Registered Nurse, Vanguard Research

Care New England Health System • Full-time • Kent, WA, US • 1w ago

Per Diem

Job Summary:

The KH Research Nurse develops, implements, and evaluates the nursing plan of care for participants in research studies through the Research Administration/Kent Hospital in the Center for Primary Care and Prevention located at the Kent Hospital Ambulatory Center North.

Following a detailed research protocol established by the sponsoring organizations and the Coordinating Center, the Nurse coordinates care provided by the interdisciplinary team, assures appropriate follow-up between visits and/or referral to community agencies when required.
The Nurse provides direct clinical care, participates in improving the quality of care/quality assurance activities, provides education to participants, and monitors compliance to regimen.
Supports MD/PI to provide nursing care to participants in research studies following detailed research protocol established by sponsoring organizations and Coordinating Centers, and by working closely with the other research staff to ensure efficient clinic operation.
Assists in the development and maintenance of adherence strategies for continued involvement by participants in related studies.
Assists in the preparation of study reports.
Performs related duties as required.

Responsibilities

Performs ongoing participant assessments, nursing care/treatments per research protocol, policies, procedures, and standards

Demonstrates competence in following research procedure steps or guidelines.

Displays organization and manual dexterity.

Utilizes supplies and equipment correctly and efficiently.

Follows infection control guidelines.

Uses protective attire and equipment; disposes of wastes per guidelines.

Asses and monitors patient status accurately, thoroughly, and within allotted time frame. Initiates referrals as appropriate per protocol.

Observes, documents, reports changes in status including assessment for the occurrence of adverse events and adherence to medication schedules.

Assesses patient record and identifies health maintenance requirements during each visit.

Reviews and explains all aspects of the informed consent and HIPPA consents for research protocols and obtains consents.

Documents care provided according to protocol.

Maintains/updates knowledge and skills essential to support each research protocol/specialty clinic

Prepares required instruments and supplies required for examinations and/or procedures.

Demonstrates technical skills to perform and/or assist with specialty procedures.

Safely utilizes and properly maintains equipment, reports malfunctions appropriately.

Provides physical care which meets safety, security, and health needs for patients and families.

Ability to prioritize; evaluate; follow through on participants’ charts, lab reports, and diagnostic tests; and help triage phone calls.

Follows the policies, procedures, and parameters established by Kent for medication administration

Correctly prepares, safely administers, and appropriately documents administration.

Computes dosages and fluid rates accurately; consistently monitors delivery and patient response.

Makes decisions regarding medication administration based on usual doses, side effects, compatibility and contraindications; questions or clarifies unusual orders.

Labels expiration dates on multi-dose medication vials.

Assists as needed in regulatory documents for the sponsor and such IRB affairs such as research applications/submissions, protocol amendments, renewals and serious adverse event reporting.

Requirements:

Graduate of NLN-accredited School of Nursing. BSN preferred.
Ambulatory experience preferred.
Research background preferred.
Current RI RN Licensure required.

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.

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