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Clinical Nurse (RN) - Organ Transplant Progressive Care
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Title Clinical Nurse (RN) - Organ Transplant ProgressiveCare Bell Hospital / Career Interest: Positions are full-time and part-time, twelve hours shifts. Multiple shift available such as days, evenings and nights. PRN positions are also available working a variety shifts.
The Clinical Nurse provides professional nursingcare through assessment and accurate documentation, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of patients. Carries out a plan of care specific to unit competencies for the target patient population. Coordinates care delivery and education through collaboration with patient, family and all health care team providers to ensure safe, effective and quality patient care. Follows organizational policies in providing safe patient care. Performs other duties as assigned.
Unit 64-Organ Transplant and Renal ProgressiveCareNurses on this 24 bed unit provide compassionate, comprehensive care to critically ill patients throughout all phases of the organ transplant continuum. As a member of the transplant care team, nurses provide specialized care to patients who are awaiting a lifesaving organ transplant as well as those recovering from organ transplant surgery. The Center for Transplant at The University of Kansas Hospital is the largest and most successful transplant program in the region. Nurses on Unit 64 have the opportunity to work as a vital member of a nationally recognized program specializing in the care of liver, kidney and pancreas transplant patients.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
* Provides professional nursingcare through assessment and accurate documentation, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of patients.
* Carries out a plan of care specific to unit competencies for the target patient population.
* Coordinates care delivery and education through collaboration with patient, family and all health care team providers to ensure safe, effective and quality patient care.
* Follows organizational policies in providing safe patient care.
* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
* High School Graduate
* Associate Degree Nursing For ADN prepared nurses hired after February 24, 2017, must complete BSN degree by the fifth anniversary of employment as an RN with UKHA
* 6 months to 2 years' experience as a Clinical Nurse
Preferred Education and Experience
* Bachelor Degree Nursing
Required Licensure and Certification
* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing (Kansas) or compact license
* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 days
Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-5380
We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.
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Clinical Nurse Specialist (Perioperative)
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Title Clinical Nurse Specialist (Perioperative) Delp Pavilion / Career Interest: The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) has a unique APRN role to integrate care across the continuum and through three spheres of influence: patient, nurse, system. The three spheres are overlapping and interrelated but each sphere possesses a distinctive focus. In each of the spheres of influence, the primary goal of the CNS is continuous improvement of patient outcomes and nursingcare. Key elements of CNS practice are to create environments through mentoring and system changes that empower nurses to develop caring, evidence-based practices to alleviate patient distress, facilitate ethical decision-making, and respond to diversity. The CNS is responsible and accountable for diagnosis and treatment of health/illness states, disease management, health promotion, and prevention of illness and risk behaviors among individuals, families, groups and communities (APRN Joint Dialogue Group Report, July 7, 2008).
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
* Coaching Competency: Provide skillful guidance and teaching to advance the care of patients, families, groups of patients, and the profession of nursing.
* Consultation and Collaboration Competency: Demonstrate patient, staff, or system focused interaction between professionals in which the consultant is recognized as having specialized expertise and assists consultee with problem solving. Work jointly with others to optimize clinical outcomes. The CNS collaborates at an advanced level by committing to authentic engagement and constructive patient, family, system, and population-focused problem solving.
* Ethical decision-making, moral agency and advocacy: Identifying, articulating, and taking action on ethical concerns at the patient, family, health care provider, system, community, and public policy levels.
* Expert Clinical Practice Competency: Provide direct interaction with patients, families, and groups of patients to promote health or well-being and improve quality of life. Characterized by a holistic perspective in the advanced nursing management of health, illness and disease states.
* Research/EBP Competence: Actively engage in thorough and systematic inquiry. Includes the search for, interpretation, and use of evidence in clinical practice and quality improvement to address clinical problem, as well as active participation in the conduct of research.
* Systems Leadership Competency: Demonstrates ability to manage change and empower others to influence clinical practice and political processes both within and across systems.
* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
* High School Graduate
* Bachelor Degree Nursing
* Master Degree Nursing OR Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP)
Required Licensure and Certification
* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
* Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification (ACNS-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Must meet the requirements for ARNP-CNS Licensure in Kansas. This position is eligible for the certification recognition bonus program.
* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of Nursing Registered Nurse in State of Kansas As a condition of your employment and continued employment with the health system, you are required to secure a Nurse Compact License (NCL) within 60 days of your date of hire. This will enable you to perform your job duties not only in Kansas, but other compact states. You will be responsible for any expenses you incur in securing this license, and must provide your manager with evidence of this license before the sixty-day period expires. If you fail to secure the NCL as required, you will be immediately removed from the work schedule and placed on an unpaid administrative leave, until we can understand the reasons for your non-compliance. Further failure to comply with the licensing requirement will result in your end of employment with the health system.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-31035
Important information for you to know as you apply:
* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
* The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link *****************************.
* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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$59k-74k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Critical Care
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Title Clinical Nurse Specialist - Critical Care Cambridge Tower A / Career Interest: The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) has a unique APRN role to integrate care across the continuum and through three spheres of influence: patient, nurse, system. The three spheres are overlapping and interrelated but each sphere possesses a distinctive focus. In each of the spheres of influence, the primary goal of the CNS is continuous improvement of patient outcomes and nursingcare. Key elements of CNS practice are to create environments through mentoring and system changes that empower nurses to develop caring, evidence-based practices to alleviate patient distress, facilitate ethical decision-making, and respond to diversity. The CNS is responsible and accountable for diagnosis and treatment of health/illness states, disease management, health promotion, and prevention of illness and risk behaviors among individuals, families, groups and communities (APRN Joint Dialogue Group Report, July 7, 2008).
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
* Coaching Competency: Provide skillful guidance and teaching to advance the care of patients, families, groups of patients, and the profession of nursing.
* Consultation and Collaboration Competency: Demonstrate patient, staff, or system focused interaction between professionals in which the consultant is recognized as having specialized expertise and assists consultee with problem solving. Work jointly with others to optimize clinical outcomes. The CNS collaborates at an advanced level by committing to authentic engagement and constructive patient, family, system, and population-focused problem solving.
* Ethical decision-making, moral agency and advocacy: Identifying, articulating, and taking action on ethical concerns at the patient, family, health care provider, system, community, and public policy levels.
* Expert Clinical Practice Competency: Provide direct interaction with patients, families, and groups of patients to promote health or well-being and improve quality of life. Characterized by a holistic perspective in the advanced nursing management of health, illness and disease states.
* Research/EBP Competence: Actively engage in thorough and systematic inquiry. Includes the search for, interpretation, and use of evidence in clinical practice and quality improvement to address clinical problem, as well as active participation in the conduct of research.
* Systems Leadership Competency: Demonstrates ability to manage change and empower others to influence clinical practice and political processes both within and across systems.
* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
* High School Graduate
* Bachelor Degree Nursing
* Master Degree Nursing OR Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP)
Required Licensure and Certification
* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
* Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification (ACNS-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Must meet the requirements for ARNP-CNS Licensure in Kansas OR Missouri. This position is eligible for the certification recognition bonus program.
* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of Nursing Registered Nurse in State of Kansas or State of Missouri As a condition of your employment and continued employment with the health system, you are required to secure a Nurse Compact License (NCL) within 60 days of your date of hire. This will enable you to perform your job duties not only in Kansas, but other compact states. You will be responsible for any expenses you incur in securing this license, and must provide your manager with evidence of this license before the sixty-day period expires. If you fail to secure the NCL as required, you will be immediately removed from the work schedule and placed on an unpaid administrative leave, until we can understand the reasons for your non-compliance. Further failure to comply with the licensing requirement will result in your end of employment with the health system.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-47495
Important information for you to know as you apply:
* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
* The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link *****************************.
* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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$59k-74k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Oncology Clinical Research Registered Nurse Specialist - Hybrid
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Title Oncology Clinical Research Registered Nurse Specialist - Hybrid KU Clinical Research Center 4330 / Career Interest: The Clinical Research Nurse Specialist is a licensed registered professional nurse who is a clinical expert and provides ethical, evidenced-based, safe and compassionate nursingcare. The RN-Clinical Research Specialist focuses on protocol analysis, review, and compliance by educating staff and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to create nursing resources for execution of study deliverables. The RN-Clinical Research Specialist is familiar with The University of Kansas Health System clinical and research policies and procedures. The RN-Clinical Research Specialist collaborates with providers, nursing leadership, registered nurses, clinical research coordinators, research lab coordinators, and study sponsors to ensure best practice and adherence to Health System policies and procedures and research protocols. The RN-Clinical Research Specialist supports and adheres to The University of Kansas Hospital Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Join our team in a newly created role focused on reviewing complex research protocols (100+ pages), becoming the subject matter expert, and supporting study implementation. No patient interaction-collaboration is with nurses, providers, and study teams.
Hours: Monday - Friday 8 hour shift
Shift: Hybrid after orientation
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
* Collaborate with investigators, practitioners, coordinators, sponsors, and nursing leaders to review and prepare for upcoming clinical trials.
* Review and analyze potential trial protocols to determine site feasibility and readiness during study startup, including a thorough evaluation of nursing activities, to identify any potential barriers for compliance or conflicts with SOPs.
* Collaborate with research coordinators to create and maintain nursing order sets to ensure protocol compliance.
* Collaborate with research lab staff to create and maintain nursing tip sheets and flowsheets to ensure protocol compliance.
* Collaborates with nursing leadership, research coordinators, and other departments within the Health System to create workflows for completing protocol-required assessments outside of the Clinical Research Center.
* Review treatment Beacon plans prior to study activation to ensure protocol compliance and accuracy for nursing.
* Attend trial-related meetings with sponsors, investigators, and practitioners.
* Represent nursing at Disease Working Group meetings to support the safety of the patients and staff and to ensure research protocol deliverables are feasible at the research site.
* Provide education and training to staff regarding newly approved and amended existing clinical trials.
* Review and analyze protocol amendments. Review and update nursing orders, tip sheets, and flowsheets as needed based on amendments.
* Promotes open and effective communication among practitioners, nursing, research teams, and other departments.
* Ensure the welfare and safety of all patients participating in clinical trials are protected, and that all legal, privacy and confidentiality protection measures are implemented.
* Identifies quality and performance improvement opportunities and collaborates with staff in the development of action plans to improve quality.
* Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
* Coordinate with sponsor, Research Institute, IRB, or FDA as necessary to support studies.
* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
* Bachelor Degree Nursing in Nursing Registered Nurse
Preferred Education and Experience
* Hematology/Oncology Nursing Experience
* 2 or more years Relevant Clinical Research Nursing
Required Licensure and Certification
* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of Nursing
* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
* Complete and maintain training in Human Subject Protection, GCP, HIPPA and the Informed Consent process within 60 Days
* Chemo Certification - Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Biotherapy within 1 Year
Knowledge Requirements
* Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
* Read and comprehend complex clinical trial protocols and make recommendations for consideration including site selection and resource impact
* Knowledge of clinical trial development and regulatory process preferred
* Ability to engage in self-directed education and development and work independently
* Complete and maintain training in Human Subjects Protection, GCP, HIPAA, and the informed consent process required
* Create tools and education for nursing teams executing the clinical trial
* Basic typing and word processing ability
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Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-47867
Important information for you to know as you apply:
* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
* The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link *****************************.
* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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$47k-55k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Clinical Research Nurse PRN - CTSU
University of Kansas Medical Center 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Department:RSC CTSU - Rainbow
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CTSU KUMedPosition Title:Clinical Research Nurse PRN - CTSUJob Family Group: Professional Staff Summary:The Frontiers Clinical and Translational Science Unit (CTSU) is in the new state-of-the-art Clinical Research Center (CRC) at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC). The CTSU provides the opportunity for you to be an active participant in growing the research endeavors of the medical center and affiliate regional institutions.
The Clinical Research Nurse serves as an integral member of the site and study team. This position provides excellent patient care to research participants by adhering to institutional policies and procedures as well as strict research Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.:
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Work as needed on a PRN basis primarily Monday through Friday with occasional extended hours or weekends.
