Overview

Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nation’s oldest, most respected independent, nonprofit biomedical research institutes. OMRF is dedicated to understanding and developing more effective treatments for human diseases, focusing on critical research areas such as Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, lupus, Multiple Sclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. OMRF follows an innovative cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nation’s leaders in patents per scientist.

Located in Oklahoma City, a city that offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area, with low cost of living, short commute times and a diversified economy, OMRF has been voted one of the Top Workplaces since the inception of the award. This achievement has been accomplished thanks to OMRF individuals who share a unified understanding that our excellence can only be fully realized with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to these values.

BenefitsWe offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including, medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, onsite café, free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer, free parking and much more! Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro and out of state. Learn more about our benefits here.

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Responsibilities

Dr. A. Darise Farris is hiring a Clinical Research Nurse to coordinate and execute Sjögren’s research projects. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to work closely with principal investigators to assist with identification and recruitment of patients and controls into our clinical research projects. The coordinator will work in a Sjögren’s Research Clinic and will be engage directly with subjects participating in research projects performing nursing duties, sample collections, review and abstraction of data from medical records, interface with investigators and clinical coordinators at other research sites, manage and maintain regulatory documents including submissions/reports to the IRB. Comply with FDA, ICH/GCP, and HIPAA rules and regulations.

Tasks require a high level of organizational skills and the ability to ask the right questions to determine proper course of action while following established standards and research protocols.

DUTIES:

1. Sjögren’s Research Clinic. Conducts research and assists researchers by recruiting patients, determining eligibility, and seeing patients through research studies including obtaining informed consent, administering questionnaires, taking medical histories, performing study procedures, assisting the clinicians performing invasive procedures, counseling patients, and performing all study related tasks as outlined in study protocols and in adherence with GCP, ICH, and HIPAA regulations.

2. Chart Review. Performs medical chart review to abstract data for research including but not limited to constructing medical history and medications chronology, evaluating disease progression, and mapping symptom and biomarker associations.

3. Communication. Liaises between principal investigator, patients, third party patient care service providers, members of the non-OMRF collaborating sites, and governing agencies to ensure strict adherence to protocol and regulations throughout study conduct. Excellent written and oral communications required.

4. Patient Care. Assesses and records symptoms, vital signs, and other patient information required for research protocols and to prepare patient for examination. Review records for documentation of study inclusion/exclusion criteria. Carries out physician orders for testing and treatment and coordinates follow-up care of patients. Assists patients with immediate post-procedure care after oral and ocular evaluations.

5. Sample Collection. Collects samples from patients including blood, urine, saliva, etc. Prepares samples for analysis or shipment. Collects all laboratory reports, data, and records. Excellent phlebotomy skills required.

6. Data Management. Gathers, organizes, analyzes, and submits patient and research data to principal investigators, scientists, and sponsors. Computer skills required.

7. As Needed. Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Completion of an accredited practical nursing program. Knowledge of HIPAA and IRB rules and regulations required

Experience: 12 months nursing experience

Certifications/Licenses: Certification and registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Oklahoma

Preferred Qualifications

Clinical research experience and research certification – CCRC or CCRP. Rheumatology or other autoimmune experience strongly preferred