Research Nurse Coordinator II - Vascular Surgery

Washington University

$64K — $109K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2 years of nursing or research experience required.
  • Basic Life Support certification from a recognized body needed.
  • Additional certification in Clinical Research is preferred.
  • Experience in an academic research setting is advantageous.
  • No specific degree required, but relevant experience is critical.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care, including assessments and evaluations.
  • Identify, screen, and enroll study subjects as necessary.
  • Train and supervise staff on the research project.
  • Coordinate specimen handling and administration of clinical trials.
  • Submit event reports following study protocols and guidelines.
  • Assist sponsoring organization’s research associates with study documentation.
  • Authorize and manage payments for ancillary services.

Benefits

  • Up to 22 days of vacation plus 10 holidays and sick time.
  • Competitive health insurance with lower costs for appointments.
  • Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible workers.
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with university contributions starting at 7%.
  • Wellness programs including health screenings and mental health resources.
  • 4 weeks of caregiver leave for new parents and family care resources available.
  • Tuition coverage for employees and dependents after a certain period.
Full Job Description
Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary
Position functions as the lead person on a research project; coordinates study procedures to provide available subjects, consistent with study procedures and techniques and verified documentation; supervises personnel assigned to work on the study.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; documents, collects data and assists physicians.
  • Works with staff to identify, screen and enroll study subjects; ensures lab and data are obtained according to established protocol.
  • Trains and supervises staff assigned to work on the research project.
  • Coordinates handling of specimens, administration of clinical trials, collection of source information and case reporting.
  • Prepares/submits event reports in adherence with study procedures, budget and established guidelines.
  • Assists research associates from sponsoring organization, providing study explanations and reports as necessary.
  • Authorizes payments to ancillary organizations for services received and accounts for payments from organization serviced.


Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions:
  • Normal office environment.
  • Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
  • Requires protective devices.
  • Patient care setting.
  • Direct patient care setting.


Physical Effort:
  • Typically sitting at desk or table.
  • Typically bending, crouching, stooping.
  • Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less).


Equipment:
  • Office equipment.
  • Clinical/diagnostic equipment.


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:
A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:
The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience:
Related Nursing Or Research (2 Years)

Skills:
Not Applicable

Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Clinical Research Certification.


Preferred Qualifications

Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:
Academic Research Setting (2 Years)

Skills:
Active Listening, Clinical Research Coordination, Clinical Research Management, Clinical Research Methods, Clinical Research Operations, Clinical Techniques, Database Management, Detail-Oriented, Effective Written Communication, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Nursing Fundamentals, Oral Communications, Patient Recruitment, Reporting Tools, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Analysis Software (SAS), Team Collaboration

Grade
S26

Salary Range
$64,500.00 - $109,900.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [redacted] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at [redacted] and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal
  • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
  • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.


Wellness
  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!


Family
  • We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
  • WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.


For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

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