PRN/Per-Diem Research Nurse (LVN)

Headlands Research•Escondido, CA

11h•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The AMCR Institute is a cutting-edge research institute specializing in the execution of Phase I-IV diabetes device and biopharmaceutical trials. Eligible subjects are offered the latest treatment options carried out under the strict guidelines from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Research subjects (Volunteers) become the most critical link in a chain of research and testing to develop breakthrough treatments for a broad range of health problems including Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. At all times the safety and confidentiality are guarded with the utmost concern. As a member of AMCR Institute, you will contribute to the development of novel therapies and supportive technology for people with diabetes and be part of the discovery of new treatments. The Clinical Research Nurse (RN) is a licensed clinical professional working with and under the direction of the Principal Investigator, Assistant Director, Lead Research Nurse, and in close conjunction with the Clinical Project Manager on early or late phase clinical trials related to the treatment of diabetes. The Clinical Research Nurse is an integral member of the clinical trial team and assumes responsibility and accountability for the direct research care of a group of research subjects during a designated time frame. The Clinical Research Nurse is responsible for assuring compliance with the Federal and State regulations relating to research and the study protocol requirements.

Requirements

Licensed clinical professional
Works under the direction of the Principal Investigator, Assistant Director, Lead Research Nurse, and Clinical Project Manager
Experience with early or late phase clinical trials related to the treatment of diabetes
Assumes responsibility and accountability for the direct research care of a group of research subjects
Ensures compliance with Federal and State regulations relating to research and study protocol requirements
Proficiency with phlebotomy and IV supplies including infusion pumps
Familiarity with office equipment such as personal computer, printer and copier, telephone, fax
Experience with diabetes-related medical devices (e.g. glucometer, insulin delivery devices, etc.)
Experience working with Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Research Staff, Research Subjects, and Clinical Office and Administrative Staff
Adheres to “Good Documentation Practices”
Documents data following AMCR Institute’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
Recognizes signs and symptoms of Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia, and Ketosis
Understands the science behind the study by having working knowledge of research protocol.
Assists research staff in specimen processing: spinning, pipetting, and analyzing using the YSI glucose instrument.
Follows the “Glycemic Discharge Protocol for AMCR Institute” when discharging research subjects.
Conducts research subject assessments focusing on safety and venous access placement.
Uses aseptic technique for IV placement on adults and pediatric research subjects.
Changes IV bags and adjusts infusion pump flow rates using aseptic technique.
Employs strategies to maintain subject safety, including monitoring heating pad temperature, blood glucose levels, and phlebitis.
Administers research drugs and/or medications as ordered by a clinician.
Assists research staff with blood drawing using a 3-way stopcock method with aseptic technique.
Assists research staff with performing vital signs and EKG tracings.
Provides tools and support to subjects for diabetes management responsibilities.
Provides nursing support to staff regarding diabetes issues.
Organizes and prioritizes workload effectively.
Communicates clearly and effectively with clinicians, nursing and research staff, and research subjects.
Checks in and reports with the Lead Research Coordinator and/or RN at the start and end of each shift.
Provides a complete outgoing report.
Signs, initials, and dates all documents worked on during the shift prior to leaving.

Nice To Haves

LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) qualification mentioned in title, but RN is described in the body.

Responsibilities

Contributes to data collection by adhering to “Good Documentation Practices”
Documents in detail the data obtained following AMCR Institute’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
Competently recognizes signs and symptoms of Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia, and Ketosis and alerts the lead coordinator and clinician.
Working knowledge of research protocol to understand the science behind the study.
Assists research staff in specimen processing: spinning, pipetting, and analyzing using the YSI glucose instrument.
Discharge research subject upon completion of in-clinic visit following the “Glycemic Discharge Protocol for AMCR Institute”.
Conducts a centered research subject assessment focusing on safety and venous access placement.
Using aseptic technique, identifies the largest accessible vein and starts intravenous placement (IV) on adults and pediatric research subjects. Number of IV lines depending on the research design. May place two (2) IV lines on the same arm and/or another line on the opposite arm.
Using aseptic technique, changes IV bags PRN and adjust infusion pumps flow rate.
Employs strategies in maintaining subject’s safety: monitoring heating pad temperature, awareness of blood glucose levels, phlebitis.
Administers research drugs and/or medications as ordered by a clinician.
Using aseptic technique, assists research staff in blood drawing using a 3-way stopcock method.
Assists research staff with performing vital signs and EKG tracings.
Provides the tools and necessary support to subjects in learning their diabetes management responsibilities in accordance with the protocol.
Provides nursing support to staff regarding diabetes issues as needed.
Organizes and prioritizes workload to effectively accomplish goals.
Communicates clearly and effectively with clinicians, nursing and research staff, and research subjects.
Check-in and report with the Lead Research Coordinator and/or RN at the start and end of each shift and provide a complete outgoing report.
Sign / initial / and date all documents that were worked on during shift prior to leaving.