Perform procedures and/or administer Investigational Drugs in strict compliance to the study protocol, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), and other state and local regulations as applicable.
Oversee and monitor the well-being and safety of study participants; identify Adverse Events (AEs) and provide proper documentation and reporting of all AEs to study team.
Ensure all required consent forms are obtained prior to any research activities.
Provide clear and comprehensive documentation of study visit activities while adhering to the study protocol and the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice.
Operate and maintain research equipment according to departmental policy.
Support and encourage a cooperative work environment.
May fulfill an interim clinical research coordinator (CRC) role for Principal Investigators who do not have their own CRC on staff.
Ensure compliance with institutional and departmental policies along with each study's protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each participant visit.
Perform study defined procedures and assessments, including, but not limited to, vital signs, IV placement, drug administration, lab collection, lab processing, phlebotomy, electrocardiograms, etc. in strict compliance with the study protocol.
Able to be flexible with daily assignments and work independently as well as with a team.
Accurate documentation in participant records (paper and electronic, as applicable).
Assist in troubleshooting problems.
Other study-related activities as assigned.
Utilize evidence-based practice methods to improve participant care and study conduct
Ensures data integrity by ensuring high quality source documentation is recorded within the electronic medical record and/or any other research related documents
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Communicate well with people at all levels.
Required Qualifications
Certification:
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas.
Current BLS certification
Work Experience:
At least 1 year experience in acute carenursing.
Experience placing IV's and administering IV infusions.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Certification
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri
Work Experience:
Experience in clinical research
Recent Emergency Room or Critical Care experience.
Skills:
Current ACLS certification
HIGHLY skilled in placing IVs
Proficient in administering IV fluids
Capable of anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders
Proficient in acquiring ECG's, vital signs, height, and weight
Proficient in phlebotomy and processing of lab specimens
Highly skilled in administering investigational drugs via IV infusions, IV push, IM and SQ injections
Highly skilled in the collection of medical history, concomitant medications, and concomitant therapies from the research participants
Resourceful, securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently
Openly relatable and comfortable with diverse groups of people
Adaptable in approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
Communicates clearly and concisely, verbal and written
Proactively identifies and solves problems; demonstrates initiative
Exceptional team player
Functions independently, and proficiently, with minimal supervision
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook email, Word, and Excel
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Documents:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Employee Type: RegularTime Type: Part time Rate Type: Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:$31.42 - $48.70
Minimum
$31.42
Midpoint
$40.06
Maximum
$48.70
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Title RN/Registered Nurse - Perioperative Nurse Liaison - Neuro Interventional Radiology - FT (Cambridge) Cambridge Tower A / Career Interest: The Perioperative Nurse Liaison, under the direction of the Clinical Director, performs essential duties for department for the coordination of patient care communication to family regarding the status/progress of the patient's procedure within the Perioperative Services departments.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
* Changes culture to one that is family centered and customer friendly throughout the surgical process.
* Integrates and trains staff in appropriate department/service for an additional support to patients and their families preoperatively, and postoperatively.
* Promotes Hospital Services through communication with staff surgeon, OR personnel, patient, and patient family/significant other during the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of the surgical experience.
* Training and education of staff for identification of psycho-social needs of patient's family/significant other's during the Perioperative period both within and outside the Perioperative division.
* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
* High School Graduate
* Associate Degree Nursing
Preferred Education and Experience
* Bachelor Degree Nursing
* 2 or more years operating room experience
Required Licensure and Certification
* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing Registered Nurse in State of Kansas or State of Missouri
Knowledge Requirements
* Must be prepared to interact with patients/families making a complaint or grievance, and sudden requests for information
Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-44576
Important information for you to know as you apply:
* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
* The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link *****************************.
* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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$60k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator- Cardiology
University of Kansas Medical Center 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Department:SOM KC Cardiovascular Medicine
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CCRPosition Title:Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator- CardiologyJob Family Group: Professional Staff Summary:The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator provides professional nursingcare and patient monitoring for clinical trials. Responsible for working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, research and hospital staff to recruit, screen, educate, and assist in the overall clinical study coordination of clinical research. The Clinical Nurse Research Coordinator will manage clinical research studies by coordinating and participating in a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, documentation and analysis of clinical research data. Monitor participants' progress including documenting and reporting adverse events. Participate in periodic quality assurance audits of protocols.:
Job Duties Outlined
Review and assist with editing of new protocols.
