Clinical Trial Registered Nurse - RN

Clinical Research Nurse
This position sits within The Fenway Institute (TFI), the research, education, and policy department of Fenway Health. Reporting to the Associate Medical Director and under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and other TFI Leadership, the Clinical Research Nurse (RN) supports the implementation of research studies in the Biomedical Research department.
This position is grant-funded and is dependent on the availability of continued grant support for the assigned study/studies. Provides Clinical Care for Research Protocols
Monitor study participants' health before, during, and after research study visits.
Assist study providers with adverse event monitoring and reporting
Perform clinical procedures, in collaboration with study providers, that includes but is not limited to: obtaining vital signs, administering injections, performing symptom-directed physical exams, collecting detailed health histories, conducting sexual health risk-reduction counseling, performing electrocardiograms, and sample collection (i.e., Translate clinical information for non-clinical research staff (e.g., Maintain the emergency crash cart on the research floor
Assist the Non-Clinical Team with Participant Interaction and Data Collection
Explain study procedures and risks/benefits to participants.
Confirm participant eligibility and assist with or perform tasks like administering surveys, collecting biological samples (e.g., Accurately and comprehensively complete visit notes, data collection instruments, case report forms, etc.
Data Management and Documentation
Ensure timely and accurate entry of data into study files, including paper files and electronic databases (e.g., REDCap, EDC systems), and keep organized and complete source document files, including signed consent forms, case report forms, and lab reports.
Assist in data cleaning and audit preparation: Monitor the quality of collected data through routine and ad hoc quality assurance and quality improvement activities (e.g., record review, monitor visit preparation, completion of visit checklists) and respond to data queries.
Share study information to Fenway Health staff, patients, and community.
Provide updates and help resolve logistical or compliance issues.
Support training and onboarding: Help train research staff on vital signs, phlebotomy, and other clinical support tasks
Administrative and Logistical Support
Coordinate Clinic-based Studies: Depending on interest, assist or lead the coordination of research protocols, especially those that require integration with the Fenway Health clinic team.
Manage supplies and equipment: Track, maintain, and order study-specific materials.
Monitor and track institutional, state level and federal level policies impacting participant population and research; develop knowledge of field by completing pertinent trainings, attending didactics, reading academic journals, articles and other relevant publications, attending conferences, seminars, forums, trainings and other presentations.
Adheres to all agency and departmental policies and procedures
Serves on agency committees and in professional organizations when requested
Work harmoniously and effectively with colleagues, patients, clients and vendors across the spectrum of diversity, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic status, national origin and immigrant status, religious or spiritual identity, disability (physical, mental, emotional and developmental), veteran status, and/or limited English proficiency.
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Bachelor's degree in a health-related field
This includes engaging constructively with colleagues, patients, clients, and vendors in a manner that reflects professionalism, empathy, and cultural awareness, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or other protected characteristics as defined by applicable law.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

• Phlebotomy and IV placement experience
• Excellent health history and physical assessment skills
• Working knowledge of HIV and STI pathophysiology, prevention, and treatment
• Experience and comfort working with gender, racial, and sexual diverse populations as well as with people who use substances, including people living with HIV

Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment

including comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans, and a retirement plan with employer match. We also provide 12 paid holidays, paid vacation, and more. LGBTQIA+ identified persons, Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC), and individuals from other historically underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a union position in a Fenway Health bargaining unit represented by 1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East.
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