Clinical Research Nurse - Multi-Disciplinary Studies

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Lubbock
3601 4th Street (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024
Clinical Research Nurse - Multi-Disciplinary Studies Lubbock 39303BR Position Description Clinical research nursing is the specialized practice of nursing focused on maintaining equilibrium between care of the research participant and fidelity of the research protocol. This specialty practice incorporates human subjects' protection, care coordination and continuity, contribution to clinical science, clinical practice, and study management throughout a variety of professional roles, practice settings, and clinical specialties. Uses nursing skills to evaluate, plan, implement, and document scientific research utilizing human subjects. Gathers data and analyzes results. May be responsible for participant recruitment and counseling, ethical oversight, or compilation of study results. Major/Essential Functions Develop and maintain relationships with faculty members interested in or currently conducting clinical research Develop and maintain relationships with assigned pharmaceutical, medical device, and other medical manufacturers considering clinical trials Actively market the Clinical Research Institute Assist faculty/staff with development of research protocols Assist with development and management of research study budget Assessment: Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the research protocol requirements and the research participants health and/or situation Diagnosis: Analyzes assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. Outcomes Identification: Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the research participant or situation within the parameters of the research protocol Planning: Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives within parameters of the research protocol to attain expected measurable outcomes Implementation: Implements the identified healthcare and research plans Coordination of care: Coordinates care delivery Health teaching and health promotion: Employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment Evaluation: Evaluates progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes Education: Seeks knowledge and competency that reflect current clinical research nursing practice and promote futuristic thinking Quality of practice: Contributes to quality nursing practice Professional practice evaluation: Evaluates one's own and others' nursing practice Facilitate IRB application and submission via institutional software system Facilitate ongoing and timely communication with the IRB via institutional research software system Recruit and enroll human subjects while protecting subjects and subjects' rights Maintain Study files/documents on all assigned studies Participate in the Clinical Research Institute call schedule rotation as needed Obtain and maintain appropriate credentialing approval from University Medical Center Medical Staff office and other affiliated hospitals when necessary Maintain CPR Certification Maintain required institutional training to be able to participate in Clinical Research activities (i.e. CITI and HIPAA research training) Maintain International Air Transportation Association (IATA) shipping training/certification Maintain Texas registered nurse licensure Required Qualifications Completion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of professional nursing. Current Registered Nursing license in the state of Texas. Current certification as a Clinical Research Professional or obtains certification upon eligibility or within two (2) years of hire. Obtains and maintains appropriate credentialing approval from affiliated hospitals as required CPR certification, and participation in the call schedule for the Clinical Research Institute. Ability to work with minimal supervision, prioritizing assignments according to the needs of the study or office. Multi-tasking is essential. Able to type. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=878414 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. jeid-7b7ec3dbbcf55249892dfb611841bc43