Description

Summary

The Research Nurse requires knowledge of the clinical research programs. The preferred candidate must be people oriented and willing to learn. This position works with section's members and fellows in an academic medical center setting. This position coordinates research projects, clinical trials, and perform duties as required by the protocol. This position recruits, screens, and enrolls patients in study protocols.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Proficient in data collection and entry• Excellent written, verbal communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

• Team player, dependable, focused and takes initiative

Special Required Ability for Incumbents Who Have Contact or Exposure to Animals or Animal Tissues:

Ability to complete and pass successfully the required occupational health screening referenced in the University's Animal Handler Health Surveillance Program on an annual basis.

Required Background Check, Physical, and Drug Screening for Incumbents Who Have Contact or Exposure to Animals or Animal Tissues:

Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment. For identified jobs, a drug screening will also be required. The background investigation, required occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Registered Nurse with current LA licensure by date of hire.
• 1 year of clinical nursing experience (preferably in a research setting)

Preferred Qualifications

N/A