Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Research / Clinical Research - $28-40 per hour

Company: University of Miami
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Research / Clinical Research for a nursing job in Miami, Florida.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Research / Clinical Research
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• 24 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: PermanentThe Department of Pediatrics- Hematology is seeking a PT Registered Nurse, Research to screen newborns that have been referred by the State of Florida for Sickle Cell Disease.The Registered Nurse, Research evaluates, plans, implements, and documents scientific research utilizing human subjects and is responsible for participant recruitment, counseling, and ethical oversight. Moreover, the incumbent will be involved in screening newborns that have been referred by the State of Florida, receives screening results, arranges contact with the family, arranges confirmatory testing, and assures appropriate medical follow-up and education regarding the disease and the genetics of the disease.Confirms valid signed and dated informed consents for each research participant or their representative prior to beginning the study.Obtains and reviews medical history of study participants for clinical studies.Collects and handles specimens as required by individual study protocols.Collects data, prepares, and submits NBS reports to the State of Florida, CMS and NHLBI Comparative Study of Haitian and Miami Cohorts of Haitian American and Haitian Immigrant Children with Sickle Cell Disease monthly. Reports pertinent clinical findings and results to appropriate managing staff.Ensures compliance with institutional and government guidelines, regulations, and requirements.Maintains inventory of supplies and ensures orders are placed as needed.Collects clinical data related to the research studies, records in study databases and transmits the data as required.Maintains logs and tracks patients enrolled in the project.Liaise with the clinical staff of the Pediatric Hematology Oncology Division. This includes participation and scheduling of informative sessions for in-servicing and training purposes.Maintain contact with parents or legal guardians of patients. This will include use of questionnaires during in person or phone interviews.Assist the principal investigator and study coordinator in conducting different research activities.Establishes/maintains contact with health care providers, community agencies and study sponsors.Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in nursing required.Registered Nurse License Required.BLS Certification Required from American Heart Association only.Bilingual English/Creole or FrenchMinimum 1 year of relevant experienceClinical expertise as a Newborn Screening Registered Nurse.Computer skills related to data entry.Research experience and/or certifications.Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.#LI-AS1The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.University of Miami Job ID #R100065665.About University of MiamiThe University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.Benefits
  • Holiday Pay
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1
  • Continuing Education

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