Part-Time Clinical Research Nurse
Indiana University

Job Info

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Department

CTSI CLINICAL RESEARCH SERVICE (IN-PCIR-IUINA)

Department Information

Indiana University School of Medicine is a national leader in medical research and education. With more than 60 academic departments and specialty divisions across 9 campuses statewide and strong clinical partnerships with Indiana's most advanced hospitals and physician networks, the school is continuously advancing its mission to prepare healers and transform health in Indiana and throughout the world.

Recognized as a statewide institute supported by a Clinical and Translational Science Award from the National Institutes of Health's (NIH) and the National Center for Advancing Translational Science, the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) is a partnership among the leading research universities of Indiana University, Purdue University and the University of Notre Dame. The Indiana CTSI provides valuable research expertise, financial support and infrastructure such as lab equipment and technology.

Job Summary

• Initiates, conducts, completes, and reports clinical studies/trials in a variety of therapeutic areas.
• Coordinates pre-study site visits of sponsor/s, participates in study start-up activities, assists with recruitment, conducts study visits, completes IRB submissions and other regulatory requirements, enters data into sponsor-specified system, assists study monitor during site monitoring visits, completes study close-out and archives source documents while ensuring compliance with protocol, regulatory and standard operating procedures (SOP) and follows Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Develops solutions to complex problems that impact the timely and accurate conduct of clinical research.
• Assesses and evaluates the patient's condition, initiates emergency measures as necessary, and intervenes appropriately in crisis situations.
• Provides independent professional care through the application of standing orders.
• Takes vital signs including blood pressure, pain evaluation, expiratory peak flow measurement, pulse, respirations, temperature, height, weight, pulse oximetry.
• Maintains personal and patients' safety with attention to bloodborne pathogens, sterility, respirator use and fit testing, negative pressure exam room utilization, psychological distress, and contagious diseases.
• Administers medications orally, by injection and intravenously, changes dressings, and obtains laboratory specimens of potentially infectious material.
• Analyzes data and records analysis and data into electronic medical record (EMR).
• Sets up and assists providers with medical examinations, treatments and surgical procedures.
• Educates patients about their diagnosis, contagion, self-care, follow-up, physical and psychological needs.
• Directs and guides Medical Assistants (MA) in their tasks.
• Oversees and insures the proper use, care and control of medical equipment and medications.
• Assists nursing administration in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• Associate's degree in Science in Nursing.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Science in Nursing.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 3 years of nursing experience.

Preferred

• 1 year experience as an RN in an outpatient or specialty setting.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana upon date of hire.

Preferred

• ACRP or SOCRA Clinical Research Certification upon date of hire.

SKILLS

Required

• Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Possesses strong technical aptitude.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires sedentary work as well as extended durations of moving about the workplace. It requires the ability to move objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and the ability to discern between various objects and devices and to position patients. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

Shift differential available.

Work Location

Indianapolis, Indiana

Work Hours

Night shift

Friday - Monday both day and night shifts available.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Employee

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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