Registered Nurse Clinical Research

CTSI

Full Time

88465BR

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Services (CRS) of the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) integrates clinical sites across San Francisco and Oakland to support research investigators. CRS offers services like Nursing, Sample Processing, and Body Composition and Exercise Labs. It is the largest NIH-funded program in CTSI.

The Nurse assesses patient needs, implements research protocols, and evaluates outcomes. Responsibilities include facilitating medical research, data/specimen collection, and protocol implementation. This position requires professional nursing knowledge, leadership skills, and effective communication with the healthcare team. The Nurse reports to the Assoc. Nursing Director or Charge Nurse and collaborates with interdisciplinary services.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $93.47 - $121.11 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Clinical Research Services (CRS) department of the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) integrates multiple clinical sites across San Francisco, including Parnassus, Mission Bay, ZSFGH, and the SFVA. CRS provides a wide array of nursing and phlebotomy services to clinical research investigators in accordance with study protocols. CRS is the largest NIH funded program in the Clinical and Translational Science Institute.

Required Qualifications

• BSN
• Six (6) months of clinical RN experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Good Clinical Practice.
• Skills and experience necessary to successfully complete blood draws as well as start IV lines.
• Attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills; excellent, effective verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with subjects, team members, other departments and outside institutions; and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while working with a diverse subject population.
• Ability to work well independently, complete projects in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects to ensure the completion of essential tasks by deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with patients, co-workers, & physicians.
• Strict adherence to protocols and safety guidelines.
• Ability to use an electronic medical record system

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of recent acute care hospital experience.
• Prior clinical research experience.
• Prior experience using electronic medical record system (i.e., Epic).
• Prior experience administering moderate sedation.
• Experience with chemotherapy.

License/Certification

• Current CA Registered Nurse License.
• AHA BLS certification.
• AHA ACLS certification.
• ONS Certification for Chemotherapy or Biotherapy or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009139 CLIN NURSE 2

Job Category

Nursing - Clinical Research

Bargaining Unit

California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday -Friday. 8am - 5pm.