, tray set up/removal, proper positioning and diet selection. Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity to include proper repositioning and skin care. Ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices.Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing as indicated using approved process for accurate specimen labeling and identification. Maintains competency as required. Under direction of RN and as determined by site/unit requirements, may be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care, perform phlebotomy, ECGs, bladder scans and other skills as allowed under state regulations.Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention by demonstrating hand hygiene and knowledge of sterile and aseptic procedures, proper disposal of contaminated materials and utilizing proper attire when in direct contact with patients in isolation.Coordinates tests and treatments with and between various departments for patients on nursing units. Maintains a working knowledge of functions and services offered by all diagnostic and treatment departments to facilitate the scheduling of tests and treatments. Maintains working knowledge of EHR system and other computer systems for ordering patient and unit supplies and equipment. Processes daily patient charges and/or related procedures through the system.Facilitates communications required to support patient care, including the multiple-line telephone, unit/site paging and the hospital information system. Screens incoming telephone calls. Monitors department office equipment and troubleshoots minor problems. Arranges repair of major malfunctions.Compiles necessary chart forms for admissions, transfers, discharges and expirations. Obtains appropriate copies of medical records for transfers to nursing homes and other health care facilities. Verifies medical records contain complete and accurate patient demographic information, patient identification and registration in the medical record, including appropriate level of care.Establishes and maintains positive customer relations and contributes to a harmonious work environment. Quickly and courteously acknowledges requests, responds to call lights, demonstrates proper phone etiquette and fosters communication between the health care team.Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific