Research Nurse

Pediatrix & Obstetrix; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking a Neonatal Research RN to lead and coordinate randomized controlled trials in the NICU setting. The role includes patient enrollment, data collection, and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and research staff across affiliated centers in Austin.

This position requires prior neonatal research experience and a minimum of three years as an RN. Comprehensive benefits are provided within a team focused on neonatal care and research excellence.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a neonatal RN.
• Prior involvement in neonatal/maternal research studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead local conduct of randomized controlled trial of the Prapela mattress.
• Interface with the local IRB.
• Screen and enroll patients in research studies.
• Maintain subject records in research databases.
• Collate data and produce reports on recruitment in clinical research studies.
• Prepare research data for presentation and publication.

Skills

Neonatal nursing

Clinical research coordination

IRB liaison

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

Research databases

CRF completion tools

Job description

We invite you to grow with us and help shape the future of newborn care.

Support the research agenda of the Neonatology Division at Ascension Seton Medical Center and Dell Children’s Medical Center Austin by taking on a lead role in conducting a randomized controlled trial a novel mode of therapy for apnea of prematurity. Key responsibilities will include driving patient enrollment, record keeping and timely and accurate completion of case report forms for the research projects.

Act as a resource for other research activities within the team, with opportunities to gain experience with IRB approvals, bridging gaps between clinical and research teams in the NICU, submitting funding applications local and national sources, data collection and processing.

• Lead local conduct of randomized controlled trial of the Prapela mattress, a novel therapeutic option for apnea of prematurity
• Act as a resource for physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and other staff in conducting the research project
• Interface with the local Institutional Research Board (IRB)
• Screen and enroll patients in this and other research studies
• Maintaining subject records in research databases
• Collate data and produce reports on recruitment in clinical research studies
• Provide updates on the research project during unit meetings
• Participate in regular meetings relating to other NICU research
• Review and report adverse events for ongoing projects
• Participate in Quality Improvement Projects as appropriate
• Collate and analyze research data
• Prepare research data for presentation and publication
• To attend study days and conferences that are relevant to the unit’s research

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years of experience as a neonatal Registered Nurse (RN).

Required Experience:

• Prior involvement in neonatal/maternal research studies

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that’s not only our motto at work each day; it’s also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions.Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families.

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.