Clinical Nurse Specialist - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Position Summary
The Research Nurse will serve as a key member of the research team within the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R). This role supports Principal Investigators (PIs) in the administration, coordination, and execution of clinical trials. Responsibilities include patient care, study coordination, subject enrollment, data collection, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful delivery of research initiatives.
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Key Responsibilities
Clinical Research Coordination
    Assist PIs with the development, administration, and execution of clinical trials 
    Coordinate subject recruitment, enrollment, and ongoing communication 
    Support budget development and review for research studies 
    Maintain and organize research protocols and study documentation 
    Prepare summaries and reports on research progress and outcomes 
Patient Evaluation & Care
    Evaluate patients and potential study participants based on research criteria 
    Collect and document medical histories and relevant patient data 
    Conduct standardized testing and perform physical assessments as appropriate 
    Provide patient care related to clinical research protocols 
    Deliver patient education and support symptom management, particularly related to neurotoxins and pain pump therapies 
Clinical Procedures
    Administer neurotoxin injections 
    Manage the Pain Pump Program, including Baclofen pump refills 
Research & Program Development
    Guide nursing staff in the design, implementation, and evaluation of research projects 
    Develop and implement studies to assess the effectiveness of nursing programs, procedures, and policies 
    Contribute nursing expertise to the development of research protocols 
    Collaborate with nursing and medical faculty on research initiatives 
    Promote and support research activities within assigned areas 
Data Integrity & Evaluation
    Ensure accurate and thorough data collection and documentation 
    Assist in evaluating the reliability, validity, and applicability of research findings 
    Support continuous improvement through evaluation of research outcomes and clinical practices
 

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2-5 years of experience preferred.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.
Two (2) years of RN experience in an area of specialization.
Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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