Course Description: The purpose of this program is to describe and define essential functions of the clinical research nurse with consideration of the recently released ANA Scope and Standards of practice for Clinical Research Nursing. Clinical Research Nurses practice in a variety of clinical research settings, including serving as a bedside clinical research nurse, clinical research manager at a site, clinical research associate for a sponsor, or nurse researcher who is developing protocols and overseeing his/her own research.
Objective: The goal will be accomplished through lecture and practical application facilitated by clinical research professionals with extensive experience in nursing, education and clinical research administration and management. Information will be presented and discussed regarding the American Nurses Association (ANA) scopes and standards of practice for clinical research nurses. This program will address the unique challenges clinical research nurses face regarding the administration of clinical research and the care for patients.