RN, Hendrick Clinic Bariatric Surgery

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Health seeks a Registered Nurse to perform clinical care for subjects in clinical trials, ensuring accurate care delivery and adherence to study protocols.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Nursing, one year of professional nursing experience, RN licensure, and current CPR certification. Strong clinical judgment and excellent communication are essential.

You will collaborate with trial teams, document care activities, and respond to emergencies with composed professionalism.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations, and practices to give and evaluate patient care.
• Familiarity with state law on nursing care and clinic policies.
• Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation requirements and related laws.
• Ability to read and interpret physicians’ orders and notes from other providers.
• Ability to analyze options and counsel patients and families about choices.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to subjects participating in clinical trials when needed.
• Coordinate nursing care and documentation to ensure protocol compliance.
• Triage and respond to emergencies with appropriate action.
• Maintain quality control standards and patient safety in the trial setting.

Skills

Nursing theory knowledge

Clinical care coordination

Time management

Emergency response

Communication clarity

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for performing care and executing clinical care to subjects participating in clinical trials when needed.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for performing care and executing clinical care to subjects participating in clinical trials when needed.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

• Associates Degree

Minimum Work Experience

• One year professional nursing experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Nurse
• Current CPR certificate

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations, and practices to give and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of nursing processes; health care systems, structure, and functions; and community resources. Understanding of health care technology, equipment, and supplies. Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care.
• Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing, and medical care coordination.
• Skill in initiating appropriate crisis interventions and emergency response.
• Skill in patient triage in person and on the phone.
• Skill in preparing/maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
• Ability to analyze options and then counsel patients and families about choices and make referrals to other providers and resources.
• Ability to engage clients and families in the development and implementation of a care plan.
• Ability to read and interpret physicians’ orders and notes from other providers.
• Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly.