Clinical Trials Nurse-temporary

Job Title: Clinical Research Nurse I (Night Shift)

This Clinical Research Nurse I role focuses on providing high-quality nursing care to clinical trial participants while ensuring their safety, informed consent, and privacy throughout study execution. The position is based in a clinical research unit in the suburbs of Kansas City and primarily covers overnight shifts, with flexibility for variable hours and potential day-shift opportunities for experienced clinical research nurses. The nurse follows study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while supporting clinical operations and contributing to a culture of patient safety and excellent customer service.

Ensure the safety and informed consent of clinical trial participants throughout the duration of each study.

Safeguard the privacy and confidentiality of clinical trial participants and sponsor information at all times.

Carry out clinical trial procedures in accordance with study protocols, GCP guidelines, and established SOPs.

Perform ongoing monitoring and safety evaluations for clinical trial participants during their stay in the unit.

Observe and document participant responses and adverse events, ensuring appropriate follow-up and escalation.

Identify opportunities to enhance safety practices within the clinical research unit and communicate recommendations to leadership.

Serve as a mentor and resource to members of the Clinical Operations team, supporting their development and performance.

Coordinate Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) training sessions for Clinical Operations staff as needed.

Promote and uphold high standards of customer service, quality, and patient safety within the department.

Provide training to staff on clinical trial processes relevant to their roles and responsibilities.

Proactively escalate issues, concerns, and potential risks to supervisors and management, while sharing proposed solutions.

Contribute to patient recruitment efforts for clinical trials as needed.

Maintain readiness and proper functioning of safety equipment within the clinical research unit.

Adhere to variable hour staffing requirements, including providing availability for at least four shifts per month.

Follow proper call-off procedures immediately in the event of vacations, illness, or family emergencies that affect shift availability.

If changing availability with less than one weeks notice, arrange coverage for any assigned shifts and obtain approval from the supervisor and scheduling department.

Active Registered Nurse (RN) qualification with the ability to practice in Kansas.

Ability to work overnight shifts, preferably Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday in four 10-hour blocks, with flexibility for approximately 30 hours per week if needed.

Ability to provide availability for at least four shifts per month, with each shift availability being at least four hours in length.

Effective communication skills to share study updates, escalate issues, and collaborate with clinical operations staff and leadership.

Commitment to maintaining participant confidentiality and safeguarding sensitive information.

Ability to mentor and serve as a resource for other team members within Clinical Operations.

Reliability in following scheduling, call-off, and shift coverage procedures for variable hour employment.

Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) knowledge is beneficial, especially for coordinating staff training.

No prior clinical research experience is required; training on clinical trial processes will be provided.

Familiarity with clinical research and clinical trial environments is a plus.

Strong customer service orientation and dedication to high standards of patient safety and quality.

Comfort working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary clinical operations team.

The role is based in a dedicated clinical research unit located in a suburb of Kansas City. The environment is protocol-driven, with a strong emphasis on patient safety, quality of care, and regulatory compliance. Nurses work closely with clinical operations staff and study teams to execute clinical trials, using standard clinical equipment and maintaining safety equipment in ready status. The position primarily involves overnight shifts, with a preferred schedule of Friday through Monday in four 10-hour shifts, though there is flexibility for approximately 30 hours per week. The role operates within a variable hour staffing program, meaning hours are not guaranteed and schedules are determined by business needs and available shifts. Variable hour employees must provide availability for at least four shifts per month, with each availability block being at least four hours. In this environment, adherence to scheduling procedures, call-off protocols, and shift coverage requirements is essential. The culture emphasizes mentorship, ongoing training, and continuous improvement of safety practices, offering opportunities to coordinate and participate in BLS and ALS training sessions for staff.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Overland Park, KS.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

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)

Employee Assistance Program

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

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