Research Nurse- per diem

About the role

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care.

At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Responsibilities

The research nurse works to provide and maintain comprehensive nursing care to both adult and pediatric patients in a diverse clinical research setting. The standards of care provided to the research patient results from the ability to assess the health care needs while ensuring compliance to the requirements of the protocol.

• Provides direct care to the research patient utilizing the nursing process with knowledge and understanding of the purpose and methodology of the protocol.
• Demonstrates critical nursing judgment to maintain the integrity of the research protocol without compromising patient safety.
• Demonstrates the ability to practice independently within study guidelines.
• Effective documentation, observing any changes in a patient's status and response to the protocol.
• Maintain effective communication at all times.
• Educate research patients and families about the clinical study and maintain optimal health.
• Participates actively in the informed consent process.
• Reviews each protocol prior to patient entry and addresses questions or concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Creates protocol flow sheet to identify a brief summary of the protocol requirements for all staff nurses.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates a plan of care for each patient incorporating short and long term goals and expected outcomes of each.
• Sets priorities based on patient care and protocol requirements.
• Communicates through verbal, nonverbal, written, and computer methods effectively with all members of the health care team.
• Works with staff in a team approach to assist patient/protocol needs and will extend beyond the completed assignment to assist others.
• Administers stock medication safely and with knowledge of hospital policy and procedure.
• Administers selective research medication safely with accountability and knowledge of its effect within the protocol domain and CRC guidelines.
• Performs accurate and safe procedures within the scope of practice of CRC Nursing.
• Assesses patient and family educational needs about the informed consent process, protocol intervention procedures, and its relationship to the disease process.
• Initiates teaching on own and documents action for continuity of care through discharge.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality with attention to safety concerns for the patient.

Requirements

• NYS RN License with current registration.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, or equivalent combination of education and experience with plans to earn a baccalaureate degree in Nursing.
• Prior RN experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Experience working with specific indications (department-specific).
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiar with Internet applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, and strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of management and work and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to work within a team environment as well as independently.
• Commitment to continuous learning as required by department administration.
• Ability to make decisions independently.
• Ability to manage time, multi-task, and prioritize work.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems; ability to work well under pressure.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Certification in relevant practice area. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Benefits

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement.

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resources groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

Pay

The salary range for the role is $52.04 - $61.54 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.