Research Nurse I / II Eczema and Food Allergy Study
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Job Info

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Job Description

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:

• Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
• One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
• A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
• One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
• An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)

Cincinnati Children's is seeking a dedicated Research Nurse to join our team for an NIH-funded study on eczema and food allergy, an initiative aimed at advancing our understanding of allergic diseases in children. This study will be conducted over a minimum of six years, offering a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on pediatric healthcare.

Position Overview:

The Research Nurse will be responsible for enrolling pregnant mothers and their babies, along with the infant's biological father, into the study. The nurse will oversee the tracking of participants, ensuring data integrity, and contributing to groundbreaking research that could lead to early identification and prevention of allergic conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruit and enroll study participants, including pregnant mothers, infants, and biological fathers.

Collect biological and environmental samples and administer questionnaires.

Coordinate clinic visits and assessments for children at designated intervals (2 months through 6 years of age).

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary research team to ensure adherence to study protocols.

Maintain detailed records and documentation to ensure compliance with NIH guidelines.

Qualifications:

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.

2 to 3 years of nursing experience, with preference given to candidates with research or pediatric experience.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Ability to engage with families and build rapport to support long-term participation in the study.

About the Study:

This study, sponsored by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), seeks to recruit 2,500 pregnant women across 12 clinical centers nationwide. The goal is to identify risk factors for the development of food allergies, eczema, and other allergic conditions in children. By understanding these connections, researchers hope to improve early intervention and treatment options for affected families.

Why Join Us?

Cincinnati Children's is a leader in pediatric healthcare and research, offering a collaborative and supportive environment where you can make a difference. This role provides an opportunity to work on a high-impact, long-term study that has the potential to shape the future of allergy and eczema prevention.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient/Participant Care- Recognizes and accesses system components and processes within clinical research environment. Focuses on the usual and customary needs of the research participant /patient and family. Anticipates future needs. Bases care on standards and research protocols. Maintains a safe physical environment. Demonstrates awareness of potential adverse events throughout the research study. Works on behalf of research participant and family. Represents research participant when participant cannot represent self. Sees self as key resource to support the family through the research experience.
  
• Assessment- Assess participants, clients and families, whose needs range from uncomplicated to complex and recognize normal parameters, deviations and abnormalities in physical, emotional, developmental and behavioral status based on past nursing experience. Develop a plan of care, and effectively prioritize both expected and unanticipated needs for the participants involvement in the research study and make determination of clinical relevance of study procedures and tests. Involve participant, clients, families, and clinical research and health team members in establishing protocol specific research study implementation and adherence goals. Demonstrate proficiency in the implementation of the technical skills. Demonstrate initiative in remaining current on CCHMC policies, standard operating procedures and good clinical and research practices. Demonstrate critical thinking skills by making appropriate nursing decisions, prioritizing both planned and unplanned events for protocol implementation, and proactively addressing potential and actual problems. Implement age appropriate care, including sensitivity to assent and consent in research participation.
  
• Compliance- Work to understand regulatory requirements and accreditation standards that govern clinical research. Follows standards and guidelines. Advocate for research participant to ensure they get the best for their involvement in the study. Educate participants/families on purpose of the research study, study procedures, potential benefits/risks, and rights of research participants during the screening and enrollment process. Ensure informed consent process is carried out correctly and all patient/participant questions and concerns are addressed prior to signing consent form.
  
• Research- Receptive to the contributions of the interdisciplinary team in research team meetings and discussion regarding research participant/patient issues. Demonstrates openness to coaching and mentoring from others. Competent in performing study procedures, data collection, data analyzing and decision making regarding clinical research care, including initial screening, assessment, diagnosis and modification of care. Intervene for the attainment of research care goals. Ensure proper follow-up of study subjects to ensure compliance, collection of study specimens and schedule of study visits. Evaluate effectiveness of research caregiving and shows ongoing follow through in care delivery. Collaborate effectively with investigators to ensure proper progress and completion of clinical studies. Demonstrate proficiency and compliance with established practices in documentation. Maintain records and files required by regulatory agencies and industrial sponsors for clinical studies. Utilizes internal and external resources as appropriate. Demonstrates awareness of the value and relevance of research and evidence based practice in nursing. Practice can be identified as research based.
  
• Process Improvement- Provides just-in-time feedback and demonstrates interest in evaluating other perspective to peers to ensure clinical research care based on safe and ethical clinical research practice using the nursing process.
  

Participates in shared governance as a member of research nurse forum or by demonstrating awareness and contributing to shared decision making (reading minutes, giving feedback and implementing research nurse forum decisions).

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field OR associate's degree in nursing with commitment to BSN
  
• 2 years nursing experience required
  
• Current Ohio RN license
  

Market Leading Benefits Including*:

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Referral bonus program for current staff!
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQIA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available for some positions

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

Primary Location
Location S

Schedule
Full time

Shift
Day (United States of America)

Department
Asthma Research

Employee Status
Regular

FTE
1

Weekly Hours
40

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.

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