Clinical Research Nurse II in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh

Clinical Research Nurse II

Med-Pediatrics - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26006434)

This position is for the Division of General Academic Pediatrics (GAP) within the Department of Pediatrics.

Phlebotomy experience is preferred, but will train.

Candidates with bilingual English-Spanish skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

Travel to satellite locations may occur. If travel is required for the position, and if the incumbent is not utilizing public transportation, a valid driver’s license is required. It is the expectation that the incumbent will use their own vehicle required for local travel and the owner of the vehicle must carry automobile liability insurance. The owner’s automobile liability insurance coverage is primary coverage. The University’s automobile liability insurance policy provides excess coverage only.

Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment.

Job Summary

Supports clinical research projects by coordinating projects and drug trials, assessing patients' qualifications, and facilitating protocols. Collects and reviews lab results, patient data, and lab specimens; administers medications and protocol-specific treatments. Performs general laboratory duties and specialized nursing duties, trains new staff, and ensures regulatory adherence.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates clinical research projects and drug trials. Assesses patients for qualification/enrollment in research projects and subject groups. Implements research protocols. Monitors patient assessments.

• Collects and reviews lab results; monitors results for adverse reactions.

• Collects patient data, including medical histories and physical assessments. Maintains and enters data into databases/logs in a timely and accurate manner.

• Performs general laboratory duties including, but not limited to, monitors supply inventory, monitors temperatures of freezers and refrigerators, cleans equipment, and disposes of biological waste. Performs specialized nursing duties such as arterial puncture, venipuncture, and operation of electronic monitoring equipment; assists with surgical and/or invasive procedures.

• Administers treatment and/or medication in accordance with research protocol.

• Collects, prepares, and processes lab specimens.

• Ensures all protocol and regulatory standards adherence.

• Participates in the development of internal review board submissions as requested.

• Collaborates with multiple investigators, sponsors, and research coordinators.

• Assists with training of new staff and ongoing guidance of newer staff.

Physical Effort

Light.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Nurse II

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Clinical Research - Nursing

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Mainly 8AM-4:30PM; some early evenings and weekend coverage may occur.

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter