Nurse Research 1 (Contractual)

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), School of Medicine - General Clinical Research Center (GCRC) is currently recruiting for a Nurse Research I, MRI. Several active research studies require overnight and weekend coverage.

Schedule: This position requires up to 16 overnight shifts per month, including some weekend coverage, with flexible scheduling for remaining work hours. This position is ideal for nurses seeking a combination of consistent nightshift work and schedule flexibility within a clinical research environment. Experience caring for patients with substance use disorder is strongly preferred. Evening/Night /Weekend (mostly ~50% month).

Under the supervision of the GCRC Nurse Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the safe delivery of nursing care for both adult and pediatric research participants. Responsibilities include data and biologic specimen collection in the GCRC and other clinical areas as required for the implementation of GCRC-approved protocols. The selected candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide age- and developmentally appropriate care. The position requires adherence to NCRR, University, IRB, hospital, and unit policies, nursing procedures, standards, and practices. Overtime, weekend, on-call, and shift work may be required.

THIS IS A FULL-TIME, CONTRACTUAL POSITION

BENEFITS: CONTINGENT CATEGORY II

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

• Participates in the planning and implementation of clinical protocols in accordance with the research protocol.
• Assists with or establishes data collection systems and performs data collection according to the research protocol.
• Collects, processes, and provides for storage and/or delivery of biologic specimens.
• Carries out research and participant care procedures according to the research protocol and institutional policies, procedures, and standards. Assesses participant’s opioid withdrawal using COWs, SOWs, and pupillometry.
• Performs phlebotomy, initiation of intravenous infusions, monitoring of vital signs, administration of research and other medications, including chemotherapy, and other specialized procedures (i.e., biopsies) as required by the research protocol.
• Documents data collection and participant care according to established standards.
• Monitors and records participant response to treatment and communicates study data and results to investigators and other members of the research team; maintains source documentation.
• Performs inpatient care for GCRC research subjects as assigned on evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Point of Care and Quality Control.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: N/A

EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of experience as a Registered Nurse. Experience caring for patients with substance use disorder strongly preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Currently licensed with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Registered Nurse under Maryland State Law.

OTHER: May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials and/or ionizing radiation

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of the Maryland Nurse Practice Act for Registered Nurses. Thorough knowledge of the principles of aseptic technique and infection control including blood and body fluid precautions. Ability to perform extensive standing and walking. Thorough knowledge, skill, and ability to perform various medical and nursing procedures and to operate medical equipment. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to gather and interpret quantitative and qualitative data. Ability to operate computers and other office equipment. Skill and ability to interact with the public, health care providers, agencies, and facilities. Thorough knowledge of and compliance with confidentiality of records and communications regarding clients.

OTHER

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examination to determine the ability to perform the job. Employees in this job class will be required to comply with the Maryland Nurse Practice Act for Registered Nurses. Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Overtime, weekend, on-call and shift work may be required in some positions.

Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are not eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).