Clinical Research Core Nurse

Position Title

Licensed Practical Nurse - Advanced

KANNAPOLIS, NC

The Clinical Research Core (CRC) provides human nutrition research investigators with multidisciplinary services and equipment in one location complete with examination rooms and equipment, pharmacy, phlebotomy laboratory, specimen laboratory, and furnished consultation rooms. This centralized facility provides investigators with a coordinated, quality-controlled, and quality-assured facility for the procurement, processing, storage, analysis and distribution of biologic specimens for basic, translational, and clinical research studies.

Additionally, the CRC offers a metabolic kitchen specifically designed to support nutrition research as well as state-of-the-art resources for investigators through human metabolism and body composition assessments, clinical laboratory services, and preparation and delivery of precisely designed meals for study participants. Working under the general supervision of the CRC Manager, the CRC Nurse plays a critical role in supporting the research operation of the CRC and any clinical studies that utilize the services provided by the core.

This position performs specialized medical procedures including IV management; operates specialized research equipment such as metabolic cart systems, Fibroscan devices, DXA systems, and Tanita body composition scales; and ensures accurate data collection and specimen processing. This position is expected to use considerable judgement and anticipate participant needs, especially when performing specialized procedures. This position is also responsible for the procurement, preparation, and distribution of biospecimens (blood, urine, saliva, and other specimens) following policies and procedures for collection, storage, processing, distribution, and quality control as set up by the CRC.

Communication with principal investigators is also needed to ensure that biospecimens are collected according to specific criteria of a research study. The CRC Nurse communicates with study participants for purposes of recruitment, retention, and scheduling. This role also involves collecting study measurements and providing instructions to study participants. This position assists with other study activities to ensure the successful completion of the study aims.

Specific duties will vary depending on the needs of the study and may be subject to change over the course of the study. Our goal is to work together as a cohesive team to achieve research aims. Additional benefits associated with this position include the opportunity to join a research team that highly values professional development. We will work with the selected candidate to help build the skills and experiences desired to further their individual career goals.

Due to the requirements of this position, we anticipate work will be completed on site in Kannapolis, NC.

Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of North Carolina.

• Experience with and comfortable in placing, assessing, and managing IVs. If there is no IV experience, we are willing to train individuals with excellent phlebotomy skills.
• Flexible scheduling with potential for early morning, evening, and some Saturday hours (weekends occasionally) to be shared across team members.
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly adjust priorities in a high-paced environment while maintaining participant safety, confidentiality, and data quality.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and within a team to achieve research aims.
• Good written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with individuals of diverse backgrounds.

• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of times.
• Able to move up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Exposure to blood borne pathogens.

• Evening work occasionally.
• Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Laboratory.
• Patient care involved.
• Weekend work occasionally.