Job Description

Would you like to fill an important role on a CDC research study to see how well the flu vaccine works? This position lasts about 4-6 months during flu season and enrolls patients being seen at Urgent Care with a respiratory illness. The Research Nurse will review EPIC schedules, screen, consent, administer a questionnaire and collect nose and throat swabs from participants, and a blood draw on a subset of participants.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated and enjoys a dynamic environment. Requires extreme attention to detail and ability to work well independently and as a part of a team. Experience recruiting participants in a clinical setting is a plus. We welcome applicants reflecting the broad diversity and lived experiences in our communities. This position is Monday and Tuesday in OLYMPIA - 10 hr shifts

Job Summary:

Utilizes professional clinical skills, education and/or experience in project planning and implementation of data collection for complex clinical/health research trials. Utilizes professional clinical skills/training for independent decision making for data collection/trial intervention(s)/evaluation. The scope of responsibility for a Research Interventionist is greater than that for a Clinical Research Specialist due to any combination of the following: greater level of independent safety or clinical decision making required; greater level of specialized clinical knowledge required; substantial contribution to areas such as project intervention materials, plans, study design and research papers; and comprehensive consultation role on policies and methodology.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs clinical evaluation/intervention/measurements requiring professional clinical knowledge/education/training. Utilizes clinical knowledge and skills to evaluate participant responses and make subsequent decisions around patient safety and participation issues.

• Provides professional expertise in day-to-day coordination of research activities. Develops project intervention plans and tools, data collection instruments, manual of operations, trains new employees, prepares reports, etc. Plans, implements and monitors participant safety and data quality control measures.

• Evaluates responses of participants and makes independent clinical judgments regarding responses to clinical intervention.

• Participates as part of the research project team, attends project meetings, and identifies problems and proposes solutions.

• May perform medical record review requiring professional clinical background/education/ experience for correct interpretation and data collection.

• May perform telephone interviews, in-person interviews or physical assessments requiring professional clinical background/education.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of experience performing professional functions required by the project.

Education

• Certifications, licenses, or degrees as determined by the needs of the research projects, such as, registered nurse, nurse practitioner, certified mental health therapist/specialist, MSW, pharmacist, physical therapist, certified health education specialist, clinical psychologist, acupuncturist.

License, Certification, Registration

• N/A

Additional Requirements:

• As applicable to research project and field of study by date of hire/transfer.

• Experience with individual and/or group counseling and/or facilitation, and related research experience.

• Knowledge of research data collection requirements and specialized clinical intervention/measurement/assessment skills as required by the projects.

• A thorough understanding of regulatory policies governing industry practices, HIPAA requirements for clinical research, and knowledgeable about patient safety and quality control requirements.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills and interpersonal skills.

• Continual updating of skills and knowledge related to research.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree or PhD in health-related field.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Research Nurse Interventionist- Part-time (20 hrs) OLYMPIA

LOCATION: Olympia, Washington

REQNUMBER: 1367931

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.

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