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**Open Date** 10/14/2025

**Requisition Number** PRN16446N

**Job Title** PS Clinical Nurse

**Working Title** PRN Clinical Nurse (clinical research trials)

**Career Progression Track** UGR

Track Level

**FLSA Code** Nonexempt

**Patient Sensitive Job Code?** Yes

**Type** Non Benefited Staff / Student

**Temporary?** No

**Standard Hours per Week** up to 10 hours

**Full Time or Part Time?** Part Time

**Shift** Day

Work Schedule Summary

**Is this a work study job?** No

**VP Area** U of U Health - Academics

**Department** 00196 - Health & Kinesiology

**Location** Campus

**City** Salt Lake City, UT

**Type of Recruitment** External Posting

**Pay Rate Range** $36

**Close Date** 12/14/2025

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Assists in conducting clinical research trials by performing research and clinical duties under the guidance and supervision of Principal Investigator (PI). Provides patient care within the scope of nursing practice and in compliance with guidelines set by governing agencies. Actual skills and responsibilities may vary according to the specific research project. This is a prn position, with shifts scheduled based on upon participant enrollment in clinical trials, participant availability, and scheduling constraints related to study protocol.

This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Responsibilities

Assesses and ensures subject safety during study visits.

Ensures compliance and attention to detail to each study protocol.

Perform clinical tasks such as: vitals, venipuncture, sample processing, Oral Glucose Tolerance Tests, blood glucose monitoring, peripheral IV catheter insertion, management, and removal, etc.

Work with a variety of patient populations such as young healthy individuals, older individuals, individuals with obesity, and metabolic disease.

Proposes and negotiates alternatives for protocol if needed and documents alternatives thoroughly.

Reviews study visit related data to assure compliance with study protocol.

Evaluates adverse events (AE), intervenes when necessary and reports details to PI. Conducts follow-up to determine resolution of AE. Helps reports serious AEs to IRB and sponsor if needed.

May help to mentor and train new and subordinate employees.

May assist in storage and organization of study samples.

May assist in appropriate maintenance and calibration of equipment.

May perform bedside care.

Problem Solving

Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.

Ability to provide care to the population served.

Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.

Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.

Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.

Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.

Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.

Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:

Nearly Continuously: Clinical research environment.

Often: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids), hazards (includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, or exposure to chemicals).

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.

Preferred

Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS ), Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS ), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program ( NRP ) within one year of hire.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

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Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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