Staff Nurse (Part Time Position AM Shift )

Title: Staff Nurse (Part Time Position AM Shift)

Employee Classification: Staff Nurse

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers

Department: HSC-Inst Translational Research-304700

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate With Experience

FTE: .500000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Institute for Translational Research is devoted to bringing novel diagnostics and interventions to patients and families suffering from neurodegenerative diseases, fostering translational research in neurodegenerative diseases at UNTHSC, and Create solutions for a healthier community. Our team spans basic "bench-top" science, clinical research, community-based research and clinical trials. Our translational approach is intended to foster discovery and expedite those discoveries toward the benefit of those suffering from brain disease. A particular emphasis of ITR is the development of personalized (or person-focused) medicine for Alzheimer's disease.

Position Overview

This position will provide indirect and direct care to research participants. Will use clinical assessment skills, collect research data, and manage and administer study drug with clinician’s guidance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing and three (3) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A current unrestricted Texas RN license is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Clinical Trial Experience Preferred
• Phlebotomy Experience Preferred (ex. Drawing clinical labs)
• Intravenous (IV) Infusion Experience Required
• Administering IV medications Required

Preferred Qualifications

• A current unrestricted Texas RN License is required. ]
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (RN) and three (3) years experience

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• A current unrestricted Texas RN License is required.

Job Duties:

• Screens patients (vital signs & other screening procedures) which may include history and physical, and preparation of the participant for examination; escorts participant to the exam room 
• Prescreening and clinical histories. 
• Obtain participant consent, data collection, perform research visits with any required procedures, and clinical/research documentation 
• May obtain blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid (assist clinician), and/or other specimens for lab tests. Manage and administer study drug with clinician’s guidance. 
• Completes forms for lab, imaging, and other research procedures
• Maintains participant confidentiality and optimal participant flow during a clinic visit
• Keeps exam rooms stocked, clean and neat
• Monitors and orders su