Assess feasibility of research protocols, including appropriate patient population, budget, and specific needs for the study.
Perform all details necessary for initiation and/or completion of all assigned research protocols, including patient recruitment, screening, scheduling, enrollment, examination, laboratory and diagnostic studies, medication dispensing, charting and recording of data (in EMR, case report forms, and Velos), organization of the study visits and reporting of abnormal results, adverse events, or other study required reporting.
Complete and correct case report forms, ensuring accuracy of all records connected with each study with attention to medical events and concomitant medications as well as documentation for each study related event.
Act as a liaison between study sponsors and investigators. Maintain accurate recording of all study test articles. Maintain complete and accurate documented studies in binders. Maintain knowledge of all research efforts conducted including those protocols or studies assigned to other coordinators.
Work with KUMCRI and other departments to construct the study package to include budget, approved protocol, procedures, discounts, billing, study contracts and other related documents and workflows.
Maintain current KUMCRI-required education, i.e., Human Subjects Protection, HIPAA. Adheres to GCP guidelines.
Promote marketing, in accordance with HSC rules, and research protocols.
Monitor awarded grants and contracts for compliance with performance, reporting, and accounting requirements.
Attend all staff meetings as well as meetings both onsite and off-site as required by study.
Serve as mentor for new staff members.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
License: Must have Kansas RN license upon hire and throughout duration of employment.
Work Experience:
Six years prior research or related experience. Related education may substitute on a year for year basis.
Experience with regulations governing clinical research (CFR, GCP, HIPAA).
Presentation experience.
Preferred Qualifications
License: Missouri RN license.
Work Experience:
Cardiovascular research experience.
7 years of research experience.
Experience using medical terminology.
Skills
Detail oriented.
Interpersonal communication skills.
Organizational and communication skills.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. **************************************************
Employee Type: RegularTime Type: Full time Rate Type: Salary
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:$65,000.00 - $99,000.00
Minimum
$65,000.00
Midpoint
$82,000.00
Maximum
$99,000.00
$65k-99k yearly Auto-Apply 45d ago
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator - Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Clinical Pharmacology)
University of Kansas Medical Center 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Department:SOM KC The Diabetes Institute (DI)
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Diabetes InstitutePosition Title:Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator - Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Clinical Pharmacology) Job Family Group: Professional Staff Summary:The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator in the Diabetes Institute manages clinical research studies by coordinating and participating in a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, documentation, and analysis of clinical research data. This role monitors participant progress, including documenting and reporting adverse events, and participates in periodic quality assurance audits of study protocols. The position provides professional nursingcare and patient monitoring for clinical trials and works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, research personnel, and hospital staff to recruit, screen, educate, and support participants throughout the clinical study coordination process.
The KU Diabetes Institute's mission is to advance research leading toward prevention and control of diabetes, as well as an eventual cure for the disease. Researchers and clinicians from the University of Kansas Medical Center, the University of Kansas-Lawrence, and the KU School of Medicine-Wichita form the core of the Institute and are engaged in a wide range of basic science, translational and clinical research projects centering around diabetes and its complications.:
Job Duties
Plan, provide, and document professional nursingcare utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders, institutional SOPs, and state licensure scope of practice.
Assure that all professional nursingcare provided is conducted in accordance with all KUMC and other regulatory requirements and is in accordance with the scope of practice for the nursing license held.
Recruit, educate potential patients for and evaluate potential patient eligibility for clinical trials seeking guidance from Clinical Research Supervisor.
Assist clinical staff with maintaining source documents and submit case report forms (CRFs) as required for clinical trials.
Recognize and report adverse events/serious adverse events to the Principal Investigator, FDA, and sponsors.
Perform study procedures, as outlined in the protocol and within state and institutional scope of practice.
