Job Summary

An exciting opportunity is now available for a Clinical Research Nurse (RPN/RN) to work as part of inter-disciplinary teams led by committed family physicians in the Hamilton area. Winterberry Family Medicine serves as a focus for primary care management, community-based health promotion and disease prevention programs and activities. Working collaboratively with a physician and other interdisciplinary team members, serving a large rostered patient population, an opportunity exists for a Registered Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse to significantly shape and influence health outcomes for the Hamilton community.

Responsibilities and Duties

You will work within the full scope of practice in a patient-centred model of care with a team of highly motivated allied health care professionals including, dietitians, mental health counsellors and pharmacists.

The Clinical Research Nurse will:

- Implement clinical trial protocols according to ICH GCP guidelines from regulatory submission to study close-out.
- Identify potential clinical trial candidates, screen, randomize, coordinate and conduct follow-up visits according to study protocol ensuring subject safety (appropriate escalation and oversight by PI), timelines and protocol requirements are met.
- To work collaboratively with nursing and physician staff in the applicable departments to maximize patient safety and protocol adherence.
- Complete and document sponsor related training on Study Protocol and amendments, including Investigator meeting, data entry, GCP, EDC, AE and SAE reporting, Investigational Product.
- Determine study specific optimal screening method to facilitate patient recruitment. Re-evaluate and modify as needed to maximize enrollment and meet numbers and timelines for recruitment.




- Explain the study in detail and obtain written informed consent following GCP guidelines and documenting consent process.
- Review and confirm eligibility with the investigator.
- Complete study specific screening procedures, confirm eligibility, enroll/randomize the subject, and complete randomization visit requirements.
- Provide patients with education regarding the disease under study as needed and more specifically regarding trial related activities and requirements.
- Devise tool to maximize patient retention and minimize lost to follow-up.
- Administer/dispense/retrieve study medication, assess compliance, ensure completion of all follow-up activities including questionnaires, sample collection, diagnostic measurements.
- Review lab results for any clinically significant findings and escalate/report as required. Assess for and report any AEs, SAEs or endpoints identified at the follow-up visits or anytime.
- Complete required close-out activities and ensure subject support at study conclusion.
- Collect and document on source details required at each patient visit. Follow GCP guidelines for collection, correction and Investigator review. Ensure Investigator review and sign off of study related documents completed within required timeframe.
- Enter data into CRF and respond to queries within required timeframe.
- Follow expedited reporting guidelines to report SAEs and applicable endpoints to sponsor, IRB, and regulatory authorities.
- Prepare for and accommodate sponsor or regulatory audits by adequately preparing,



providing accessibility and support during the audit, participating in exit meeting, responding to observations.

Qualifications and Skills

- You must hold a current certification of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario and maintain membership with the RPNAO or RNAO.
- An understanding of computers is essential, including the use of electronic medical records. Experience with PS Suite EMR would be an asset.
- This position requires excellent health assessment/clinical skills and the ability to perform the full range of duties and responsibilities. While primary care experience is preferred, an orientation to primary care will be provided.
- Nursing skills required including history taking, physical and psychosocial assessment, phlebotomy, IVs, medication administration, sterile technique, and health teaching.
- Clinical Research certification (preferred)
- GCP
- inspections and audit (preferred)
- Assets/Experience running randomized controlled trials and other prospective studies a significant asset.

Education:

- RPN Diploma or RN Degree

Winterberry Family Medicine welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00-$36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Education:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Nursing (preferred)
- CPR Certification (preferred)
- LPN/RPN/RN (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hamilton, ON

📌 Clinical Research Nurse (RPN/RN) (Canada)
🏢 Winterberry Family Medicine
📍 Canada