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Licensed Practical Nurse II- UICOMP Research Services
Chicago, IL
Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse II- UICOMP Research Services
Licensed Practical Nurse II- UICOMP Research Services
Hiring Department: Research Services
Location: Peoria, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1023282
Posting Close Date: 5/17/24
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
The research nurse will apply technical nursing skills and play a critical role in a federally funded study on long COVID. This nurse will consent participants, return results to participants (e.g., labs), perform nursing procedures and conduct other research testing per research protocol. This individual will ensure study compliance with federal regulations. Collaboration with Carle Health Methodist Medical Center, Population Health Sciences in Chicago (UIC), and OSF HealthCare is expected. Conducts study visits with participants utilizing established nursing policies. This can include conducting surveys and performing nursing procedures such as phlebotomy, obtaining biospecimen samples, obtaining informed consent, inserting IVs, and guiding participants to hospital-based procedures. Provides necessary instruction to study participants and other staff such as research coordinators. Communicates with participants including scheduling of/confirmation of appointments, providing medical results to participants and determining next steps for follow-up as applicable, explaining research tests and their function/purpose to participants, and determining the nature of adverse events. Documents research activities including data entry of values obtained during study visits, results of hospital-based tests, communication with participants, and other values relevant to the research team and to the medical record. Participates in meetings with study team locally, regionally, and nationally, including trainings on new procedures or protocol updates, and applies clinical judgment to the implementation of new procedures. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Performs duties listed for the lower level of this series as appropriate.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
- Six months of nursing experience in a health care facility (such as a hospital, nursing home, medical clinic, prison, mental health facility, or closely related facilities).
- Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications
- Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers
- Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training
- Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. As an EOE/AA employer, the University of Illinois encourages applications from individuals regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and Veteran or disability status. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/
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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
0 to 1 year
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