Submission for the position: Research Nurse I/II Acute-Care Allergy Service (ACAS) - (Job Number: 148586)
Research Nurse I/II Acute-Care Allergy Service (ACAS)
Position Title: Research Nurse, Non-Acute
Department/Unit: A cute- C are A llergy S ervice (ACAS)
Shift/Hours: Days/ 40hours/week M-F
Expected Salary Range: Minimum $31.43; Mid-point $39.59/hour; Salary determined based on years of nursing experience.
Antibiotic-associated reactions (AARs) are a poorly understood constellation of cutaneous and systemic “allergic” symptoms that bring substantial concern to patients and their families. AARs contribute to over 25% of emergency department/urgent care (ED/UC) adverse drug events with high rates of acute care re-utilization -- up to 40% of infants will re-utilize acute care resources a second or third time. Although experts in treating allergic reactions, allergy specialists have historically not evaluated patients at the time of AARs. Early allergy specialist engagement provides ideal clinical management -- longitudinal assessments of the dynamic, persistent, and “worrisome” symptoms over time and management of non-sedating antihistamines and anti-inflammatory medications. Additionally, families may be given consistent messaging about the utility of subsequent allergy testing. We created a first-in-kind allergy specialist service providing Acute-Care Allergy Service (ACAS) appointments for AARs that we theorized could reduce ED/UC utilization and re-utilization while also enhancing the likelihood of subsequent antibiotic allergy testing.
The ACAS program provides a unique opportunity to engage families in much-needed, prospective acute care research for AARs. Opportunities include:
•Comparison of ED/UC reutilization for ACAS with traditional pediatrician and/or ED/UC setting visits.
•Comparison of duration of symptoms with sedating vs non-sedating antihistamines, steroids/no steroids
•Evaluation of inflammatory cascades
•Evaluation of subsequent allergy testing- is it allergy?
Research Nurse role is to recruit patients from the ACAS to engage in new research studies- collecting blood, stool, nasopharyngeal swabs, potentially tape stripping for repository- on day 1 of AAR and after resolution (1-2 weeks later).
Some patients will be recruited from the emergency room, others from telemedicine encounters (allergy team). The repository has not yet been built and will be longitudinal assessments (at least 2 time points). Additional patients will be recruited who have confirmed allergic reactions to medications upon testing (includes antibiotics but may also include any other medication).
Ideal skill sets: knowledge of all aspects of IRB protocols, patient consents, recruitment, sample collection and storage. Will need to build and enter clinical data and questionnaires into Redcap Database. Will maintain all regulatory documents and support grant applications.
Will interact with clinicians in the pediatric allergy antibiotic testing service (PATS) and likely staff from the emergency room/ urgent care research team.
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
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POSITION VALUE STATEMENT
Our nurses at Cincinnati Children’s work from dawn to dusk and through the starlit hours to deliver the best possible patient care. When parents bring their children through our doors their focus is on one thing – the best outcome for their kids. The nurses at Cincinnati Children’s help them reach the goal with dignity, respect, and lots of smiles. Such quality care is why we were designated a Magnet institution back in 2009. It is an honor to be recognized for our excellence in nursing; it sets the bar higher for what we need to continually achieve." - Barb Tofani, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, Senior Vice President of Patient Services
Working as a Nurse at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center you will enjoy:
Embracing relationship-based care while engaging with patients and families
Working with patients and families to provide direct care in collaboration with the inter-disciplinary team and to bring the best care to the patient
A state-of-the-art health facility
Elevating your nursing skills
Market Leading Benefits Including:
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/careers/benefits
Pension plan and optional 403(b) supplemental retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Referral bonus program for current staff!
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance packages available for nurses!
POSITION SPECIFIC BENEFITS
Nurse Clinical Advancement Program (CAP)
SUBFUNCTION DEFINITION: Research Nursing contributes to the clinical research process [participant-oriented research], advancement of scientific knowledge, development of therapies, the establishment of medication safety, dosage and effectiveness, quality research, participant safety, and the improvement of health. Their primary role is to ensure that patients are safe and data is collected ethically and accurately.
Scope: Participates in shared governance as a member of research nurse forum or by demonstrating awareness and contributing to shared decision making (reading minutes; giving feedback and implementing research nurse forum decisions).
REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
·Patient/Participant Care
Recognizes and accesses system components and processes within clinical research environment. Focuses on the usual and customary needs of the research participant /patient and family. Anticipates future needs. Bases care on standards and research protocols. Maintains a safe physical environment. Demonstrates awareness of potential adverse events throughout the research study. Works on behalf of research participant and family. Represents research participant when participant cannot represent self. Sees self as key resource to support the family through the research experience.
·Assessment
Assess participants, clients and families, whose needs range from uncomplicated to complex and recognize normal parameters, deviations and abnormalities in physical, emotional, developmental and behavioral status based on past nursing experience. Develop a plan of care, and effectively prioritize both expected and unanticipated needs for the participants involvement in the research study and make determination of clinical relevance of study procedures and tests. Involve participant, clients, families, and clinical research and health team members in establishing protocol specific research study implementation and adherence goals. Demonstrate proficiency in the implementation of the technical skills. Demonstrate initiative in remaining current on CCHMC policies, standard operating procedures and good clinical and research practices. Demonstrate critical thinking skills by making appropriate nursing decisions, prioritizing both planned and unplanned events for protocol implementation, and proactively addressing potential and actual problems. Implement age appropriate care, including sensitivity to assent and consent in research participation.
·Compliance
Work to understand regulatory requirements and accreditation standards that govern clinical research. Follows standards and guidelines. Advocate for research participant to ensure they get the best for their involvement in the study. Educate participants/families on purpose of the research study, study procedures, potential benefits/risks, and rights of research participants during the screening and enrollment process. Ensure informed consent process is carried out correctly and all patient/participant questions and concerns are addressed prior to signing consent form.
·Research
Receptive to the contributions of the interdisciplinary team in research team meetings and discussion regarding research participant/patient issues. Demonstrates openness to coaching and mentoring from others. Competent in performing study procedures, data collection, data analyzing and decision making regarding clinical research care, including initial screening, assessment, diagnosis and modification of care. Intervene for the attainment of research care goals. Ensure proper follow-up of study subjects to ensure compliance, collection of study specimens and schedule of study visits. Evaluate effectiveness of research caregiving and shows ongoing follow through in care delivery. Collaborate effectively with investigators to ensure proper progress and completion of clinical studies. Demonstrate proficiency and compliance with established practices in documentation. Maintain records and files required by regulatory agencies and industrial sponsors for clinical studies. Utilizes internal and external resources as appropriate. Demonstrates awareness of the value and relevance of research and evidence based practice in nursing. Practice can be identified as research based.
·Process Improvement
Provides just-in-time feedback and demonstrates interest in evaluating other perspective to peers to ensure clinical research care based on safe and ethical clinical research practice using the nursing process.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required:
·Bachelor's degree in a related field OR Associates Degree in nursing with commitment to BSN
·Current Ohio RN license
Preferred:
Knowledge of all aspects of IRB protocols, patient consents, recruitment, sample collection and storage. Will need to build and enter clinical data and questionnaires into Redcap Database. Will maintain all regulatory documents and support grant applications.
Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families (EEO/AA).
Nursing/Research
United States-Ohio-Cincinnati-Burnet Building Location S
Dec 29, 2023, 2:56:04 PM
Schedule: Full-time Location(s): United States-Ohio-Cincinnati-Burnet Building Location S Job Type: Standard 31.43 Day Job