Registered Nurse, Stroke Research, Clinical Neurosciences

at  The University of Calgary

Description
The Department of Clinical Neurosciences in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Registered Nurse. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
The Stroke Research Nurse reports the Business Manager, Stroke Clinical Trials Group (SCTG) and will have accountabilities from other senior team members.
The normal shift is Monday to Friday from 0700-1500 h (variable days). One day per week, the normal shift is 1500-2300 h Work will also include weekend hours (OT). The Stroke Team (stroke neurologist, fellow, nurse practitioner, stroke fellows and stroke research nurse) responds and treats patients in a very critical time window, so the Stroke Research Nurse must be available on very short notice. The Stroke Research Nurse is on call Friday evenings (until 2300 h) and weekends (0700-2300) in rotation, to screen, enroll patients in clinical trials, conduct required follow-up assessments and support other members of the Stroke Team and hospital staff regarding stroke research projects. There may be frequent contact with blood and other body fluids and exposure to air or surface borne diseases. The work environment may involve considerable time spent on a computer, handling heavy or awkward equipment and considerable walking/standing.
Travel (air and ground) may be required to attend Investigator meetings, courses, seminars, scientific meetings and conferences (national and international); a valid passport is required. Travel may also required to see patients (other hospitals/care facilities in Calgary, other locales in Alberta and western Canada).

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Monitor patients closely to assess and evaluate for the development of any adverse events and potentially serious adverse reactions. These include any untoward medical conditions that results in death, is life threatening, requires in-patient hospitalization or prolongation of hospitalization, results in persistent or significant disability/incapacity, is malignant, results in a congenital anomaly/birth defect, results in an overdose, results in drug dependency or drug abuse or is an important medical event in the opinion of the Stroke Research Nurse/Principal Investigator
• Functions as a leader, administrator, manager, coordinator, consultant, educator and researcher in the management of clinical trials
• Provides quality patient care by utilizing the nursing process: assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning implementation and evaluation
• Properly and safely manipulate and handle appropriate equipment needed by the patient in performing medical or diagnostic procedures (i.e. vital signs, medication dispensing and administration)
• Collaboration and consultation with other members of the research and heath care team, and ongoing education of patients, family, and other health professionals is essential
• Functions as a preceptor for new staff members, as required, and provides trial related information to support staff ensuring high quality patient care is delivered by the team of providers
• Supports new colleagues at other Stroke Centers across North America by providing information about local processes and shares research tools developed
• Responsible for and participates in the management of multiple, complex investigational protocols in stroke, TIA and neuro- and endovascular surgery that involve investigational drugs, devices, procedures and diagnostic imaging. Responsibilities include:
• The performance of patient clinical evaluation
• Physician delegated functions
• Data collection, analysis and monitoring
• Management of subjects enrolled in studies
• Recruitment and enrollment of human subjects
• Protection of subjects and subjects’ rights according to the International Conference on Harmonization, Declaration of Helsinki guidelines, the Tricouncil Policy Statement, Health Information Act (HIA) and through Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board (CHREB)
• Responsible for regulatory document completion, preparation of adverse event reports and audit, development and monitoring of case report forms, maintenance of drug records, grant and budget development and accurate maintenance of clinical records at all times. Independently judge whether patients are medically suitable for a clinical trial and anticipating patient needs during the trial

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an approved school of Nursing; Current professional licensure with College & Association of Registered Nurses in Alberta (CARNA)
• Baccalaureate degree in nursing an asset
• CCRP (SoCRA) Certification or CRC (ACRP) certification preferred
• Extensive experience in co-ordination of clinical trials (5+ years)
• Experience in neuroscience nursing preferably in the acute care setting (5+ years)
• Expert knowledge base of stroke and TIA nursing care
• Certification in BLS, IV therapy, phlebotomy
• Extensive knowledge of research methodologies
• Neurological assessment certifications - NIHSS, mRS, BI
• Excellent neurocognitive assessment skills
• Use of standard nursing equipment, thermometer, stethoscope, oxygen saturation, phlebotomy and IV equipment, etc
• Technical dexterity, knowledge and skill working with computer technology (Microsoft Office programs)
• Demonstrated ability to function independently and within a team environment
• Leadership, communication and decision making skills
• Demonstrated strong organizational, time management skill, accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and deal with multiple priorities in an effective, efficient manner
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative when required to promote the long term goal of completing clinical research studies
  Application Deadline: February 17, 2025
  We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
  This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 3.
  For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

• Monitor patients closely to assess and evaluate for the development of any adverse events and potentially serious adverse reactions. These include any untoward medical conditions that results in death, is life threatening, requires in-patient hospitalization or prolongation of hospitalization, results in persistent or significant disability/incapacity, is malignant, results in a congenital anomaly/birth defect, results in an overdose, results in drug dependency or drug abuse or is an important medical event in the opinion of the Stroke Research Nurse/Principal Investigator
• Functions as a leader, administrator, manager, coordinator, consultant, educator and researcher in the management of clinical trials
• Provides quality patient care by utilizing the nursing process: assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning implementation and evaluation
• Properly and safely manipulate and handle appropriate equipment needed by the patient in performing medical or diagnostic procedures (i.e. vital signs, medication dispensing and administration)
• Collaboration and consultation with other members of the research and heath care team, and ongoing education of patients, family, and other health professionals is essential
• Functions as a preceptor for new staff members, as required, and provides trial related information to support staff ensuring high quality patient care is delivered by the team of providers
• Supports new colleagues at other Stroke Centers across North America by providing information about local processes and shares research tools developed
• Responsible for and participates in the management of multiple, complex investigational protocols in stroke, TIA and neuro- and endovascular surgery that involve investigational drugs, devices, procedures and diagnostic imaging. Responsibilities include:
• The performance of patient clinical evaluation
• Physician delegated functions
• Data collection, analysis and monitoring
• Management of subjects enrolled in studies
• Recruitment and enrollment of human subjects
• Protection of subjects and subjects’ rights according to the International Conference on Harmonization, Declaration of Helsinki guidelines, the Tricouncil Policy Statement, Health Information Act (HIA) and through Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board (CHREB)
• Responsible for regulatory document completion, preparation of adverse event reports and audit, development and monitoring of case report forms, maintenance of drug records, grant and budget development and accurate maintenance of clinical records at all times. Independently judge whether patients are medically suitable for a clinical trial and anticipating patient needs during the tria