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Job Summary

The Research Nurse is responsible for mentoring, leading, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating nursing and interdisciplinary research, quality improvement (QI) and evidence based practice (EBP) projects. Attends monthly Professional Nursing Governance Research and EBP Subcouncil meetings. Works collaboratively with the library and research administration resources at NGHS. Supports and guides nurses in publication of articles, studies and projects. Assist with abstracts, posters and presentations. Teaches classes related to the research, QI and EBP Process.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications: Current GA RN License. Current CITI training

• Educational Requirements: Master of Science in Nursing and PhD

• Minimum Experience: Has been a PI or Co-PI on at least one research study. Experience with implementing EBP, QI and research studies. Has published at least one article in a peer reviewed journal. Expertise in using PowerPoint, Excel, Word, SPSS and Envivo.

• Other:

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Preferred Licensure or other certifications:

• Preferred Educational Requirements:

• Preferred Experience:

• Other:

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of Research, Quality Improvement and Evidence Based Practice Process.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Advanced Computer Skills, including proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word, and competency with databases.

• Proficient in use of SPSS, Envivo, Survey Monkey, and other similar platforms

• Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel

• Remains current in knowledge and skills in research, QI and EBP.

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

• Mentors nursing staff and students in Research, QI and EBP projects.

• Collects study data, assists in developing data collection tools, study materials, communication and performs departmental in-services

• Performs related responsibilities as required

• Consults with the Executive Director Nursing Excellence & Research and Research Administration staff regarding the study implementation and IRB application process

• Study/Project Initiation:

• Plan, organize, implement studies and projects to effectively meet goals and ensure timely completion.

• Manage and communicate effectively with Executive Director Nursing Excellence & Research regarding proposed projects for feasibility, including, analyzing scope of work, cost and responding to inquiries and/or complaints

• Reviews protocols for potential operational issues and makes recommendations, as needed

• Creates informed consents

• Submits protocol, informed consents and necessary documents to Institutional Review Board (IRB) for approvals; communicate with IRB on a regular schedule if applicable

• Communicates with Executive Director Nursing Excellence & Research regarding study initiation needs.

• Develop study specific materials, e.g., tracking logs, templates, monitoring tools, source documents, study binders, process manuals.

• Prepare study reports, e.g., modification, amendments, Investigational New Drug (IND) reports, etc.

• Perform yearly review of studies, completing yearly documents required by sponsor, IRB and FDA.

• Work with the key functional departments to coordinate the project-related activities to meet project goals and milestones, based on the study design.

• Ensure the statistical analysis plan is complete, if applicable.

• Ensure information is available for final study report completion.

• Communicate with Research Manager regarding resource needs and issues, e.g., supplies, equipment, etc.

• Study Completion:

• Complete study close out procedures.

• Submit closeout documents to sponsor and IRB.

• Compose year end status report for Research Manager and research staff.

• Return study product, if applicable.

• Submit yearly post study documents, as required.

• Ensure study material are stored and maintained for appropriate time line.

• Administration:

• Demonstrate ability to prioritize multiple projects.

• Proven ability to independently resolve problems.

• Requires strong attention to detail in composing and proofing materials, establishing priorities, scheduling and meeting deadlines.

• Work in a fast paced environment with demonstrated ability to perform multiple competing tasks and demands.

• Work independently, take initiative and complete tasks to deadlines.

• Participate in the training of other research staff as assigned.

• Track project milestones and report progress and issues to Executive Director Nursing Excellence and Research

• Creates and promotes positive team morale.

• Identify skill deficiencies, and appropriate training work experience to eliminate a skill gap

• Attend related courses, seminars, and meetings.

• Ensure that skills are continually sharpened and that learning and competency building are focused on routinely.

• Read professional journals and publications to stay abreast of regulations and study management and to learn scientific area.

• Obtain information from the field on relevant new scientific developments that identifies needs for staff training, if applicable.

• Serve as a department resource for general study related issues.

• Create and/or deliver project specific training to ensure adequate training specific to project requirement, e.g., project overview, study protocol information.

• Assist in providing/obtaining training that is role specific, e.g., monitoring GCP, ICH, SOPs and FDA.

• Participate in company-required training programs.

• Maintain time and attendance records.

• Performs other related job duties or functions as requested or assigned.

Physical Demands

• Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Vision: Moderate, Constantly 66-100% of time

• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Standing/Walking: Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30% of time

• Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving

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Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.