Research Clinic Nurse (PRN)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position: Research Clinic Nurse (PRN)

The (PRN) Research Clinic Nurse ensures safe and accurate screening, enrollment, and assessment of clinical trial participants in compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards. This role supports the integrity of research data and participant well-being by performing thorough medical evaluations, managing informed consent processes, and delivering high-quality care throughout the study lifecycle.

Position Summary

The Research Clinic Nurse serves as the primary point of contact for screening, enrolling, and assessing participants in clinical trial studies. This role ensures compliance with study protocols through accurate medical history collection, physical assessments, and documentation. Reporting to the Clinic Manager, the nurse manages day-to-day clinic functions, including participant visits, informed consent processes, and protocol-specific procedures. Responsibilities include monitoring participant health, performing assessments, assisting with treatments, and maintaining high standards of confidentiality, regulatory compliance, and customer service. The position requires proactive communication, adherence to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), and commitment to quality care throughout the research process.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

The Research Clinic Nurse position reports directly to the Clinic Manager and is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day clinic functions, including study participant clinic visits. The Research Clinic Nurse role and responsibilities include but are not limited to the ability to do:

• Ensures the confidentiality of clinical trial study participants and sponsors are respected
• Verifies participant identification prior to all study procedures
• Completes Informed Consent processes with potential study participants, including answering study-related questions, ensuring study participants understanding of Informed Consent documents, and completing required documentation per site SOP
• Collects information for the documentation of inclusion/exclusion criteria including demographics, medication and medical history
• Reviews all relevant study-related materials including Informed Consent, Protocol, and Source Documents, and acknowledges understanding of study materials as directed by clinic regulatory requirements
• Completes protocol-specific documentation in paper and digital sources using ALCOA documentation principles
• Assists in protocol-required procedures, as necessary, including vital signs and ECG measurements
• Assesses and documents changes to participant health as applicable per protocol using site SOPs and GCPs
• Monitors study participants during and after protocol-specific treatments, provide medical intervention as directed, and document all actions using ALCO documentation principles
• Trains study participants on protocol-specific education and documentation materials
• Maintains and advocates a high level of customer service and quality within the department
• Proactively communicates issues and/or problem resolutions to the department manager.
• Checks and responds to all forms of clinical communication in a timely and professional manner
• Manages study follow ups and assesses any changes to health

Education and Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working in healthcare or clinic setting
• 1+ years of clinical research experience required
• Graduate from an accredited Nursing program with an Associate or Bachelor's Degree
• Licensed Practical Nurse required
• Registered Nurse preferred
• ACRP certification is a plus
• BLS obtained within 30 days of employment
• ACLS obtained within 6 months of employment

Skills and Competencies

• General knowledge of general office practices
• Knowledge of medical terminology and common medications required
• Experienced in customer service, including in-person and telephone communication
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with a team or independently
• Ability to manage small personal projects
• Ability to learn, retain, and organize information related to clinical research
• Self-motivated to improve knowledge and skills
• Time management skills
• Organizational skills
• Detail oriented
• Demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving skill
• Ability to respond to the urgent needs of the team
• Strong track record of meeting deadlines

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands along with fingers, to handle or feel
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Why JCCT?

JCCT has provided exceptional customer service to clients, volunteers, and vendors for the last 20 years. This team effort has resulted in our company getting recognized as one of the best clinical research sites in the United States.

We are actively growing through acquisition and organic growth and need high performing individuals to help support our continued success. Our clients come from all over the world to place a study at our research sites. We are proud of what we have accomplished and invite you to explore career opportunities with us. JCCT makes a promise to support, accept and respect you as an individual, in our family focused environment.

Our vision is to make a difference in our world to help improve the health and wellbeing of others through pharmaceutical research and the processes of drug development. Our impact is driven by genuine care, support and customer service provided to our employees, volunteers, and sponsors.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and the opportunity for personal growth and satisfaction, we encourage you to apply at JCCT. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unleash your potential and apply today!

EEO

JCCT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants. We value diversity at our company, and it is our policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Salary Description

$55.00 per hour