PRN Research Nurse

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient health assessments and medication administration
• Obtains IV access through peripheral IV initiation
• Prepares and administers a variety of specialized intravenous or injectable pharmacological treatments.
• Provides study participant care by utilizing the skills of observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, counseling, health teaching, and reporting any adverse events to immediate supervisor or required stakeholders.
• Performs routine nursing duties in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Performs specialized nursing procedures for which recognized training and current competency have been demonstrated and completed.
• Observes and documents study participant conditions.
• Acts as a resource to other nurses by providing support and direction as needed.
• Understands and implements infection prevention practices.
• Participates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities.
• Adheres to site policies and procedures.
• Participates in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives
• Participates in proactive health and safety activities while performing all duties
• Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information.
• Maintains knowledge of study protocols, including inclusion and exclusion criteria for each study protocol in order to assist with screening potential study participants for participation as part of our recruitment process.
• Contact potential study participants who have requested information on our enrolling studies

Qualifications

• Current and unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse (RN) within the state of Oregon required.
• Previous experience with providing multiple daily infusions required
• Graduated from an accredited nursing education program required
• Exceptional peripheral IV initiation skills
• Exceptional clinical assessment skills
• Strong communication skills
• Able to manage relationships with exceptional customer service
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to handle difficult situations
• Able to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Able to perform and prioritize multiple functions and tasks
• Able to read and interpret technical instructions related to clinical care