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Nurse Case Manager II - 98290 Job
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| Employer Name: SAIC-Frederick, Inc. |
SpiderID: 2145566 |
| Location: Bethesda, Maryland |
Date Posted: 2/19/2008 |
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Category: Nurses/Nurses Aids |
| Job Code: 98290 |
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| Number Of Openings: 1 |
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Job Description:
SAIC-Frederick, Inc. and our Clinical Research Program are currently searching for a Nurse Case Manager II to provide nurse case management support for the Laboratory of Host Diseases (LHD), Support to the Division of Clinical Research (DCR), located in Bethesda, MD.
The Nurse Case Manager II will provide direct nursing care to an assigned caseload of patients utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, intervene, and follow-up disease related features as outlined in the clinical protocol. Coordinates patient schedules to meet the required protocol procedures, data collection timepoints and nursing care. Inputs and/or directs input of patient travel and remuneration according to the protocol. Assists physicians in protocol required procedures such as, but not limited to, phlebotomy and intravenous catheter placement, pharmacokinetics, and interdermal antigen skin testing. Orders labs, x-rays, and other diagnostic procedures prescribed by the protocol and/or clinically indicated in a computerized patient management system. Reviews the results, alerts physicians to abnormal outcomes or problematic trends, and collaborates on protocol/practice required interventions. Serves as the main communication liaison between assigned caseload of patients and other health care team members to assure appropriate intervention is instituted for any research or health related adverse event. Functions as the case manager during any period of the Clinical Center inpatient hospitalization.
Job Requirements:
Required Skills: Possession of a current professional license as a registered nurse (RN). Foreign educated candidates who have completed part or all of their education outside of the United States must have their foreign education evaluated by an SAIC-approved accrediting organization to assure that it has met the equivalency of the qualifications of degree work in the United States.
Minimum of 2 years nursing/clinical experience. Ability to function independently and/or collaboratively within a team setting. Demonstrate highly effective problem-solving, planning and organizational skills. Strong working knowledge of clinical research concepts, ethics, processes and protocol implementation and management. Background knowledge in clinical trials or pharmaceutical projects.
Desired Skills: Prior experience in adult/pediatric clinical trials management preferred. General knowledge of biological principles and scientific methods. Experience with international clinical trials a plus. Case management in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology and/or clinical environment and/or Certified Case Manager (CCM) credential preferred.
We offer an excellent salary and benefits program, including medical, dental, and life, 401(k) retirement savings plan, and educational assistance.
For immediate consideration and to see the full job description, please visit our website at www.saic.com and view position # 98290.
SAIC values diversity in the workplace. EEO M/F/D/V
Job Criteria:
Start Date: ASAP
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required: 2
Education Required: Other
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Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Relocation Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Offers Sponsorship for U.S. Visa, Other Benefits
Company Profile:
SAIC-Frederick, Inc., a subsidiary of SAIC, is the Operations and Technical Support Contractor for the National Cancer Institute at Frederick (NCI-Frederick) a federally funded research and development center. SAIC-Frederick, Inc. is one of four related NCI contracts on-site and serves as the infrastructure support for the entire center. The contract is the largest single research contract awarded by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and it is the department's only Government-owned, contractor-operated facility contract.
Contact Information:
| Contact Name: Molly Assion |
Company Type: Employer |
| Company: SAIC-Frederick, Inc. |
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| City: Frederick |
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| State: Maryland |
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| Zip: 21702 |
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Web Site: http://www.saic.com
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