Bilingual Clinical Research Vocational Nurse II

Texas A&M • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Clinical Research Vocational Nurse supports clinical and field-based research activities at the Texas A&M AgriLife IHA Dallas Clinic and on Mobile Health Assessment Centers (MHACs). Under the direction of the MHAC Clinical Manager and Clinical Program Director, the LVN contributes nursing knowledge and clinical judgment to participant engagement, specimen and data collection, biosafety compliance, and coordination of study procedures. The role involves frequent verbal and written interaction with people whose primary language may be English or Spanish, so fluency in both languages is required.

The position leads daily research data collection and performs nursing assessments within the LVN scope of practice. It collects and processes biological specimens, documents and handles samples in accordance with study protocols and BSL-2 safety standards, administers questionnaires, assists with digital health assessments, and maintains participant records and confidentiality. It also supports clinical operations by maintaining rooms, equipment, supplies, and point-of-care testing documentation; entering and verifying research data; identifying and escalating abnormal findings; and helping ensure compliance with applicable SOPs, certifications, regulations, and research requirements.

The LVN serves as a clinical resource to Medical Assistants and collaborates with departments across the Texas A&M University System on the safety and compliance of human research studies. Evening and weekend work may be needed for research visits, and the role requires travel on an MHAC to various counties in Texas. The employee must be able to lift or move light and moderate objects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related patient-care experience.
• At least one year of phlebotomy experience.
• Fluency in spoken and written English and Spanish, including the ability to interpret and translate accurately between the languages.
• Current unrestricted Texas Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
• Current CPR/BLS/AED training and certification.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Knowledge of nursing assessment and patient-monitoring principles.
• Ability to recognize abnormal findings and escalate them appropriately.
• Ability to educate participants about study procedures and requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Professional demeanor, ability to lead and collaborate on a multidisciplinary team, and ability to take initiative and work independently while managing priorities.
• Strong customer service skills when serving a diverse community.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the position.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed for research visits.
• Ability to travel on an MHAC to various counties within Texas.
• Ability to lift or move light and moderate objects.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in clinical or public health research, including specimen collection and data management.
• Familiarity with CLIA-waived testing, BSL-2 procedures, and mobile health operations.
• Proficiency in REDCap, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform daily research data collection.
• Measure and document vital signs, anthropometrics, and body composition according to study protocols.
• Conduct nursing assessments within the LVN scope of practice, observe participants during procedures, monitor for changes in condition, and report findings to supervising clinical personnel or investigators.
• Collect and process blood, urine, saliva, stool, breastmilk, hair, and nail specimens in accordance with BSL-2 safety standards.
• Prepare and label specimens, maintain chain-of-custody documentation, and ensure accurate sample storage and transport.
• Administer study questionnaires and assist participants with digital health assessments.
• Document pertinent findings, communicate with the study team, and update participant data and results in electronic records.
• Follow standard operating procedures for clinical and non-clinical procedures and maintain participant privacy and confidentiality.
• Determine equipment and supply needs for research protocols and maintain clean exam and data collection rooms.
• Keep clinical supplies stocked and maintain medical supplies and equipment, including monitoring expiration dates and storage requirements and ordering or replenishing supplies as needed.
• Ensure point-of-care testing complies with CLIA Waiver Certificate requirements and maintain required documentation.
• Support data entry and verification in electronic data capture systems and research databases, such as REDCap.
• Review vital signs, clinical findings, and adverse events; promptly report abnormal findings and escalate non-routine issues to the MHAC Clinical Manager.
• Work with the MHAC Clinical Manager to identify abnormal participant results and arrange appropriate follow-up when necessary.
• Maintain required certifications and training, including applicable CITI training, CPR, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens training.
• Ensure activities comply with Texas A&M University System, state, and federal rules and regulations, and assist with corrective actions related to clinical quality or research compliance.
• Provide clinical guidance to Medical Assistants on specimen collection, infection control, participant safety, and clinic or research workflows.
• Support Medical Assistants during research visits and serve as the primary licensed clinical resource when the supervising RN or Clinical Manager is unavailable.
• Collaborate with departments across the Texas A&M University System, including IRB and EH&S, to support human research study safety and compliance.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance when applicable.
• Perform other duties and office projects assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, with AgriLife contributing to premiums.
• 12–15 annual paid holidays.
• Up to 8 hours per month of sick leave.
• At least 8 hours per month of vacation.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Employee Wellness Initiative.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training through Aspire, LinkedIn Learning, and internally developed programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED