Strength Through Diversity

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Roles & Responsibilities:

The Clinical Research Nurse at the Depression and Anxiety Center for Discovery and Treatment (DAC) is a Registered Professional Nurse who is responsible for assisting in the assessment and execution of clinical tasks for subjects enrolled into IRB approved research studies and clinical trials, as specified by DAC's research protocols. Provides safe, competent quality care based on nursing theory and research to a designated patients who have agreed to participate in DAC's research studies and clinical trials. Potential opportunities available to the successful candidate include: publication in major medical journals; networking among distinguished individuals within and outside the medical/psychology fields; exposure to wide spectrum of psychiatric disorders and treatments thereof.

This position will 1) play an integral role in the continuing performance of our clinical trials as well as fulfilling our research protocols, and 2) require an individual who understands basic principles of scientific investigation and clinical trials and who is capable of in-depth understanding of the project's study protocol. Thus, the incumbent must possess excellent scientific, organizational, and interpersonal skills; the incumbent must also have a background in psychology to manage the technical aspects of the study.

Duties and Responsibilities (in order of importance and/or frequency):

• Coordinating and running experimental procedures for clinical research trials
• Entering and analyzing data
• Study related paperwork and administrative tasks
• Conducting phone screens on potential subjects
• Presentation/publication preparation
• Performs other related duties as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred; nursing degree required
• Candidate must have a minimum of two years of experience in a hospital, psychological, psychiatric, or other mental health-related environment. Relevant clinical competence in area of nursing practice assigned; new graduates must possess current knowledge of the nursing process and its application
• Experience with (1) psychological/psychiatric research, (2) academic settings, (3) multi-site trials, and (4) program coordination is preferred
• License: RN // Issuing Agency: Department of Health/Office of Professions
• Name: Basic Life Saver (BLS) // Issuing Agency: AHA
• Candidate must have basic level skills in Microsoft Office

General Skills:

• Must have relevant clinical competence in area of nursing practice assigned; new graduates must possess current knowledge of the nursing process and its application
• Evidence of ability to maintain interpersonal relationships, communicate appropriately to others, and work effectively and efficiently to solve problems
• Demonstrates the ability to work in a team displaying effective communication and critical thinking
• Ability to read, write, understand and speak English in a clear and concise manner
• Visual, physical, auditory and cognitive ability to assess patient status
• Physical and mental health necessary to care for acutely ill patients with a broad variety of diagnoses and behaviors on a daily basis
• Ability to walk, stand, lift, stoop, push and respond quickly in a variety of situations and for an extended period of time
• Manual dexterity to perform a variety of clinical procedures relevant to practice area (i.e. venipuncture, urinary catheterization, cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
• Ability to use basic data entry, retrieval systems and the electronic medical record documentation system in a proficient manner

Strength Through Diversity

The Mount Sinai Health System believes that diversity is a driver for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. Yet we’re as diverse as the city we call home- culturally, ethically, in outlook and lifestyle. When you join us, you become a part of Mount Sinai’s unrivaled record of achievement, education and advancement as we revolutionize medicine together.

We work hard to acquire and retain the best people, and to create a welcoming, nurturing work environment where you can develop professionally. We share the belief that all employees, regardless of job title or expertise, can make an impact on quality patient care.

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Who We Are

Over 38,000 employees strong, the mission of the Mount Sinai Health System is to provide compassionate patient care with seamless coordination and to advance medicine through unrivaled education, research, and outreach in the many diverse communities we serve.

Formed in September 2013, The Mount Sinai Health System combines the excellence of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai with seven premier hospital campuses, including Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Mount Sinai Beth Israel Brooklyn, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai West (formerly Mount Sinai Roosevelt), Mount Sinai St. Luke’s, and New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer. We promote recognition and respect for individual and cultural differences, and we work to make our employees feel valued and appreciated, whatever their race, gender, background, or sexual orientation.

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $102,384.54 - $113,135.27 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.