Clinical Research Nurse

Clinical Research Nurse Ames, IA. Responsibilities Perform venipuncture, specimen processing, vital signs, ECGs Perform IV infusions, IV pump operations, Holter monitoring Perform pulmonary function testing, allergy testing Perform urine/serum pregnancy testing, strep throat screening Administer injections (IM/SQ) Attend investigator meetings, site initiation visits, and coordinator meetings. Administer study drugs and monitor for complications. Maintain accurate dispensing logs and documentation. Document lab data and adverse reactions; notify investigators/sponsors/IRB as needed. Actively recruit and engage participants for clinical trials. Maintain and update Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS). Communicate recruitment status and clinical needs to investigators and site manager. Build and maintain relationships with study monitors and sponsors. Prepare documentation for audits and assist auditors. Order and manage clinical supplies and rescue drugs. Monitor and maintain temperature logs for lab specimens and investigational products. Package and ship specimens using dry ice per certification standards. Serve as OSHA Representative for the site, including vaccine administration to staff. Calibrate clinical equipment and maintain records. Support training and development of site staff. Travel to other network sites may be required based on workload and project needs. Qualifications 1+ year of prior CRC/CRN/clinical research experience preferred. Minimum 2+ years of nursing experience if no research experience. Experience with IV insertion, vaccinations, and phlebotomy required. Active RN license in the state of Iowa required. CPR certification required. Job Type & Location Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr. Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type Fully onsite position in Ames, IA. Application Deadline Anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2025. Equal Opportunity Employer The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr