Clinical Research Nurse Practitioner

Profile

Position Number

588640

Position Type

Staff

Job Status

Full-Time

FLSA Indicator

Exempt

Employee Group

University Employee

Department

Center For Clinical Translational Research (CCTR)

Organizational Overview

At

VCU

, we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery — the hallmarks of the

VCU

experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity,

VCU

is a great place to work. It’s a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive.

VCU

offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.

Position Primary Purpose and General Responsibilities

VCU

has an exciting opportunity for a clinical research nurse practitioner!

The clinical research nurse practitioner provides direct care to potential candidates for and participants in

VCU

Wright Center, Institute for Drug and Alcohol Studies, and Addiction Psychiatry clinical research protocols (in collaboration with treating physicians and/or principal/local investigators) through: performance of complex patient care functions individualized to each patient; recognizing and responding appropriately to deviations from normal; and identifying, interpreting, analyzing and evaluating patients’ condition and making alterations in treatment and diagnostic regimens.

The clinical research nurse practitioner collaborates with providers and research team members to facilitate clinical research nursing and data management components of the clinical trial program. The individual coordinates the evaluation, treatment and follow-up of clinical trial candidates, and participants in both inpatient consultation, emergency room, and ambulatory settings, educating staff at local and partner sites about clinical trials and related patient care. The clinical research nurse practitioner consults with local and collaborating physicians and staff about patient care issues.

Additionally, the clinical research nurse practitioner evaluates, uses and refines systems for data collection and collaborates with research team members to ensure data accuracy and integrity. The individual collaborates closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and clinical research team to ensure that key federal/state/local regulatory requirements are followed; that institutional operational research objectives are met; and that ethical obligations are kept. The clinical research nurse practitioner develops, establishes and maintains productive relationships with

VCU

colleagues, all customers and contacts at affiliate sites to achieve essential research outcomes.

Minimum Hiring Standards

The ideal candidate will meet the following minimum hiring standards:

Holds active Nurse Practitioner licensure in Virginia.

BSN

from an accredited school of nursing, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Comprehensive knowledge of addiction/behavioral medicine care.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Independent decision-making skills.

Venipuncture skills and experience in pharmacotherapy for addictions.

Clinical experience in addictions.

Ability to provide own transportation to meet with patients within

VCU

Health and Wright Center locations.

Ability to attend meetings within the locations and at training locations.

Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at

VCU

Preferred Hiring Standards

The ideal candidate will also meet the following preferred hiring standards:

Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Experience with patients on clinical trials.

Required Licenses/ Certifications

Current Nurse Practitioner licensure in Virginia.

Anticipated Hiring Range

85,000-110,000

Application Process/Additional Information

Campus

MCV Campus

Hours/Week

40

Normal Work Days/Hours

Varies

Job Open Date

11/13/2019

Posting will close on or before

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Category

Is this a restricted position?

Yes

Is this position eligible to participate in alternative work arrangements?

No

Sensitive Position

Yes- A pre-employment fingerprint background check will be required.

Resource Critical

Yes

Quick Link

http://www.vcujobs.com/postings/95302

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Do you have a license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Virginia? Yes

No

Briefly describe your experience working with clinical trials. (Open Ended Question)

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Resume

Human Resources

600 W. Franklin Street

Richmond, VA 23284-2511

Company info

Virginia Commonwealth University
Website : http://www.vcu.edu/