Minimum Qualifications: 
Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse program and licensure/permit as a vocational nurse in the state of Texas.  Research experience preferred. Current BLS required.

Job Summary: 
Provides general nursing and administrative assistance to a research team in all aspects of clinical research/trial operations and ongoing research projects, within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities.

Job Duties:

Completes all required/assigned training in a timely manner Conducts studies as delegated by Principal Investigator and according to the protocol and the guidelines of the FDA and other regulatory agencies. Applies knowledge in contributing to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) activities and/or other regulatory activities. Educates potential volunteers and study participants on the details of studies Screens, enrolls, and evaluates study subjects. Schedules study appointments and procedures as per protocol. Safely and properly administers investigational products research medication and FDA approved medications to research patients, under medical direction. Maintain accurate investigational product accountability logs In accordance with research protocols, assists with or performs the collection, processing, labeling, storage and shipping of specimens.Collection/completion of regulatory documents and maintenance of regulatory binder Completes source documentation and case report forms. Distributes research information to faculty, research staff, principle investigator, and others as requested. Operates and cares for equipment, including tracking and maintaining calibrations Notifies appropriate nursing and medical staff of changes in patient status. Maintains patient's privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. Adheres to required infection control, isolation procedures, and aseptic techniques in the delivery of patient care. Administrative duties including filing, entering and maintaining data, faxes, computer work, and ordering supplies. Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting requests; verifying receipt. Attends meetings, discussions and activities deemed as appropriate. Adheres to internal controls established for department. 

Performs related duties as required. 

 

Salary Range:
Commensurate with experience. $44,880 - $67,320

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Compensation