RN Nurse - Research

Job Description

The Clinical Research Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in the successful execution of clinical trials at Mills Clinical Research (MCR). This role integrates clinical nursing practice with research operations to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient conduct of studies while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

• Perform protocol-specific procedures, including physical assessments, specimen collection, phlebotomy, injections, IV placement and administration, and preparation and administration of investigational products, in accordance with study requirements and physician orders.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete documentation of all clinical and research activities in source documents, electronic health records, and case report forms (CRFs/eCRFs).
• Support participant recruitment, screening, and enrollment by reviewing medical records, assessing eligibility criteria, and educating potential participants on study requirements.
• Obtain and document informed consent in compliance with regulatory and ethical standards prior to initiation of any study-related procedures.
• Monitor participant safety by reviewing laboratory results, performing medication reconciliation, identifying, reporting, and promptly escalating adverse events and clinical concerns to the PI and Sub-I.
• Dispense investigational products in accordance with protocol, ensuring proper verification, documentation, and participant education.
• Collect, process, handle, and ship biological specimens per protocol and laboratory requirements, maintaining chain of custody and specimen integrity.
• Collaborate with investigators, director, manager, clinical research coordinators, lab technician, and sponsor representatives to support study conduct, including participation in monitoring visits, audits, and sponsor communications.
• Maintain study compliance by adhering to GCP, protocol requirements, SOPs, and regulatory standards; support quality assurance activities and corrective actions as needed.
• Provide patient-centered care in a respectful, non-judgmental manner that supports diverse populations and promotes participant engagement and retention.
• Educate participants on study procedures, investigational treatments, and follow-up requirements to ensure understanding and protocol adherence.
• Maintain a safe and compliant clinical environment by following infection control standards, medication handling procedures, and safety protocols.
• Support inventory management of clinical and research supplies, including investigational product accountability as applicable.
• Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and operational efficiency across studies.
• Participate and prepare for team meetings, protocol trainings, and ongoing education to maintain staff and site competencies and stay current with evolving research and clinical practices.
• Provide cross-functional support to research staff, including Director, Manager, Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), Medical Assistants (MAs), Investigators, and Providers, as needed to ensure successful study execution.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support clinical and research operations.

Qualifications

• Valid license as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of California required.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required.
• Experience of working on clinical trials required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in direct patient care strongly preferred.
• Experience in HIV/AIDS Treatment and Prevention preferred.
• Basic knowledge of other infectious diseases and state/federal reporting requirements.
• Demonstrate knowledge of effects of psychosocial needs, trauma history, and cognitive/behavioral/motivational functioning on health-related behavior and exhibit ability to intervene appropriately and effectively.
• Have the appropriate level of behavioral maturity and patience in handling a variety of patient types and needs.
• Able to work effectively with all people of diverse races, ethnicities, ages, gender identities, and sexual orientation in a multicultural environment.

Company Requirements

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, physical, and a background check to include a 7-year criminal, 10-year SSN & employer history reference check.
• Must be able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination on the first day of work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Must take yearly flu shot or wear flu mask during flu season for patient-facing positions and test for tuberculosis as required by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.