Perform phlebotomy and sample collection, processing, handling, and shipping as outlined in the protocol and within KUMC policy.
Ensure adequate study supplies are being maintained. Track study expenditures and submit reimbursement requests for study equipment, supplies, and study participants.
Prepare documentation and participate in study monitoring visits, reviews, and audits. Provide written and verbal reports to Principal Investigator and Project Manager, as required.
Attend continuing education, research and training seminars as requested by manager.
Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing clinical data in medical record charts, assessing pharmacy compliance with protocol criteria, and reviewing study documentation to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment: This role will be fully on-site.
Required Qualifications
Certifications/Licenses: Registered Nurse license.
Work Experience:
2 years of related work experience.
Experience with regulations governing clinical research (CFR, GCP, HIPAA).
Experience with statutes and guidelines relevant to regulatory affairs in clinical research.
Experience with study budgets, contracts, and grant applications.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Science Nursing (RN-BSN)
Certifications:
Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or certification eligible
Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or certification eligible.
Healthcare certifications preferred such as Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 3 months of employment.
Work Experience:
Supervisory experience.
Skills
Communication
Presentation skills
Organization
Multitasking
Interpersonal skills
Time management
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. **************************************************
Employee Type: RegularTime Type: Full time Rate Type: Salary
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:$65,000.00 - $99,000.00
Minimum
$65,000.00
Midpoint
$82,000.00
Maximum
$99,000.00
$65k-99k yearly Auto-Apply 41d ago
RN - Float Pool (PT, night)
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Title RN - Float Pool (PT, night) Nights - Part Time Paola Hospital / Career Interest: The registered nurse utilized the nursing process to coordinate the interdisciplinary approach to patient care. Responsible for promoting and restoring patient's health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and team members; and providing physical and psychological support to patients and their families. Exhibits the core values of the organization, compassion, integrity and unity. He/she practices within the boundaries of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act, specialty standards, and organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
* Consistently meets work schedule.
* Demonstrates critical thinking utilizing all aspects of the nursing process.
* Maintains a safe environment for patients.
* Coordinates health care services with hospital, vendors, physician's offices and other institutions.
* Answers patient/significant others phone calls, evaluate patient's needs, and triage patient care.
* Provides patient/family education using resources available.
* Acts as liaison between patient, significant others and health team members.
* Identifies area for professional growth.
* Participates fully as a member of the Patient Centered Medical Home Team.
* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
* Associate Degree Nursing
* High School Graduate
Preferred Education and Experience
* 1 or more years of previous healthcare experience
Required Licensure and Certification
* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing OR
* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of Nursing
* Staff hired prior to 2/1/2024 are required to obtain a multistate state RN license from the state in which they live at the time of their next RN license renewal by 3/31/2026.
* CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS
Time Type:
Part time
Job Requisition ID:
R-44613
Important information for you to know as you apply:
* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
* The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link *****************************.
* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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$50k-59k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Registered Nurse- Labor and Delivery (PRN, nights)
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Title Registered Nurse- Labor and Delivery (PRN, nights) Olathe Hospital / Career Interest: The Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes the nursing process to coordinate the interdisciplinary approach to patient care. He/she provides safe, therapeutic care in a holistic and systematic way. He/she integrates knowledge, skills and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families through the continuum of care. The RN collaborates with others to integrate assessment and input of the patient, family and the interdisciplinary team.
He/she ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Demonstrates leadership skills in decision-making and problem solving. The RN integrates and communicates knowledge and sensitivity to patient's psychosocial, spiritual, cultural and age specific needs. He/she practices within the boundaries of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act, specialty standards and organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
* Consistently meets work schedule.
* Demonstrates critical thinking utilizing all aspects of the nursing process.
* Maintains a safe environment for patients.
* Coordinates health care services with hospital, vendors, physician's offices and other institutions.
* Answers patient/significant others phone calls, evaluate patient's needs, and triage patient care.
* Provides patient/family education using resources available.
* Acts as liaison between patient, significant others and health team members.
* Identifies area for professional growth.
* Participates fully as a member of the Patient Centered Medical Home Team.
