Clinical Research Nurse

Responsibilities

• Coordination of research studies conducted by Mercy Research
• Day-to-day operational tasks related to clinical trials
• Volunteer recruitment, drug/device/supply inventory maintenance
• Interaction with physicians, nurses, office staff, patients, and clinical monitors
• Collection, compilation, documentation and analysis of clinical research data while following local, state and federal regulations
• Assisting in training and preceptor duties
• Communication and relationship building with sponsors and CROs

Requirements

• Nursing Diploma, Nursing Associate's degree or Nursing Bachelor's degree
• Registered Nurse with valid license in state of practice
• 2 years nursing experience for bachelor's degree, 3 years nursing experience for Associate's degree or diploma program
• Ability to perform basic patient assessments, e.g. vital signs, spirometry, ECGs, phlebotomy, blood glucose monitoring, or willingness to learn
• Excellent communication skills, particularly in face-to-face encounters with healthcare professionals and the public
• Ability to interact with health professionals in a respectful and assertive manner
• Working knowledge of computer applications, including the Internet and all Microsoft Office components, modems, printers and other computer accessories
• Above average proficiency in mathematics, including a working knowledge of the metric system
• Ability to work effectively in groups and independently with a high level of efficiency in problem identification and problem‑solving

Certifications & Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license
• Nursing Diploma
• Nursing Associate's degree
• Nursing Bachelor's degree