Additional Info

General Position Information


Department Name: Dermatology UNMCWorking Title: Research Nurse Coordinator
Holder Name: FLSA Designation: 
FTE: .5

Position Description Details


Responsibilities and Duties


RESPONSIBILITYTIME SPENT PERCENTAGEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONTASKS
Case Management30X
  1. Performs research procedures associated with clinical research including assessment and evaluation of patient needs. Coordinates patient participation in investigational protocols under the principal investigator’s direction. Facilitates the process of informed consent and enrollment of the patient to the study. (E)
  2. Educates participants about the study including the daily requirements and informs of possible effects and outcomes. (E)
  3. Plans and coordinates the patient evaluation and visits for protocols. Coordinates study patient’s visits, laboratory and clinic appointments to ensure that procedures are performed according to protocol. (E)
  4. Serves as primary contact for assigned research trials. Provides direct care under the principal investigator’s direction for participants in compliance with investigational protocols. (E)
  5. Evaluates progress of each research trial and reports weekly to the Principal Investigator. (E)
Study Coordination30X
  1. Maintains regulatory documents and case report forms accurately in compliance with FDA guidelines. (E)
  2. Interacts with research pharmacists to maintain adequate supplies and records of investigational drugs. (E)
  3. Coordinates the collection, processing and distribution of laboratory samples to labs as designated. (E)
  4. Assists principal investigator with IRB applications, requests for change in protocols, annual reviews and adverse event reporting. (E)
  5. Assures accurate research billing as required by UNMC/ NMC policies, using either hospital information or UNMC billing programs, and auditing those charges as they are logged. (E)
  6. Assists with site qualification visits, site initiation visits and setting up monitor visits. (E)
Data Collection20
  1. Maintains complete and confidential patient files on each participant. (E)
  2. Completes surveys, database information and/or case report forms in a timely manner with high degree of accuracy. (E)
Patient Education10X
  1. Assists in establishing and implementing patient education programs for dermatologic-related medical conditions (E)
  2. Assists in establishing and implementing medication education for patients. (E)
  3. Educate patients of possible side effects, in accordance with specific study protocols. (E)
  4. Instructs patients in basic prevention programs. (E)
Other Duties As Assigned10

Other Duties As Assigned


Zone Definition Factors


Knowledge Skills and Abilities


  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with other team members
  • Solid organizational skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Knowledge of current nursing procedure, techniques, and practices
  • Able to do physical assessment as appropriate.
  • Computer literacy and proficience.
  • Utilization of knowledge and skills related to meeting age-specific needs of patient population served within the scope of the job description. Age specific populations served include Adult (18-65) and Geriatric (65 and older).


Problem Solving - Decision Making


  • Determines patient eligibility and ensures protocol compliance for clinical and translational research studies.

  • Uses clinical judgment to monitor participant safety and respond to adverse events or protocol deviations.

  • Coordinates study logistics, including scheduling, data collection, and documentation accuracy.

  • Serves as liaison between investigators, sponsors, regulatory offices, and clinical staff.

  • Troubleshoots operational issues to maintain study timelines and integrity.

  • Educates participants about study procedures and ensures informed consent is properly obtained.

  • Balances research requirements with patient care priorities in an academic dermatology setting.


Impact


  • Serves as a key link between clinical care, research, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that departmental research aligns with institutional and federal standards.

  • Directly influences the department’s ability to participate in and expand clinical trials, enhancing the institution’s research reputation and patient care offerings.

  • Supports faculty and investigators by facilitating efficient study operations, improving research productivity, and enabling access to innovative dermatologic treatments.

  • Impacts patient outcomes and safety by ensuring ethical conduct, accurate data collection, and adherence to research protocols.

  • Contributes to the broader campus community by promoting collaboration across departments, mentoring students or trainees involved in research, and advancing UNMC’s academic mission through high-quality clinical research.


How quickly is the overall correctness of the work of an incumbent in this position typically determined?:

Determined within a relatively short period of time


Include budget dollars, value of assets, and impact in terms of organizational exposure to risk/liability.

