Clinical Research Nurse PRN - CTSU

Department:

RSC CTSU - Rainbow

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Clinical and Translational Science Unit Department

Position Title:

Clinical Research Nurse PRN - CTSU

Job Family Group:

Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:

The Frontiers Clinical and Translational Science Unit (CTSU) is in the new state-of-the-art Clinical Research Center (CRC) at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC). The CTSU provides the opportunity for you to be an active participant in growing the research endeavors of the medical center and affiliate regional institutions.
The Clinical Research Nurse serves as an integral member of the site and study team. This position provides excellent patient care to research participants by adhering to institutional policies and procedures as well as strict research Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.

Job Description:

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work as needed on a PRN basis primarily Monday through Friday with occasional extended hours or weekends.

• Perform procedures and/or administer Investigational Drugs in strict compliance to the study protocol, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), and other state and local regulations as applicable.

• Oversee and monitor the well-being and safety of study participants; identify Adverse Events (AEs) and provide proper documentation and reporting of all AEs to study team.

• Ensure all required consent forms are obtained prior to any research activities.

• Provide clear and comprehensive documentation of study visit activities while adhering to the study protocol and the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice.

• Operate and maintain research equipment according to departmental policy.

• Support and encourage a cooperative work environment.

• May fulfill an interim clinical research coordinator (CRC) role for Principal Investigators who do not have their own CRC on staff.

• Ensure compliance with institutional and departmental policies along with each study's protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each participant visit.

• Perform study defined procedures and assessments, including, but not limited to, vital signs, IV placement, drug administration, lab collection, lab processing, phlebotomy, electrocardiograms, etc. in strict compliance with the study protocol.

• Able to be flexible with daily assignments and work independently as well as with a team.

• Accurate documentation in participant records (paper and electronic, as applicable). 

• Assist in troubleshooting problems.

• Other study-related activities as assigned.

• Utilize evidence-based practice methods to improve participant care and study conduct

• Ensures data integrity by ensuring high quality source documentation is recorded within the electronic medical record and/or any other research related documents

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Communicate well with people at all levels.

Required Qualifications

Certification:

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas.

• Current BLS certification

Work Experience:

• At least 1 year experience in acute care nursing.

• Experience placing IV’s and administering IV infusions.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Certification

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri

Work Experience:

• Experience in clinical research

• Recent Emergency Room or Critical Care experience.

Skills:

• Current ACLS certification

• HIGHLY skilled in placing IVs

• Proficient in administering IV fluids

• Capable of anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders

• Proficient in acquiring ECG's, vital signs, height, and weight

• Proficient in phlebotomy and processing of lab specimens

• Highly skilled in administering investigational drugs via IV infusions, IV push, IM and SQ injections

• Highly skilled in the collection of medical history, concomitant medications, and concomitant therapies from the research participants

• Resourceful, securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently

• Openly relatable and comfortable with diverse groups of people

• Adaptable in approach and demeanor in real time to ma