* Independently performs a comprehensive assessment to provide the most effective patient care for a given population.
* Anticipates and intervenes in an appropriate and timely manner when there are concerns related to patient and staff safety.
* Acts professionally and communicates appropriately when interacting with patients, family members, nurses, and other medical professionals.
* Adheres to hospital policies related to medication safety, including order writing format, correct administration considerations, double checks and other established policies and practices.
* Accurately assesses patient's/family's readiness to learn, organizes and executes an individualized teaching plan, evaluates patient's understanding using teach back methods; modifies approach as necessary.
* Develops, implements and evaluates plan of care that recognizes changes in the patient's condition and adapts plan as needed.
* Delegates appropriately according to task situation, level of expertise and functions as an independent and supportive team member. Takes a leadership role in building and maintaining an environment where all team members thrive.
* Utilizes technology correctly for functions related to patient care delivery, mandatory programs/competencies and policies/procedures.
* Seeks out additional learning experiences within the practice area: • Unit specific certifications • Consultation with experts • Inservices/rounds • Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team
* Consistently role models individualized therapeutic communication based upon patient and family psychosocial, spiritual and cultural needs.
* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
* High School Graduate
* Associate Degree Nursing
Required Licensure and Certification
* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing (Kansas) or compact license
* CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS within 14 days
* Some units will require additional unit-specific affirmations/certifications/work experience
Time Type:
Part time
Job Requisition ID:
R-36832
Important information for you to know as you apply:
* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
* The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link *****************************.
* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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Surgical Specialty RN Team Leader (Bell OR)
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Title Surgical Specialty RN Team Leader (Bell OR) Bell Hospital / Career Interest: Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, Operating Room, the Specialty Resource RN services as the primary clinical support for the specialty service through mentoring, education and role-modeling in their specialty. The role facilitates the advancement, efficiency, and effectiveness of patient care in their supported service.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
* Demonstrates/implements nursing process for specific patient population. Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the ages of patients/customers in assigned areas.
* Provides patient care on a routine basis.
* Monitors and assists with room turnover and case set-up.
* Works with Unit Coordinators to assign and adjust POD staffing relative to patient acuity, flow, productivity and efficiency.
* Provides for continuous updating and evaluation of educational needs within specialty area. Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and keeps updates on current practices.
* Monitors specialty nursing performance and practice and collaborates with Nurse Manager to facilitate action to correct deficiencies.
* Work with the Unit Educator team to implement appropriate orientation and education plans. Provides feedback as needed.
* Enforces and maintains intraoperative standards of care relevant to specialty services.
* Assumes responsibility for maintaining current knowledge and competency in area of specialization.
* Provides for smooth day-to-day operation within the OR for assigned specialties
* Prepares and maintains preference cards, policies, and procedures for the OR.
* Monitors the flow of the daily schedule to assure the most efficient utilization of rooms, monitors case progression to identify potential roadblocks and assists with patient care when needed.
* Serves as technical resource person.
* Directs and/or performs troubleshooting of equipment and/or procedural problems including equipment repair.
* Collaborates with Supply Chain Liaison to maintain adequate and appropriate inventories of supplies.
* Assists with the evaluation of new procedures/products and staff compliance in the OR.
* Collaborates with Manager, SPD on the maintenance and turnover of instrumentation.
* Demonstrates knowledge of proper documentation process.
* Provides information in development of annual budget. Is a good steward of fiscal resources.
* Reviews and revises specialty instrument sets, ensuring appropriate weight and composition. Communicates effectively and collaboratively with Manager, SPD regarding changes.
* Identifies supply and equipment requests with physicians in specialty areas.
* Meets regularly with each specialty surgeon to evaluate service line needs including practice needs.
* Maintains open communication among surgeons, team members, management; regarding instrument processing, storing, restocking and inventory of specialty instruments, supplies and equipment.
* Supports cost containment efforts of the hospital through conservation of supplies and care of equipment.
* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
* High School Graduate
* Bachelor Degree Nursing
* 2 or more years experience in the Operating Room with leadership experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
* leadership experience.
