PS Research Nurse

University of Utah   Salt Lake City, UT   Full-time     Health Care Provider
Posted on April 17, 2024
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Announcement

Details

Open Date

02/15/2024

Requisition Number

PRN37714B

Job Title

PS Research Nurse

Working Title

Research Nurse

Job Grade

F

FLSA Code

Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Yes

Standard Hours per Week

40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00 pm with some flexibility for evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

VP Area

U of U Health - Academics

Department

00848 - Pediatric Administration

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$22.88 - $40.49

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Division of Pediatric Cardiology at the University Of Utah School Of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Research Nurse to provide support to Principal Investigators within the Heart Center. This successful candidate will assist in facilitating the conduct of clinical research by performing research and clinical duties, providing protocol-driven patient care for complex clinical trial activities in compliance with guidelines set by governing agencies. Actual skills and responsibilities will vary according to the specific research project.

Additionally, the successful candidate for this position will be responsible for coordinating the implementation, quality control and completion of research studies while accomplishing study objectives and for maintaining compliance with guidelines set by government agencies. The person in this position will work with Heart Center Principal Investigators to conduct studies as assigned. Assist in facilitating the conduct of clinical research by performing research and clinical duties. Provides patient care within the scope of nursing practice and in compliance with guidelines set by governing agencies. Actual skills and responsibilities may vary according to the specific research project. Specific responsibilities include participation in protocol development, creating and piloting data collection forms, identification of potential subjects, interfacing with patients and families, obtaining informed consents, scheduling study visits and tests, supervising data collection, entering study data in databases, maintaining all regulatory documents, securing and ensuring proper handling of study samples, and distributing and maintaining documentation of patient incentives. Coordinators will use medical knowledge and clinical experience to perform multiple functions for this position, including but not limited to analyzing or evaluating clinical data, developing and implementing clinical workflows for studies/protocols, performing medical reviews, and training research coordinators throughout the network. The Research Nurse will have the opportunity to participate in the dissemination of results through abstract and manuscript production as appropriate.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates
  • 14.2% retirement contributions that vest immediately
  • Generous paid leave time
  • 11 paid Holidays per year
  • 50% tuition reduction for employee, spouse, and dependent children
  • Flex spending accounts
  • Free transit on most UTA services
  • Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
  • Professional development opportunities
Additional benefits information is available at www.hr.utah.edu/benefits

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Assists in facilitating the conduct of clinical research by performing research and clinical duties.

2. Identifies potential patients for enrollment in clinical research studies.

3. Informs parents/guardians of eligible infants of details regarding the study and seeks informed consent.

4. Assures judicious implementation of clinical studies: may involve setting up equipment, randomization, and data extraction from medical records; collection of body fluid(s); and administration of a drug, placebo or other intervention.

5. Gathers data for analysis to determine the efficacy of certain drugs, devices and/or test procedures.

6. Analyzes the patient's condition and effectiveness of the particular protocol to determine other potential factors in accounting for certain results.

7. Maintains investigational logs and records of drugs administered, medical devices monitored and procedures followed.

8. Prepares reports.

9. Coordinates with referring physicians to provide information regarding available research.

10. Performs other patient care and related duties as assigned.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Comments

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Often: Infectious disease, oils ( there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids), hazards ( includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals).

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

RN license in the state of Utah plus two years related experience required. Depending on area of assignment, CCRP, ACRP- CRC, SOCRA- CCRP certification may be required. Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. . Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

The hiring department may also prefer experience in a specific area of nursing

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers, and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Preferences
  • Prior research experience or an understanding of research procedures and knowledge of FDA regulations and IRB procedures.
  • Prior experience in the pediatrics and/or cardiovascular clinical research areas.
  • Credentialing as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP), or other related certification.
  • Experience with human subjects research, demonstrated human relations skills, and working knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPPA ICH, and IRB regulations and regulatory compliance.
  • Must be a self-starter with exceptional organizational skills, ability to function independently, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and written.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, excel and the ability to learn new software programs.
  • IRB CITI Course for Human Subjects and CITI GCP or IATA DGR training are required within 3 weeks of hire.
Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you have professional research certification(s) through ACRP and/or SOCRA?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah or equivalency?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * How many years of related work experience do you have?
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
    • 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
    • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
    • 6 years or more
  4. * Are you certified as a Clinical Research Professional? (CCRP, CCRC, or CCRA)
    • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
  3. Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169

University of Utah

Salt Lake City , UT