RN Research Nurse Coordinator l (Hybrid) - Neurology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 56,200 - 96,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days vacation

Free Metro transit U-Pass

Competitive health insurance packages

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan contribution

Job summary

The Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a research coordinator for Alzheimer’s disease studies. This role combines patient care with data management, requiring current RN licensure. Successful candidates will support various clinical studies within a multidisciplinary team and ensure adherence to established protocols.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, direct care, and collaboration with the research team. Benefits include health insurance, vacation days, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Certified in Basic Life Support from a recognized provider.
• Current RN licensure in Missouri or Illinois.
• 1 year of clinical research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assessments.
• Work under the principal investigator to meet research objectives.
• Document and collect data according to established protocols.

Skills

Clinical Research Coordination

Effective Written Communication

Patient Recruitment

Statistical Analysis Software (SAS)

Database Management

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Position Summary

Dr. Randall Bateman’s lab investigates the causes, and future diagnosis and treatments of Alzheimer’s disease utilizing a wide variety of assays and techniques from basic applications such as quantitative measurement of stable-isotope labeled peptides to clinical translational studies in diagnostic and therapeutic biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease. We have an ongoing clinical study to collect matched blood and cerebrospinal fluid from patients with memory concerns in the clinic, and will be launching a new study called the Study to Understand Novel Biomarkers in Researching Dementia (SUNBIRD) to validate blood biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease in a large clinic-based cohort. This position is a member of a multidisciplinary research team and performs duties associated with the coordination and implementation of research studies/projects, data collection, and the management of data generated by study protocols. It also involves assessment of research participants and interactions with research participants, family, and caregivers in a research setting. This position interacts with participants who have mild to moderate dementia and healthy control volunteers.

Scheduled Hours

40

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Works under the principal investigator’s guidance to meet the research objectives of the project.
• Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; documents, collects data and assists physicians.
• Works with staff to identify, screen and enroll study subjects; ensures lab and data are obtained according to established protocol.
• Prepares/submits event reports in adherence with study procedures, budget and established guidelines.
• Assists research associates from sponsoring organization, providing study explanations and reports as necessary.
• Collects basic health information as required by protocol.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
• Requires protective devices.
• Patient care setting.
• Direct patient care setting.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.
• Typically standing or walking.
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping.
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less).

Equipment

• Office equipment.
• Clinical/diagnostic equipment.

Education

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications / Professional Licenses

• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
• Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical Research (1 Year)

Skills

• Clinical Research, Clinical Research Coordination, Clinical Research Management, Clinical Research Methods, Clinical Research Operations, Clinical Techniques, Critical Thinking, Database Management, Effective Written Communication, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Interpersonal Relationships, Nursing Fundamentals, Oral Communications, Patient Recruitment, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Analysis Software (SAS), Team Collaboration

Driver’s License

A driver’s license is not required for this position.

Additional Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location.
• Basic Life Support Certification. Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.

Grade

S25

Salary Range

$56,200.00 - $96,100.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.