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RSC CTSU - Fairway
Position Title:
Clinical Research Nurse - CTSU
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Clinical Research Nurse provides professional nursing care and monitoring for patients participating in clinical trials, in alignment with clinical scope of practice, institutional research scope of practice policy and institutional parameters. Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, research and hospital staff to recruit, screen, educate, and assist in the overall clinical study coordination of clinical research. Conduct a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, and documentation of clinical research data.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Plan, provide, and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders, institutional SOPs, state licensure scope of practice, and department expectations
- Develop and maintain flowsheets/source documents for study teams utilizing CTSU services and submit case report (CRF's) as per protocol.
- 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.
- 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.
- Perform study defined procedures and assessments, including, but not limited to, vital signs, IV placement, drug administration, lab collection, lab processing, phlebotomy, electrocardiograms, assisting physician in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collection, etc. in strict compliance with the study protocol.
- Operate and maintain research equipment and supplies according to departmental policy.
- Provide clear and comprehensive documentation of study visit activities while adhering to the study protocol and the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice
- Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing study documentation with protocol criteria to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.
- Work closely with the Research Administration, Department Administrators and Human Research Protection Program and have a working knowledge of KUMC policies and procedures.
- Ensure all required consent forms are obtained prior to any research activities and ensure compliance with each study's protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each participant visit.
- Daily use of computer and Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook email, Word, and Excel.
- Participate in start-up meetings with study teams and perform clinical research coordinator (CRC) duties as needed.
- Attend continuing education, research and training seminars as requested by manager.
Conditions of Employment
Must maintain Registered Nurse license in the state of Kansas while in this position.
Will be required to obtain licensing within the state of Missouri within 6 months of hire.
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
Education:
Associate’s degree in nursing or a related field
Certification:
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Kansas
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.
Work Experience
- Two years related nursing work experience.
- Experience in phlebotomy, placing and administering IV fluids.
- Experience collecting medical history and acquiring vital signs, height, and weight.
- Experience in administering investigational drugs via IV infusions, IV push, IM and SQ injections.
- Experience utilizing Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook email, Word, and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Certification
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri
- Current ACLS certification
Skills
- Communicates Skills
Required Documents
Resume
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:
Regular
Time Type:
Full 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:
$33.75 - $50.63
Minimum
$33.75
Midpoint
$42.16
Maximum
$50.63
Department:
RSC CTSU - Fairway
Position Title:
Clinical Research Nurse - CTSU
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Clinical Research Nurse provides professional nursing care and monitoring for patients participating in clinical trials, in alignment with clinical scope of practice, institutional research scope of practice policy and institutional parameters. Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, research and hospital staff to recruit, screen, educate, and assist in the overall clinical study coordination of clinical research. Conduct a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, and documentation of clinical research data.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Plan, provide, and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process for patients in accordance with physician orders, institutional SOPs, state licensure scope of practice, and department expectations
- Develop and maintain flowsheets/source documents for study teams utilizing CTSU services and submit case report (CRF's) as per protocol.
- 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.
- 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.
- Perform study defined procedures and assessments, including, but not limited to, vital signs, IV placement, drug administration, lab collection, lab processing, phlebotomy, electrocardiograms, assisting physician in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collection, etc. in strict compliance with the study protocol.
- Operate and maintain research equipment and supplies according to departmental policy.
- Provide clear and comprehensive documentation of study visit activities while adhering to the study protocol and the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice
- Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing study documentation with protocol criteria to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.
- Work closely with the Research Administration, Department Administrators and Human Research Protection Program and have a working knowledge of KUMC policies and procedures.
- Ensure all required consent forms are obtained prior to any research activities and ensure compliance with each study's protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each participant visit.
- Daily use of computer and Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook email, Word, and Excel.
- Participate in start-up meetings with study teams and perform clinical research coordinator (CRC) duties as needed.
- Attend continuing education, research and training seminars as requested by manager.
Conditions of Employment
Must maintain Registered Nurse license in the state of Kansas while in this position.
