Local Contract Research Nurse (Per Diem) - Naples, Italy

Local Contract Research Nurse (Per Diem) - Naples, Italy

Illingworth Research Group provides a range of patient focused clinical services to the pharmaceutical, healthcare, biotechnology and medical device industries. These include mobile research nursing, patient concierge, medical photography and clinical research services. Illingworth are experts with experience across all study phases and in a diverse range of therapeutic areas.   

Illingworth Research Group is a global organization operating in over 45 countries, bringing clinical research directly into the home of the patient, to improve the experience of patients involved in clinical trials and the quality of their lives.  

Job Responsibilities

• Support patients participating in clinical research studies by coordinating care and facilitating communication with healthcare providers
• Help patients understand study protocols, schedule appointments, and address concerns related to their participation
• Collaborate with research teams to monitor patient progress and collect data while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
• Serve as a resource to help patients navigate the healthcare system and access necessary services throughout their research experience
• Ensure that participants remain engaged and compliant with study protocols to maintain the integrity and validity of the research
• Contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the research process by coordinating care and facilitating communication between patients and healthcare providers
• Ensure that patient data is accurately collected and monitored to enhance the quality of the research outcomes
• May be responsible for entire projects or processes within their area of responsibility, contributing to the design, implementation, and delivery of processes, programs, and policies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in clinical research or patient care
• Strong understanding of clinical research protocols and regulatory standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Certification in Clinical Research (e.g., CCRP, CCRC) preferred

Necessary Skills:

• In-depth knowledge and skills within the professional discipline of clinical research and patient care
• Ability to coordinate care and facilitate communication between patients and healthcare providers
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to address patient concerns and provide individualized support
• Proficiency in data collection and monitoring
• Understanding of the impact of work on related areas and the ability to manage processes and programs

Additional Information:

Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.

Summary

Roles within the Research Nurse/Patient Concierge job family at the P22 level are responsible for supporting patients participating in clinical research studies by coordinating care and facilitating communication with healthcare providers. These roles help patients understand study protocols, schedule appointments, and address concerns related to their participation. They collaborate with research teams to monitor patient progress and collect data while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. They serve as a resource to help patients navigate the healthcare system and access necessary services throughout their research experience. Impact and Contribution Roles within the Research Nurse/Patient Concierge job family at the P22 level play a crucial part in the success of clinical research studies. By providing comprehensive support to patients, they ensure that participants remain engaged and compliant with study protocols, which is essential for the integrity and validity of the research. Their efforts in coordinating care and facilitating communication between patients and healthcare providers contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the research process. Additionally, their collaboration with research teams helps to ensure that patient data is accurately collected and monitored, further enhancing the quality of the research outcomes. These roles require in-depth knowledge and skills within the professional discipline of clinical research and patient care, as well as an understanding of the impact of their work on related areas. Roles within the Research Nurse/Patient Concierge job family at the P22 level may be responsible for entire projects or processes within their area of responsibility, contributing to the design, implementation, and delivery of processes, programs, and policies. Core Focus • Providing individualized support to patients participating in clinical research studies • Coordinating care and facilitating communication with healthcare providers • Helping patients understand study protocols and addressing their concerns • Scheduling appointments and ensuring patients adhere to study timelines • Collaborating with research teams to monitor patient progress and collect data • Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining the integrity of the research • Serving as a resource to help patients navigate the healthcare system and access necessary services