Research Nurse

Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.

A full-time nurse is required for on-site support of company staff. Must be a registered nurse from an accredited school of nursing and retain the accreditation throughout employment. Required to provide first aid for any minor injury cases and escalate if the case is too serious to handle on-site. Counsel and assist the patient family as well as patient to create a safe and therapeutic environment. Work with a recovery-focused attitude. Assist patients to understand their treatment plans and follow up when needed to check if they are following the plan. Provide administrative support to the medical doctors and consultants related to patient care. Provide help support and ensure that all sanitary guidelines are met to provide a clean and sanitary environment on the entire premises.

Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. May help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management.

Use specialized technology to collect biological samples, perform laboratory tests, and analyze results to detect absence or presence of specific biological and biochemical matter. Usually involves generation of scientific reports, coordination with other healthcare professionals, and equipment maintenance.

Assist faculty or other instructional staff in postsecondary institutions by performing instructional support activities, such as developing teaching materials, leading discussion groups, preparing and giving examinations, and grading examinations or papers.

Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and provide information to patients about medications and their use. May advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.

Responsible for coordination/management of patient’s care and evaluating services needed for patients. Manages patient case files, collaborates with medical service providers, and interacts with families to help with complex medical decisions.

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.