What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Nurse position at Planet Pharma?
Key Responsibilities
Patient Visit Delivery
Clinical Expertise
Patient Visit Delivery
- Conduct off-site patient visits (home-based) in alignment with study protocol and timelines
- Schedule and coordinate visits directly with the patient/carer
- Perform visit activities including:
- Vital signs collection
- ECG acquisition
- Blood sampling (PK/PD)
- Cannulation and venipuncture
- Adrenal insufficiency assessments
- Investigational Product (IP) dispensing and accountability
- Completion of electronic questionnaires
- Ensure all visits are completed within required appointment windows
- Accurately complete study worksheets and source documentation
- Record all procedures, observations, and follow-up actions during visits
- Submit documentation promptly for QC and site review
- Maintain complete, audit-ready records at all times
- Prepare for each visit, ensuring all equipment and consumables are available, including:
- ECG machine, centrifuge, BP monitor, weighing scale, measuring tape
- PPE and blood/urine sampling supplies
- Coordinate sample handling and shipment logistics
- Organize required materials and ensure proper IP handling
- Serve as primary point of contact for patient visit coordination
- Liaise with investigator site staff for pre-visit handover (e.g., medications, adverse events)
- Communicate visit findings and escalate adverse events immediately
- Maintain professional and patient-centric communication at all times
- Complete post-visit documentation and resolve data queries
- Ensure proper handling and return of biological samples and study materials
- Maintain infection prevention and control standards
- Confirm all activities and documentation are completed in line with protocol
- Adhere strictly to study protocol, SOPs, and ICH-GCP guidelines
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, ethical, and safety requirements
- Participate in audits, inspections, and quality activities as needed
- Participate in required study-related activities including:
- Study-specific training (1–3 hours)
- Protocol familiarization and documentation review (~6 hours)
- Site initiation visit (~2 hours)
- Patient introduction visit (~1 hour)
- Attend study meetings, calls, and provide status updates as required
Clinical Expertise
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Strong clinical competencies including:
- Venipuncture and cannulation
- ECG acquisition
- Vital signs and patient assessment
- Sample processing (including centrifugation)
- Experience with clinical trials, home visits, or decentralized trials preferred
- Current GCP certification (within 2 years)
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Strong understanding of clinical trial protocols and safety reporting (AE/SAE)
- Ability to independently manage visit schedules and logistics
- Strong attention to detail in documentation and data accuracy
- Experience with electronic data capture tools and systems
- Ability to manage travel, visit timing, and administrative requirements effectively
- Strong patient-facing communication and bedside manner
- Ability to coordinate effectively with remote study teams and sites
- Clear, timely communication of clinical findings and issues
- Ability to travel to patient homes (local travel required)
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Comfortable working independently in a home-based care setting
- Flexible to accommodate visit timing and study needs