Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
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Nurse Clinician

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Nurse Clinician Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Nursing Department NJMS-Medicine-Infectious Disease Overview New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Nurse Clinician for NJMS- Infectious Diseases. The Nurse Clinician (NC) is responsible for the implementation of clinical trials under the direction of the CRS Site Leader at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS) Clinical Research Center (CRC). The NC will assume responsibility for assuring that clinical trials are conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practice guidelines and other applicable standard operating procedures and guidelines. The NC will utilize the nursing process in their approach to clinical research as well as engage in ongoing process improvement activities. Among the key duties of this position are the following: * Reviews, plans and coordinates the initiation of research study protocol(s), and the establishment/adherence of operating policies and proceduresrelated to research study protocols, research networks or research team. * Minimizes losses to follow-up. * Becomes thoroughly familiar and fluent with assigned protocols and will proactively provide education to clinicians and relevant team members on protocol requirements as appropriate. * Engages in ongoing performance improvement activities to enhance the quality and effectiveness of the clinical and professional nursing practice and that of the Rutgers NJMS CRC. 4 * Develops study tools including but not limited to eligibility checklists, calendars, and flow sheets as required. * Assesses, compiles and confirms eligibility documentation and participation status of prospective participants and arranges baseline and follow-up appointments with potential and enrolled participants. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Grade 01H Position Salary 42.39/hour Annual Minimum Salary 88171.200 Annual Mid Range Salary 111259.200 Annual Maximum Salary 136406.400 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description HPAE, Local 5089 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience * Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New Jersey. * Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) at least one (1) year of experience required. * 3-5 years of experience as a nurse preferred. Certifications/Licenses * Credential Required: Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New Jersey Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Demonstrated experience or knowledge working in diverse communities of color and/or LGBTQ communities. * Excellent organizational and communication skills required. * Demonstrated computer skills with Microsoft Office applications. * Strong analytical skills and the ability to think creatively with excellent leadership skills. * Excellent phlebotomy and physical assessment skills needed. Preferred Qualifications * Bilingual * Flexible work schedule * Experience with NIH funded clinical trials * Association of Clinical Research Profession (ACRP), SOCRA or other research certification * Prior research nursing or other research experience also preferred. Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Position requires standing less than 1/3 of the time, walking about 1/3 of the time, and sitting up to 2/3 of the time. Requires use of hands to finger, handle or feel to 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms under 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl under 1/3 of the time; talk or hear over 2/3 of the time. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Moderate noise. Exposure to blood-borne and other pathogens that requires use of personal protective equipment. Occasional travel to attend sponsor study training meetings (required) Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 24ST1047 Posting Open Date 05/01/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Do you have a current New Jersey State license as a Registered Professional Nurse? * Yes * No Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume/CV * Certifications/Licenses Optional Documents * Cover Letter/Letter of Application