Job Information
Mayo Clinic Part Time RN Clinical Research/Study Coordinator BSN - Endocrine Research in Rochester, Minnesota
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.
Responsibilities
Dr. Lanza’s research program in Endocrinology, Nutrition, and Metabolism is focused on understanding the benefits of exercise in older adults and people with obesity. Ongoing projects are focused on how adipose tissue communicates with muscle tissue. Intensive studies are performed in the CRTU where muscle and fat biopsies are collected before and after exercise. The position would involve learning these procedures, sterile compounding of study drugs, and coordination of complex study days.
The RN Study Coordinator (RN) is accountable for the coordination and delivery of nursing care, including direct patient care, research participant/family education in clinical and research settings. The RN is responsible for managing and/or participating in all phases of the research process. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the research participant and family, as appropriate. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Standards of Care and Professional Performance provide a basis for practice. The RN understands and advocates for human subject rights.
Work is primarily self-directed with guidance from the staff physicians and/or principal investigators. The RN participates in designing, organizing, and monitoring protocols; assists with grant applications, abstracts, posters, and manuscripts; and plans for and participates in staff education in areas where protocols will be carried out.
The RN assesses research participants, investigates abnormal patterns of adverse events and laboratory results, and reports appropriately. The RN interacts with other departments to develop systems/procedures for coordinating phases of study protocols that comply with regulatory laws and institutional guidelines for study data collection, storage, retrieval, and participant medical tests and procedures.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited bachelor’s degree Nursing program.
A bachelor’s degree in nursing with extensive knowledge of research study design, development, and disease process is preferred. Certification from an appropriate accredited certifying body (e.g. ACRP or SOCRA) is strongly preferred. Minimum of two years previous RN experience in ambulatory and/or acute care settings preferred. Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication as well as interpersonal skills. Must be able to use critical thinking skills. Must be able to acquire knowledge and proficiency in data management, statistical methods, computer-related systems and hardware, and software configurations are preferred at onset, but must be acquired within two years of acceptance. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the clinical and/or research settings.
Current Minnesota RN license, or license deemed acceptable by the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency. Any additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
$33.90 - $50.84 / hour; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Part Time
Hours/Pay Period
40
Schedule Details
M-F normal business hours, occasional off hours due to study team needs
Weekend Schedule
Occasional weekends due to study team needs
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Recruiter
Stephanie Baird
Equal opportunity
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.