What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Research Nurse Coord I position at University of Alabama, Birmingham?
UAB Temporary Services is seeking a Part-Time Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator I to support an ongoing clinical research study involving overnight sleep studies. This position plays a key role in ensuring the safety and well-being of research participants while assisting with study procedures in accordance with protocol guidelines.
- Coordinate and assist with overnight sleep studies, including preparing participants for sleep monitoring and ensuring adherence to study protocols.
- Perform clinical assessments, collect vital signs, and monitor participants throughout the study session.
- Administer study-related interventions as required and document all procedures accurately.
- Ensure compliance with research protocols, institutional policies, and regulatory guidelines.
- Assist in data collection, entry, and management to ensure high-quality study documentation.
- Collaborate with the research team, principal investigators, and study staff to maintain study integrity.
- Provide patient education regarding study procedures and address participant concerns.
- Maintain accurate records of study-related activities and assist in preparing reports for investigators.
May need to dispense medicine if necessary.
- Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Must be a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Alabama.
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow clinical research protocols.
- Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
- Comfortable working overnight shifts as required by the study.
- Hours: Part-time, with overnight shifts required based on study needs.
- Environment: Clinical research setting involving direct patient interaction.
- Duration: Temporary position based on the study timeline.
UAB Temporary Services accepts applications from individuals with a wide variety of skills, education, and experiences. Temporary positions may be with the University, UAB Medicine or other UAB affiliates.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. UAB is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 protects individuals from discrimination based on sex in any educational program or activity operated by recipients of federal financial assistance. As required by Title IX, UAB does not discriminate based on sex in its educational programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator is Andrea McDew, 701 20th Street South, Suite 1030, Birmingham, AL 35233, 205-934-5493, amcdew@uab.edu.