Will be required to obtain licensing within the state of Missouri within 6 months of hire.
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
Education:
Associate’s degree in nursing or a related field
Certification:
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Kansas
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.
Work Experience
- Two years related nursing work experience.
- Experience in phlebotomy, placing and administering IV fluids.
- Experience collecting medical history and acquiring vital signs, height, and weight.
- Experience in administering investigational drugs via IV infusions, IV push, IM and SQ injections.
- Experience utilizing Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook email, Word, and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Certification
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri
- Current ACLS certification
Skills
- Communicates Skills
Required Documents
Resume
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:
Regular
Time Type:
Full 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:
$33.75 - $50.63
Minimum
$33.75
Midpoint
$42.16
Maximum
$50.63
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Get your credentials evaluated before applying
KUMC and most U.S. hospitals require foreign nursing credentials to be evaluated by CGFNS or a NACES-approved body. Complete this before submitting applications so your qualifications are immediately verifiable and HR can move your file forward without delays.
Target units with consistent international hiring
KUMC's academic medical environment drives demand in specialty-heavy units like oncology, transplant, and critical care. Research which departments post Clinical Nurse roles repeatedly and align your application to those units, where sponsorship conversations are more routine.
Clarify sponsorship intent in your cover letter
Academic medical centers process international hires regularly, but hiring managers still need you to name your visa status upfront. State your visa type, your authorization timeline, and that you are open to employer-sponsored pathways directly in your cover letter.
Understand the PERM timeline for EB-3 sponsorship
KUMC sponsors Green Cards through the EB-3 category for nurses, but DOL PERM labor certification typically adds 12 to 18 months before USCIS petition filing. Ask HR during the offer stage whether they initiate PERM concurrently with your H-1B petition.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Clinical Nurse roles
Browsing KUMC's general careers page makes it hard to isolate roles tied to active sponsorship pipelines. Use Migrate Mate to surface Clinical Nurse openings at KUMC that are linked to verified visa sponsorship history, so you apply where the path is clearest.
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Does University of Kansas Medical Center sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Nurses?
Yes, University of Kansas Medical Center sponsors H-1B visas for Clinical Nurses. As an academic medical center, KUMC qualifies as a cap-exempt institution, which means it can file H-1B petitions with USCIS at any point in the year without waiting for the annual lottery. That cap-exempt status is a meaningful advantage for internationally trained nurses who need predictable timing.
Which visa types are commonly used for Clinical Nurse roles at University of Kansas Medical Center?
KUMC sponsors Clinical Nurses through H-1B, TN, J-1, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and employment-based Green Card categories including EB-2 and EB-3. For most internationally trained RNs, the H-1B is the primary nonimmigrant pathway, while EB-3 is the standard immigrant visa route. TN is an option for Canadian and Mexican nurses in qualifying occupational classifications.
What qualifications and experience are expected for Clinical Nurse roles at University of Kansas Medical Center?
KUMC typically requires an active Kansas RN license or eligibility for licensure, a nursing degree from an accredited program, and in many units, at least one year of relevant clinical experience. Specialty units such as transplant, oncology, and intensive care often list additional certification requirements. Foreign-educated nurses also need a CGFNS credential evaluation and NCLEX passage before licensure.
How do I apply for Clinical Nurse jobs at University of Kansas Medical Center?
You can find and apply for Clinical Nurse openings at KUMC directly through their careers portal, or use Migrate Mate to browse roles specifically tied to visa sponsorship history at KUMC. When applying, include your current visa status, authorization end date, and any credential evaluation documentation upfront so HR can assess sponsorship feasibility early in the process.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for Clinical Nurses at University of Kansas Medical Center?
Timeline depends on the visa type. An H-1B petition with USCIS standard processing takes three to five months after filing, though premium processing can cut that to 15 business days. If KUMC pursues an EB-3 Green Card, add 12 to 18 months for DOL PERM labor certification before the USCIS I-140 petition stage. Starting conversations with HR about sponsorship intentions early in the offer process helps prevent surprises.
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