Nurse Practitioner

About Us:

At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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Job Posting Title:

Nurse Practitioner

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUPBRC Cores - COIS - Operations (Celeste M Waguespack (00006036))

Work Location:

LSU - Pennington Biomedical

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

Summary Description: (overall purpose and objectives of the position)

Will perform nurse practitioner duties and assume responsibility and accountability for medical assessment of research participants. The role of this position is to provide patients with direct healthcare and perform research procedures under the supervision of a licensed physician.

Job Responsibilities: (List essential duties and responsibilities to accomplish the job)

• Schedule laboratory studies, diagnostic procedures, and explain to volunteers the necessary preparation, nature and anticipated effects of protocols to the patient.
• This individual will serve as assistant to the Director of Nursing in supervising all services’, functions and activities of the nursing staff working in the inpatient clinic.
• Perform histories, physicals, biopsies, IV procedures, and other protocol specific procedures on participants.
• Oversee clamp procedures, will sign off on medical orders and give verbal orders when necessary.
• Prescribe medications listed in the approved institutional formulary as a function delegated by the physician consultant(s) to the practice.
• Provide anticipatory guidance, screening and health education to patients to promote and maintain health.
• Will be responsible for interpreting policies, procedures, standards and regulations for personnel, patients, medical staff and the public.
• Compile budgets for upcoming studies and track expenses incurred by the inpatient unit.
• Other daily functions may include adjusting staff for adequate coverage, consulting with directors or other clinical administration on staffing needs, serving as a clinical resource and professional role model, investigator of complaints of patients, nursing staff and medical staff.
  
  

Skills, Education and Experienced Required:

Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Extensive computer and software utilization skills
• Ability to efficiently work and interact with personnel at all levels within the organization
  
  

Education

• Masters’ Degree in Nursing, possession of current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Louisiana, and Board Certified as an advanced Practitioner of Nursing (ANA, NAACOG, NAPNAP, ANCC, AANP).
  
  

Experience

• Experience with reading/assessing EKG’s, phlebotomy, and IV skills required.
• At least three years’ experience in an clinical setting preferred.
• At least two years’ experience in direct clinical research to include clinical protocol and consent development and implementation preferred.
  
  

Physical Abilities: (Describe the physical demands pertinent to job, i.e. standing, walking, lifting, etc.)

• Tasks require variety of physical activities such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting and reaching. Continuous talking, hearing and seeing is required in the normal course of performing the job.
• Common eye, hand, and finger dexterity required to perform some essential functions.
• Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, and creative problem solving.
  
  

Working Conditions: (Particular working conditions i.e. work environment, hours of work, travel, etc.)

• Work performed within a typical clinic setting during standard weekday hours. Evening and weekend hours may be required under special conditions.
• Occasional travel may be required in normal course of job performance.
  
  

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Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Nurse Practitioner

Posting Date:

April 20, 2022

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC.

Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to hrm@pbrc.edu.

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Essential Position (Y/N):

Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pennington Biomedical Research Center and LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management at hrm@pbrc.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Protocol:

Pennington Biomedical requires the COVID-19 vaccine for all students, faculty, and staff or, for those with an approved exemption, the employee must participate in mandatory biweekly testing. New employees must either submit proof of vaccination or apply for and be granted an exemption prior to their official start date.

Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or hrm@pbrc.edu.