Clinical Research Nurse - Rheumatology, Cape Town

Clinical Research Nurse Rheumatology, Cape Town

Our client is seeking to recruit an experienced Research Nurse for clinical trials in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town.

The post entails regular contact with volunteers to take part in research that could make a real difference to future rheumatology patient care. This exciting work covers a range of rheumatology studies, looking at new clinical procedures and techniques. The well-being, safety and happiness of the people taking part in our research is at the heart of all we do, as is our confidence that the data we provide is accurate and reproducible.

Requirements:

• Perform all clinical observations and procedures as required by research protocols and on request from medical officer/study coordinator
• Assess and monitor patient conditions, medical situations and vital signs as needed
• Accurate clinical evaluation of patient complaints, including initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment
• Refer all related queries to medical staff and study coordinator
• Assist Medical Officer or other clinical staff with all study procedures as requested
• Ensure all clinical areas and equipment are maintained in good order, check/ensure beds have clean linen etc.
• Check Medical waste boxes and bins and arrange collection thereof
• Maintain an up-to-date list of all equipment used for the study and their calibration certificates and renewal.
• Provide participants with advice and guidance on basic medical conditions
• Triage of participants with possible Adverse Events or Expedited Adverse Events
• Protocol-specific procedures
• Oversee participant visits and ensure participants move through all study procedures efficiently.
• Manage the scheduled screening, consenting, enrolment and follow-up of participants including home visits if required
• Contact referral agencies where applicable to assist in recruiting the correct patients
• Complete all protocol and sponsor required training
• Assist Study Coordinators in clinic functions and administrative tasks
• Enter and or transcribe research data into case report forms as needed
• Inform Study Coordinators of daily clinic progress
• Participate in conference calls, meetings and training when required
• Assist in inventory, ordering and equipment management

Qualification:

• Nursing Diploma or Degree with South African Nursing Council (SANC) registration as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum 2 years' experience within clinical research environment
• Minimum 2 years' experience in nursing post-graduation
• Experience in rheumatology will be an advantage
• Fluent in English & Afrikaans
• Valid driver's license

Skills and attributes:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and empathetic
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Client focused
• Administration skills
• Attention to detail
• Function as part of a team and independently
• Professional communication skills with patients, relatives and a multi-disciplinary team
• Be able to think on your feet and show initiative
• Be assertive when needed
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
• Making sound decisions
• Computer literacy
• Well-presented and professional

Working hours:

• Monday to Thursday from 08h00 - 16h00

Appointment:

ASAP

Only candidates who meet all the minimum requirements stipulated in the advert will be considered. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.