Required Licensure and Certification
* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of Nursing Registered Nurse in Kansas
* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) or obtained within 14 days
Preferred Licensure and Certification
* Advanced certification preferred within two years of hire.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-46868
Important information for you to know as you apply:
* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
* The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link *****************************.
* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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$50k-60k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Enterprise Float Pool RN
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Title Enterprise Float Pool RN Wescoe Pavilion / Career Interest: The Inpatient Enterprise Float Nurse floats to different locations to provides professional nursingcare through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of the patients in our community. In the position, you will have the opportunity to support multiple areas and campuses utilizing a variety of your skill sets.
Required Education and Experience
* Bachelor Degree Nursing in Nursing (BSN) within 5 years from an accredited college or university.
* Associate Degree Nursing from an accredited college or university.
* Less than 1 year Nursing Experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
* Acute Care and ProgressiveCare experience.
* Previous float pool experience.
Required Licensure and Certification
* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of Nursing
* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 90 Days
Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-45392
Important information for you to know as you apply:
* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
* The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link *****************************.
* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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RN - 20375268
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Minimum 2 years of experience required. COVID Vaccine - Required. Assess patient's condition before surgery. Ensure that the Operating Room is prepared with all necessary supplies, implants, instrumentation, and equipment. Keep the operating room sterilized.
Pass medical instruments to the surgeons during operation.
Monitor patient's vital signs.
Evaluate postoperative patients.
Reviews charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure.
Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards.
$50k-60k yearly est. 4d ago
RN - Er
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Emergency Room Nurses (RN) are responsible to treat a variety of injuries and illness brought into the Emergency Room. They specialize in rapid assessment and treatment when every second counts, particularly during the initial phase of acute illness.
An Emergency Room Nurse must take measures to stabilize a patient's condition by administering medication, intubation, drawing blood and/or starting IV's.
$50k-60k yearly est. 8d ago
RN - 15644413
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Minimum 2 years of experience required. COVID Vaccine - Required. Monitors the patient and lets the surgeon know about any urgent concerns. Prepares the operating room and cleans the incision site on the patients. Assist with operating cardiopulmonary bypass machines and ensuring sterile procedures are followed.
$50k-60k yearly est. 22d ago
RN - Or
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Operating Room Nurses Responsible for planning, executing, directing and evaluating, direct and indirect nursingcare given to the surgical patient. The nursing activities may include preoperative, intra-operative and postoperative evaluation. Operating Room Nurses may be employed in several roles including scrub, circulating or function in both roles.
$50k-60k yearly est. 6d ago
RN - 20360529
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Minimum 2 years of experience required. COVID Vaccine - Required. Monitors the patient and lets the surgeon know about any urgent concerns. Prepares the operating room and cleans the incision site on the patients. Assist with operating cardiopulmonary bypass machines and ensuring sterile procedures are followed.
$50k-60k yearly est. 20d ago
RN - Cvor
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
MedSource Travelers offers assignments nationwide and is currently seeking a qualified RN CVOR with 1-2 year's experience for a travel assignment in Kansas City, Kansas. Please have resume, skills checklist and 2-3 references within the last 12 months.
Contact us today about job details.
The benefits of MedSource Travelers include,
Weekly Pay
Holiday Pay
Continuing Education
Referral Bonus
Medical Benefits
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
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$50k-60k yearly est. 22d ago
RN - 15660860
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Minimum 2 years of experience required. COVID Vaccine - Required. Assess patient's condition before surgery. Ensure that the Operating Room is prepared with all necessary supplies, implants, instrumentation, and equipment. Keep the operating room sterilized.
Pass medical instruments to the surgeons during operation.
Monitor patient's vital signs.
Evaluate postoperative patients.
Reviews charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure.
Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards.
$50k-60k yearly est. 5d ago
RN - 20360530
The University of Kansas Hospital 3.8
Progressive care nurse job at The University of Kansas
Minimum 2 years of experience required. COVID Vaccine - Required. Monitors the patient and lets the surgeon know about any urgent concerns. Prepares the operating room and cleans the incision site on the patients. Assist with operating cardiopulmonary bypass machines and ensuring sterile procedures are followed.