Research Nurse

JOB SUMMARY

The Research Nurse is responsible for performing care and executing clinical care to subjects participating in clinical trials when needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

Minimum Work Experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• RN or BSN, licensed in the state of Texas

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical practices, terminology, and reimbursement policies.
• Thorough knowledge of nurse educator/advocacy tactics.
• Knowledge in overcoming barriers from diagnosis to treatment including: financial/economic, language/culture, transportation issues.
• Knowledge in microbiology and infectious disease.
• Skill in planning, organizing, delegating, and supervising.
• Skill in evaluating the effectiveness of existing methods and procedures.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Skill in speaking engagements and other activities that raise awareness to diseases and disease processes.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply policies and procedures.
• Ability to set priorities among multiple requests.
• Ability to interact with patients, medical and administrative staff, and the public effectively.

Designated Driver

• No

OSHA Category

• 1 - High Risk