Clinical Research Nurse
At Headlands Research, we are dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery within our communities. As a leading network of advanced clinical trial sites, we leverage cutting-edge technology and exceptional support services to broaden outreach and participation. Founded in 2018, our rapidly growing company currently operates 20+ sites across the US and Canada, with plans for further expansion.
Championing Diversity in Clinical Trials
Diversity isn't just a checkbox for us—it's central to our mission. We're committed to advancing medical science by promoting diversity in every facet of clinical trial research. From our team composition to participant demographics, inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do.
The Role of a Lifetime
Are you ready to make a difference? We're seeking an experienced Clinical Research Nurse to help us grow our Headlands Research Eastern Massachusetts site located in Plymouth, MA. The Clinical Research Nurse is a flexible and essential member of the research team, skilled in performing a wide range of duties that support the site’s operational and clinical objectives. Key responsibilities include preparing and administering therapies, including IV infusions, monitoring study participants, and thoroughly documenting all clinical activities. This role also encompasses conducting intake procedures and performing cognitive assessments. The Clinical Research Nurse is expected to maintain clear and effective communication with the clinical trial team to promote participant safety, protocol compliance, and overall satisfaction.
Type: Full-Time
Pay: Competitive and dependent upon years of experience as a research nurse and experience with infusions.
Location: Onsite in Plymouth, MA
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Responsibilities:
- Conducts patient health assessments and medication administration
- Obtains IV access through peripheral IV initiation
- Prepares and administers a variety of specialized intravenous or injectable pharmacological treatments.
- Provides study participant care by utilizing the skills of observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, counseling, health teaching, and reporting any adverse events to immediate supervisor or required stakeholders.
- Performs routine nursing duties in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Performs specialized nursing procedures for which recognized training and current competency have been demonstrated and completed.
- Observes and documents study participant conditions.
- Acts as a resource to other nurses by providing support and direction as needed.
- Understands and implements infection prevention practices.
- Participates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities.
- Adheres to Headlands EMA policies and procedures.
- Participates in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives
- Participates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Is responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
- Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information.
- Completes other tasks as requested.
- Maintains knowledge of study protocols, including inclusion and exclusion criteria for each study protocol in order to assist with screening potential study participants for participation as part of our recruitment process.
- Contact potential study participants who have requested information on our enrolling studies
Qualifications:
- Current and unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Massachusetts required.
- Previous experience with providing multiple daily infusions required
- Neurology experience highly preferred
- Graduation from an accredited nursing education program with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or equivalent preferred, but not required
- Exceptional peripheral IV initiation skills
- Exceptional clinical assessment skills
- Strong communication skills
- Able to manage relationships with exceptional customer service
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to handle difficult situations
- Able to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Able to perform and prioritize multiple functions and tasks
- Able to read and interpret technical instructions related to clinical care
Headlands Research will never ask a candidate for personal identifiable information (date of birth, social security number, driver’s license information, etc) via email or messenger tools, or for a financial deposit of any kind.
Headlands Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Need Assistance?
Headlands Research is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact recruiting@headlandsresearch.com for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
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- If you do have relatives who currently work at Headlands Research or any of its subsidiaries, please list their full legal name. optional
- What are your salary or pay expectations?
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- How many years of experience do you have in the clinical trials research industry?
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- Please select the highest level of education you have completed.
- Do you have relatives who currently work at Headlands Research or any of its subsidiaries?
- Has your license to practice in any state ever been suspended, revoked, voluntarily or involuntarily surrended, been subject to a consent or stipulation order, not renewed, denied renewal, or has probation ever been invoked?
- Have you ever been denied membership or renewal thereof, or been subject to disciplinary action in any medical organization?
- How would you rate your skill level in starting peripheral IV lines, particularly in challenging elderly patients who have difficult vein access?
- Mailing Address: State/Province/Territory
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- Have you ever been employed or contracted with Headlands Research or any of its entities? Note: If you are a current employee of Headlands Research, please apply using our Internal Careers Page on the intranet.
- Do you have previous experience providing daily or weekly infusions?
- Are you 18 years of age or older? If "No", offer for regular employment is subject to verification and legal minimum age requirements, and possibly parental consent. As a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof of age/identity.
- Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship? (Answer Yes if your current authorization is temporary or tied to a specific employer, and you will need the company to petition for a new visa, like an H-1B, for you to work long-term)
- Are you legally authorized to work in the country in which this position is posted? (Answer Yes if you are a citizen, green card holder, or currently possess a valid visa/EAD. Answer No if you are on any visa.)