Abstract
AimTo explore the role of CRNs in Sweden and differences in competences and tasks, using the Clinical Trial Nursing Questionnaire – Swedish version (CTNQ‐SWE).DesignA cross‐sectional survey.MethodsParticipants were identified through strategic sampling. Data were analysed by descriptive and comparative statistics.ResultsThe respondents were experienced nurses who felt proficient in their role, they felt more acceptance by the principal investigators than by nursing colleagues. A majority of CRNs are involved in all procedures specified in the CTNQ‐SWE. The most often performed tasks, also rated as the most important by the CRNs, concerned informed consent and management of investigational products. The education was often informal: with a lack of job descriptions and professional development plans. Need of formal specialist education was expressed.ConclusionsKnowledge about the role description can be used by clinical research enterprise internationally and healthcare organizations aiming to support CRNs in their role.
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