Temporary Part-Time Research Nurse

Job description

About the Opportunity The Department of Public Health and Health Sciences is seeking Temporary Part-Time Research Nurses to join a research team conducting studies on risk factors for alcohol misuse in young adults. Key Responsibilities: Screening Appointments: Conducting medical history interviews Performing ECGs and phlebotomy/blood sample collection Evaluating vital signs including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, respirations, height, weight, and BMI Determining study eligibility: IV Administration Sessions: Preparing IV lines and pumps Preparing participants and connecting them to the IV Monitoring IV pump functioning and assisting with any errors Attending to participant well-being during and after the infusion process Study tasks involve IV administration of both ethanol and saline. Qualifications: Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) Experience with phlebotomy required: Experience working with IVs required: Schedule & Commitment: Week-to-week per diem hours available for nurses who work full-time elsewhere Set schedule of up to 20 hours per week available to accommodate parent schedules, semi-retirement, etc. Position may be renewed beyond 6 months pending availability of gra...