Nurse Practitioner

Job Title

Research APP (Advanced Practice Provider, e.g., NP/PA) Nurse

Job Description

A Research APP (Advanced Practice Provider, e.g., NP/PA) Nurse job involves managing clinical trials, ensuring participant safety, administering study protocols (vitals, meds, labs), collecting & documenting data per FDA/IRB rules, educating patients on trials, and collaborating with investigators, often focusing on specific therapeutic areas like oncology or rare diseases, while ensuring ethical standards and regulatory compliance are met.

Location

Augusta University Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912 Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) is one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with 304 students per class. The MCG educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, with regional clinical campuses for third- and fourth-year students across the state, and two four-year campuses located in Athens (in partnership with the University of Georgia) and in Savannah (in partnership with Georgia Southern University). MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently provide more than 350 sites where students can experience the full spectrum of medicine, from complex care hospitals to small-town solo practices. MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education to approximately 575 residents and fellows in 50 different Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-approved programs. Our researchers and clinicians focus on what most impacts the health of Georgia's and America's children and adults, including cardiovascular biology and disease, cancer, neurosciences and behavioral sciences, public and preventive health, regenerative and reparative medicine, personalized medicine and genomics. Our physician faculty also share their expertise with physicians and patients at about 100 clinics and hospitals statewide.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Patient care Recruit, screen, enroll, and provide holistic care for study participants, including monitoring for adverse events and managing side effects. Education & Consent Obtain informed consent and educate patients about the trial. Collaboration Work closely with investigators, sponsors, other clinicians, and research staff. Protocol Management Implement study protocols, administer study drugs/treatments, collect samples (blood, urine), perform ECGs, and conduct assessments. Reporting May involve writing reports, preparing grant applications, and presenting findings. Regulatory Compliance Maintain essential regulatory documents and adhere to ethical standards. Leadership May involve supervising junior staff, managing supplies, or coordinating multi-site studies. Other duties as assigned Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from a Nurse Practitioner (NP) program from an accredited college or university. Certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body. Active and unrestricted licensure to practice nursing from the Georgia Board of Nursing and via protocol with the Georgia Composite Medical Board. Must maintain status as a certified NP, including completion of all requirements for continuing nursing and medical education or recertification. Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification. Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider ACLS certification or obtain within first year of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES Ability to maintain confidentiality Detail-oriented Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position) Pay Band: B16 Salary Minimum: $95,200/annually Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position. Recruitment Period: 3/6/26 - Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today! Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.