Registered Nurse , Research
Job in
Ashland, Boyd County, Kentucky, 41114, USA
Listed on 2026-09-23
Listing for:
UK King's Daughters
Full Time, Part Time, Per diem
position Listed on 2026-09-23
Job specializations:
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Nursing
RN Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare Nursing, Pediatric Nurse
Job Description & How to Apply Below
On-site only, not eligible for remote work: UKKD - Main Campus:
Full time:
Posted Today: R-At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.
** Job Description**:##
Job Summary Responsible for conducting research trials for patients while adhering to all applicable FDA regulations and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines. Ensures patient advocacy throughout all decision-making processes. Accompanies patients during all clinical trial procedures. Coordinates research activities to maintain compliance and support patient safety. ## Essential Functions
• Understands and complies with research policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Evaluates patients for clinical trial eligibility using protocol criteria.
• Educates patients and families about research risks, benefits, and alternatives.
• Obtains informed consent for participation in clinical trials.
• Randomizes patients and ensures protocol-required orders are executed and documented.
• Monitors, documents, and reports patient responses and adverse events.
• Maintains accurate logs for drugs, devices, and research documentation.
• Communicates with sponsors, IRB, physicians, and research staff.
• Prepares and restocks research trial carts and supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned. ## Education Requirement Bachelor’s degree in nursing, research, or a related field
Master’s degree in nursing is preferred ## Experience Requirement0-2 years of experience in nursing, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
All experience must be paid and in the same related field.
Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.
Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. ## Certifications & Licensures Maintains active RN licensure ## Working Conditions
A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods:
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials:
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
G. Repetitive motion:
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
H. Working at heights above 4 feet:
1. Never
I. Working in confined spaces:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
K. Job-related travel:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
L. Loud noises:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
M. Temperature extremes:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
O. Radiation:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
P. Burns:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
Q. Cuts/Punctures:
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
T. Combative/violent people:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A ## Physical Demands This position requires regular standing or…
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