Triage Nurse​/Clinical Research Nurse

Job Description OVERVIEW

The Triage / Clinical Research Nurse plays a critical role in providing high-quality patient care. This position involves assessing, prioritizing, and managing patient needs through effective communication and clinical judgment. The nurse will collaborate with the leadership team, Surgeons, and APP’s to ensure patients receive timely and appropriate care.

• Work through Athena EHR buckets/ calls to promptly answer patient questions or concerns.
• Prioritize patient care based on urgency and medical necessity; determine appropriate next steps in care, including scheduling appointments or referring to specialists.
• Provide patients with information regarding their conditions, treatment options, and post-care instructions, answer questions and address concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Work closely with surgeons, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other staff to coordinate care plans and ensure effective communication.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records, documenting assessments, triage decisions, and patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Ensure appropriate follow-up for patients with chronic or complex conditions; schedule necessary-up appointments and tests.
• Recognize and respond to emergency situations effectively, ensuring prompt escalation to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and contribute to improving clinic operations and patient care processes.
• Order and follow up on laboratory tests, ensuring results are reviewed and communicated to patients and providers promptly.
• Ensure patient records are updated with the latest information regarding assessments, treatments, and follow-up actions.

• Recruit and screen participants for eligibility based on study protocols.
• Obtain informed consent from participants, ensuring understanding of risks and benefits.
• Monitor and assess participants for adverse events or side effects.
• Provide clinical care and follow-up, including administering study medications or procedures.
• Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring their rights, safety, and well-being.

• Collaborate with principal investigators (PIs), sponsors, and other stakeholders.
• Schedule and manage study visits, assessments, and procedures.
• Maintain detailed documentation of study activities, including case report forms (CRFs) and source documents.
• Ensure timely and accurate data collection and entry.