Screening LVN

Requisition Number: 1664

Position Title: Screening Licensed Vocational Nurse

External Description:

SUMMARY: Screening Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) oversees study procedures, performs study procedures, and provides medical coverage as needed while subjects are in-house.  He/she performs technical, laboratory, and administrative tasks following Worldwide Clinical Trials ( Worldwide) procedures and study protocol requirements. The Screening  LVN works under the direct supervision and guidance of the Senior Manager, Medical Group.  He/she will provide direction and indirect supervision for technical and laboratory staff in the absence of a Full-Time Supervisor.


RESPONSIBILITIES:
Tasks may include but are not limited to:
 

• Always represents Worldwide in a professional manner (verbal written and in appearance) when interacting with sponsors, subjects, outside vendors and fellow employees.
• Conducts screening visits for the recruitment of a clinical trial under the supervision of the Screening Manager.
• Reviews study protocol and informed consent form for studies.
• Responsible for reviewing the informed consent form, medical history, inclusion/exclusion and other study documents as required with subjects in order to assess eligibility.
• Performs phlebotomy on subjects as needed.
• Once trained, performs the following procedures per Worldwide guidelines and study protocol requirements:
  • Vital signs,
  • ECGs,
  • Collects lab samples (blood, urine, and other body fluids),
  • Performs vein ratings

• Performs study specific procedures and duties per protocol requirements,
• Assists in training PRN staff and new Full-Time staff
• Performs administrative work as needed
• Ensures that procedures run smoothly and procedure areas are kept clean and uncluttered
• Performs procedures and disposes of contaminated supplies according to OSHA requirements
• Sets-up and breaks-down procedure areas as needed
• Responsible for requesting, scheduling, and attending any training required for this position.
• Be punctual. Must adhere to Worldwide attendance policy and dress code.

 
Perform other duties as assigned.  The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
 
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Customer service skills and be able to perform duties at a fast pace without errors.
• Good documentation and organizational skills and good attention to detail.
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
• Good medical judgment.
• Able to draw blood competently, as observed by, mentors or Training Department staff.
• Some knowledge and skills in performing technical and laboratory procedures; experience performing phlebotomy, vital signs, ECGs and laboratory procedures.
• Medical equipment as indicated by protocol or standing orders for the care of subjects and completion of study requirements.  Office equipment used for communication and general office duties. Laboratory equipment used for the processing of laboratory samples.  Food preparation equipment for the use of reheating meals.

REQUIREMENTS:
Required: Associate Degree in Nursing with current licensure/certifications with at least 2 years of experience.  BLS and ACLS certification. 
 
Preferred: 3-5 years working in a clinical setting utilizing ALS skills. Clinical Research knowledge.  Bachelor’s Degree.
 

City:

State: Texas

Employment Type: Regular

Community / Marketing Title: Screening LVN

Company Profile:

We’re a global, mid-size CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents — because the path to a cure for the world’s most persist diseases is not paved by those who play it safe, but by those who take pioneering, creative approaches, and implement them with quality and excellence. We are experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs, in the best possible way.

Location_formattedLocationLong: San Antonio, Texas US

CountryEEOText_Description: Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law. Worldwide is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day.