The position is located in Kannapolis, NC, approximately 2 hours from UNC’s main campus.
Position Summary
Working under the general supervision of the Clinical Research Core Manager, the Clinical Nurse will manage repeated blood collection via IV catheter for timed meal tests. A total of nine (9) timed draws will be completed per participant over an approximately 4.5 hour period. The position may also assist with assessing potential study-related medical events while on site (i.e. advising on blood glucose or blood pressure per study protocol).
This is a 3-month temporary position with the possibility of extension, dependent upon funding.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of North Carolina.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Experience with and comfortable in placing, assessing, and managing IVs for purposes of repeated blood collection. If no IVs experience, we are willing to train individuals with excellent phlebotomy skills
- Ability to work independently, possibly as the only licensed staff onsite during study visits (additional study staff and management available to support non-medical activities)
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Coursework in Nursing or related field
- Bilingual (Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
- CITIÂ certification or willingness to complete training upon hire
To learn more and apply, visit: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/311001
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.