Job Description

Job Summary

The Clinical Research RN works collaboratively with the Medical Director of the NCRU, NCRU Nurse Manager, Principal Investigators, and research staff to conduct study procedures per protocol. The RN maintains quality of care standards for all procedures performed and for ensures all clinical care meets regulatory standards for the patients participating in clinical trials.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $111.29 - $144.16 (Hourly Rate).

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Required Qualifications

• BSN
• One (1) year of RN experience in neuroscience specialty unit, or one (1) year of RN experience in a clinical research environment
• Demonstrated competence in the following areas: phlebotomy, medication administration, IV insertion, EKG, medication administration (i.e. IV therapy, IM, SQ injections), excellent communication skills, leadership/problem identification/resolution, precise documentation, and teaching of patients, families, staff and colleagues
• Ability to develop therapeutic relationships with patients with behavioral and cognitive disorders and their families
• Demonstrated experience working independently as a nurse and exercising independent clinical judgment
• Ability to escalate significant adverse changes or clinical findings through appropriate chain of command
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Proficient is MS Office, Word, Excel and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent experience in clinical research (i.e. FDA clinical trials experience)
• In-depth knowledge of neurological conditions and an understanding of neurodegenerative conditions (i.e. Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, multiple sclerosis)
• Documented training on Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Knowledge of University guidelines, IRB/CHR requirements

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Department Description

The Neurosciences Clinical Research Unit (NCRU) at Mission Bay is a multi-disciplinary outpatient clinical research unit that provides state of the art research space along with nursing, phlebotomy, and imaging services to support observational and investigational research studies through the Department of Neurology.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

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Hourly pay, Daily paid, Full time, Work experience placement, Worldwide,

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