Research Study Coordinator-Nursing Family & Community Health

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) School of Nursing department of Family and Community Health is seeking two full-time, contractual Research Study Coordinators. The Research Study Coordinators will help support a worksite health promotion program that aims to reduce stress and cardiovascular disease risk factors among long-term care staff while also improving resident outcomes. This position will recruit and consent participants; track participants and document study progress and activities; collect survey data and health assessments (weight, body fat and muscle mass analysis, blood pressure, physical activity, memory, physical function, etc.); and coordinate study activities such as staff training, assessment timing, participant incentives, data and chart audits, etc. This is an in-person position which requires travel to research sites and locations will not be located on a bus route.

• Assists in identifying and recruiting volunteers to participate in research studies.
• Explains study objectives, risks, and benefits with potential volunteers to assist them in making decision regarding their participation.
• Elicits a complete medical history and conducts physical assessments such as taking vital signs.
• Implements research protocol.
• Observes physical and emotional reactions to treatments. Reports irregularities and adverse effects to appropriate medical personnel.
• Obtains, processes, and transports data to appropriate facilities according to established technique.
• Completes case report forms and other records documenting activities such as treatments and medications received.
• Facilitates research study process by scheduling and following appointments; overseeing participant’s study flow; preparing participants for study procedures; preparing research sites; and maintaining research supplies.
• Assists with planning, organizing, and implementing community special events and informational materials to educate and encourage participation in research study.

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required; prefer Bachelor’s degree

Experience: Four years directly related experience in a medical/ research setting required. Prefer prior experience conducting assessments (e.g. blood pressure)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
General knowledge of patient care, treatment, planning, and assessment. General knowledge of the principles of aseptic technique and infection control including blood and body fluid precautions. Ability to perform extensive standing and walking. General knowledge of skill and ability to perform various medical and nursing procedures and to operate medical equipment. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to operate computers and other office equipment. General knowledge of and compliance with confidentiality of records and communications regarding clients. Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

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 in this job class may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examination to determine the ability to perform the job. 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. Some positions may require current Practical Nurse licensure and compliance with the Maryland Nurse Practice Act for Licensed Practical Nurses.