The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston)
Senior Research Nurse - Pediatrics
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Position Summary
Responsible for direct patient care and the day-to-day management, coordination, implementation and overall conduct of multiple research and related activities for pediatric and adult populations. Position Key Accountabilities
Coordinates and administers the nursing care functions within a research project in accordance with bleeding and clotting disorder protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and UTH policies. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to include investigators, sponsors, administrative staff, clinical personnel, local laboratories and regulatory bodies to ensure successful study and participant outcomes. Screen, recruit and obtain informed consent from potential research participants. Coordinates and manages all aspects of assigned clinical trials from startup through close out. Assists in developing and implementing research protocols. Collect, document, and maintain accurate study data in electronic and paper records; participates in the writing of scientific papers, reports, manuscripts, and/or grant proposals. Prepare local, commercial IRB applications, and maintain continuing review approvals. Collaborate with investigators to ensure timely reporting of adverse events and protocol deviations to maintain compliance. Keeps the principal investigator and others informed of research and administrative progress through progress reports and other communications on a regular basis; distribute reports to faculty, research staff and others as requested. Monitor and maintain inventories of investigational drugs and other supplies. Maintain professional licensures, participate in training sessions, meetings and continuing education relevant to nursing and clinical research. Other duties as assigned. Certification/Skills
Registered Nurse (State of Texas) Minimum Education
Bachelor\'s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with three (3) years related experience. Or, Associate\'s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with five (5) years of related experience. Minimum Experience
Years of experience varies based on education level. Physical Requirements
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code 791.4, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. 791.4. Residency Requirement
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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Responsible for direct patient care and the day-to-day management, coordination, implementation and overall conduct of multiple research and related activities for pediatric and adult populations. Position Key Accountabilities
Coordinates and administers the nursing care functions within a research project in accordance with bleeding and clotting disorder protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and UTH policies. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to include investigators, sponsors, administrative staff, clinical personnel, local laboratories and regulatory bodies to ensure successful study and participant outcomes. Screen, recruit and obtain informed consent from potential research participants. Coordinates and manages all aspects of assigned clinical trials from startup through close out. Assists in developing and implementing research protocols. Collect, document, and maintain accurate study data in electronic and paper records; participates in the writing of scientific papers, reports, manuscripts, and/or grant proposals. Prepare local, commercial IRB applications, and maintain continuing review approvals. Collaborate with investigators to ensure timely reporting of adverse events and protocol deviations to maintain compliance. Keeps the principal investigator and others informed of research and administrative progress through progress reports and other communications on a regular basis; distribute reports to faculty, research staff and others as requested. Monitor and maintain inventories of investigational drugs and other supplies. Maintain professional licensures, participate in training sessions, meetings and continuing education relevant to nursing and clinical research. Other duties as assigned. Certification/Skills
Registered Nurse (State of Texas) Minimum Education
Bachelor\'s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with three (3) years related experience. Or, Associate\'s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with five (5) years of related experience. Minimum Experience
Years of experience varies based on education level. Physical Requirements
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code 791.4, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. 791.4. Residency Requirement
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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