Describe the budgetary accountabilities for this position:

Responsible for assisting in working with PI and Administrator on initial budgets with the CRC.


What impact do the decisions/recommendations made by the position have on the department/campus?:

This person’s decision making and problem solving skills can directly affect the health and well-being of study patients. In addition, the protocols performed and the data collected will have a significant impact on the validity of the study results.


Contacts and Communications


TYPE OF CONTACTLEVEL OF CONTACTFREQUENCY OF CONTACTPURPOSE OF CONTACT
Campus Clinical Personnel (outpatient and inpatient)All Levels of ContactDailyCoordinate, educate and perform functions related to clinical studies
Principal Investigators / Research StaffWithin DepartmentDailyTo coordinate study, receive direction, and provide feedback on the patients and study
Fellows, residents and studentsInternal to UNMCAs neededEducate and train rotating trainees in the study and its procedures
Various campus support and administrative personnel Internal to UNMCDailyPerform various research support functions pertaining to the studies 
Patients / FamiliesExternal to UNMCDailyTo provide education, coordinate study, and perform procedures to carry out clinical study protocols
Representatives from Study sponsors and pharmaceutical companiesExternal to UNMC2-3 times a weekAddress compliance and data needs as required

Supervision Received


Department Administrator will supervise this person. PIs will also help supervise them on clinical trials.


Supervision Exercised


Does this position supervise?:

No


Type of Supervision Exercised:

N/A


Work Environment & Physical Demands


Working Environment


Office,Clinical


Patient Care and Contact - Age Specific Competency


Check the appropriate box(es) that describes the Age Specific population(s) served within the scope of this position.

Adult (18-65 years),Geriatric (65 and older)


Activity Frequency


Sit: Frequently (34-66%)Bending: Occasionally (1-33%)
Stand: Frequently (34-66%)Kneeling: Occasionally (1-33%)
Walk: Occasionally (1-33%)Reaching: Occasionally (1-33%)
Drive Motor Vehicle: Occasionally (1-33%)Crawling: Occasionally (1-33%)
Squatting: Occasionally (1-33%)Climbing: Occasionally (1-33%)

If other, please explain:

N/A


Lift, Carry, Push, Pull Activity


Lift: Occasionally (1-33%)  10 lbsPush: Occasionally (1-33%)  10 lbs
Carry: Occasionally (1-33%)  10 lbsPull: Occasionally (1-33%)  10 lbs

If other Lift, Carry, Push, Pull, please explain:

N/A


Exposure


Animals (Category 1): NOMoving Machinery: NO
Animals (Category 3): NOBiohazardous Material: NO
Blood & Bloody Fluids: YESUncomfortable temperature/ humidity: NO
Radiation/ Radioactive: NONoise: NO
Chemical Hazards: NOWorking from Heights: NO
Electrical Hazards: NOConfined Space: NO
3B or Class 4 Laser: NODust and Dusty environments: NO
Hot Work: NO

If other exposure, please explain:

N/A


Use of Protective Equipment


Hearing Protection: NOEye Protection: NO
Half or Full Face Reusable Respirator: NOProtective Clothing: NO

If other protection, please explain:

Protective eye wear Full extent of exposures TBD by academic and research activities.


Use of Hands/ Wrists


Keyboard: YESPipefitting: NO
Fine Manipulation: YESGrasping: NO
Repetitive Motion: YES

If other use of hands/ wrists, please explain:

N/A


Sensory


Ability to Speak: YESDepth Perception: YES
Hearing: YESDistant Vision: YES
Sight: YESNear Vision: YES
Color Vision: YESPeripheral Vision: YES

Emergency Conditions


During emergency conditions due to severe weather, natural disasters, major utility failures, or other unplanned events, certain personnel are activated to minimizethe impacts of emergencies and disasters, and to protect people, property, and restore the primary mission of the University of Nebraska Medical Center.These personnel occupy positions which are designated as 'Essential Positions.'

Essential:

NO