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Job Title: LPN - Clinical Research Nurse

Department: Rochester General Hospital Research Institute

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Days

SUMMARY:

You will be a key player in discovery research at the RGH Research Institute. We are starting a clinical trial of a new experimental pneumococcus vaccine that may prevent all 106 strains of pneumococcus from causing infections in children, a study of preventing ear infections in children; and an upcoming study to understand how a pregnant woman and her newborn’s immunity and microbiome can be modified to help the infant respond better to vaccinations, resist infections, and not develop allergies and asthma.

ATTRIBUTES• Passionate about research discovery.• Intellectually curious, enthusiastic learner.• Self-starter, organized and able to multitask.• Experience working with infant and toddler patients and their families• Good language and communication skills.• Familiarity with productivity software such as Microsoft Office or Google Suite.• Internet and email proficiency.• Understanding of computer security and privacy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patient Care & Service - Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; perform various treatment procedures; provide physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervise assigned team members.

• Medication Administration & Reporting - Administer medication and give/receive relevant reports, both written and verbal from/to appropriate staff as per departmental protocols.

• Documentation - Ensure concise, pertinent and complete documentation using computerized medical record process.

• Preparation - Ensure clinical areas are properly supplied and exam rooms are available and stocked.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing or ASN/BSN in Nursing.

• Current licensure in State of New York as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year experience preferred.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$26.00 - $33.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employee and/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.