Clinical Research Nurse II

About the role

The Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh is in search of a Clinical Research Nurse II to support clinical research projects by coordinating projects and drug trials, assessing patients' qualifications, and facilitating protocols.

Responsibilities

• Collects and reviews patient data including medical histories and physical assessments, lab specimens and lab results and monitors results for adverse reactions
• Assists in study medication accountability and monitoring adverse events and protocol-specific treatments
• Assesses patients for inclusion and performs specialized nursing duties such as arterial puncture, venipuncture, and operation of electronic monitoring equipment
• Assists with lumbar puncture and multi-modality intracranial monitoring procedures
• Maintains and enters data into databases/logs in a timely and accurate manner
• 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
• Performs general laboratory duties and specialized nursing duties
• Ensures regulatory adherence

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (minimum education level required)
• RN license in PA is required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required
• No substitution in lieu of education or experience will be accepted

Schedule

• M-F 8:30am-5pm
• Occasional mornings, evenings and weekends as needed
• On call rotations required

Physical requirements

• Must be able to walk, stand, or sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to use computer, telephone, copier, fax, and other essential office equipment