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Clinical Research Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN)

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
50 Staniford Street (Show on map)
May 21, 2025
The per-diem clinical research nurse practitioner is an integral member of an interdisciplinary team in the Neuroendocrine unit (Department of Medicine), supporting various clinical studies to evaluate appetite-regulating hormones in individuals across the age and weight spectrum, including those with eating disorders as well as studies examining the effects of oxytocin on metabolism and body composition.. Prior experience working with individuals with these conditions or strong interest in learning and being trained in this area are important aspects of this position. In this role, the NP promotes collaborative relationships between investigators, study coordinators, research participants, the research pharmacy, and MGH Translational and Clinical Research Center staff in order to provide continuity of care for research study participants and to ensure efficient use of resources. RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborate with principal investigators and clinicians toenhance quality and continuity of care of study participants. Manage and work closely with clinical research coordinators to coordinate the study visits and collect/organize the data and blood/tissue specimens. Help devise recruitment strategies and recruit participants for research studies. Screen research participants for studyeligibility and attend study visits in accordance with the study protocols, including consenting, obtaining medical history, performing physicalexamination including phlebotomy, and completingcase reporting forms for data collection. Assume responsibility for the management of participants during outpatient study visits including drug teaching, follow-up of lab and radiology testing, and communicating with participants' providers. Interpret studies ordered and provide participants with anexplanation of results. Report adverseevents, protocol violations, and amendments to the protocol, and other required periodic reporting to the Institutional Review Board and other regulatory agencies, as applicable. Supervise and mentor clinical research coordinators. Coordinate the distribution, accounting, and safe collection of all study drugs if needed. Available to work on-site during business hours and attend study visits at other MGH locations as needed. May work occasional early mornings,evenings, and/or weekends when needed. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS: Current licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Current board certification as aFamily Nurse Practitioner. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner may be considered if certification encompasses a pediatric to adult age range. EDUCATION: Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing. OTHER SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Experience with working with individuals with eating disorders preferred, or strong interest in working with this population. Phlebotomy and IV skills preferred. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Flexibility in working on different studies depending on program needs. Willing to accept new graduates. If you are a current MGB employee and plan to keep two positions, your total weekly hours can not exceed 40. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.