Research Nurse

Pediatrix•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Research Nurse supports the research agenda of the Neonatology Division at Ascension Seton Medical Center and Dell Children’s Medical Center Austin, taking a lead role in conducting a randomized controlled trial of a novel therapy for apnea of prematurity. The role focuses on patient screening and enrollment, research record keeping, and timely, accurate completion of case report forms. The Research Nurse also serves as a resource for other research activities across the team and helps bridge clinical and research teams in the NICU. Opportunities include gaining experience with IRB approvals, funding applications, and research data collection and processing.

Requirements

Three years of experience as a neonatal Registered Nurse (RN).
Prior involvement in neonatal/maternal research studies.

Responsibilities

Lead local conduct of a randomized controlled trial of the Prapela mattress, a novel therapeutic option for apnea of prematurity.
Act as a resource for physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other staff conducting the research project.
Interface with the local Institutional Research Board (IRB).
Screen and enroll patients in this and other research studies.
Maintain subject records in research databases.
Collate data and produce reports on recruitment in clinical research studies.
Provide updates on the research project during unit meetings.
Participate in regular meetings relating to other NICU research.
Review and report adverse events for ongoing projects.
Participate in Quality Improvement Projects as appropriate.
Collate and analyze research data.
Prepare research data for presentation and publication.
Attend study days and conferences relevant to the unit’s research.