Research Nurse
Location: New York New York
Description: Yeshiva University is looking of Research Nurse right now, this career will be placed in New York. For complete informations about this career opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (Einstein) is one of the nation’s premier institutions for medical education, basic research and clinical investigation, and proud home to more than 3,000 faculty and staff, 750 medical students and 350 PhD students, including 125 students in the combined MD/PhD programs. As a longstanding national leader in biomedical research, Einstein has 300+ research laboratories and has been awarded more than $199 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health. Einstein offers challenging, exciting, and rewarding careers for highly talented individuals who are dedicated to advancing pioneering educational and research initiatives. We pride ourselves in our humanitarian mission of serving the community and promoting an academic and working culture that is both supportive and collaborative. At Einstein, science is truly at the heart of medicine. Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education and psychology. Since welcoming our first class in 1955, Einstein has been an integral part of Yeshiva University, an institution that offers rewarding and challenging employment opportunities to qualified candidates in a wide range of disciplines. The University offers an excellent compensation package and a broad range of employee benefit plans. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position is a Per Diem Research Nurse for the Institute for Clinical and Translational Research’s (ICTR) Clinical Research Center (CRC) will contribute to the clinical research records, implement subject intake, schedule subjects for studies, place intravenous catheters, perform EKGs, handle routine blood sampling, administer medications as needed per protocol, and monitor subjects.
The Research Nurse will assess the health status of assigned subjects. S/He will plan, implement, evaluate and document individualized care based on subject assessment, and provide direct subject care to ensure implementation of specific research protocols. The individual is expected to establish and maintain effective communication with professional and ancillary personnel, and to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation and independence.
Duties will include:
Place IV catheters, complete blood draws, administer medications as needed per protocol, perform EKGs, and be proficient in the use of the glucometer Administer infusions and perform semi-automated assays Perform and document quality control checks as necessary Interface with investigators who use the CRC, and assist in completing protocols Maintain and stock the CRC exam rooms Assist in arranging and scheduling outpatient visits Ensure that the clinical research records are available and appropriate for the CRC Participate in the design and implementation of studies Utilize the electronic registration, scheduling and record-keeping systems, as well as electronic protocol application tracking systems, and other systems as required Performs other job-related functions as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a related field required Valid NYS RN license required Minimum of one year nursing experience required; experience in a research setting and/or critical care setting preferred Above-average communication and interpersonal skills required Must be highly motivated and detail oriented Basic computer skills required; database proficiency preferred BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred Familiarity with regulatory, compliance, and Human Subjects Protections issues preferred
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This career starts available on: Tue, 21 Aug 2012 15:36:47 GMT