Research Nurse

Job Description

Research Nurse 1496994

• Hourly pay: $55/hr
• Worksite: Leading university (Stanford, CA 94305 - Onsite)
• W2 Employment, Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement Savings Program, PSL
• 20 hours/week, 3 Month Assignment

A leading university is seeking a Research Nurse to support clinical research studies focused on well-being, cancer prevention, and Asian American health. Working within the Hsing Lab, this role will provide direct clinical support to research participants while ensuring adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and high standards of participant care.

Research Nurse Responsibilities:

• Lead clinical components of participant study visits by obtaining vital signs, performing anthropometric measurements, conducting 12-lead ECGs, spirometry assessments, and collecting blood, urine, and saliva specimens in accordance with research protocols.
• Administer protocol-required interventions and medications, including albuterol via inhaler and valved holding chamber, while monitoring participants for adverse reactions and ensuring appropriate documentation and follow-up.
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), study protocols, School of Medicine policies, California Board of Registered Nursing standards, the California Nurse Practice Act, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Utilize electronic data capture systems and maintain accurate study documentation, including clinical assessments, participant records, protocol deviations, adverse events, and regulatory documentation.
• Collaborate with investigators, research staff, and study participants to provide education, coordinate study activities, support participant needs, and provide guidance to research support personnel as needed.
• Contribute to the successful execution of clinical research studies by implementing protocol procedures, maintaining participant safety and confidentiality, and supporting ongoing operational and regulatory requirements.

Research Nurse Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably within a research setting.
• Bachelors degree in Nursing or equivalent.
• Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current Basic CPR certification.
• Clinical experience with blood draws and specimen collection.
• Experience working with research participants from diverse age groups and backgrounds.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), regulatory compliance, and clinical research standards.
• Experience in identifying adverse reactions to study treatments and documenting findings according to protocol requirements.
• Experience with electronic data capture systems and database management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain medical and research-related information effectively.
• Experience providing work direction to research support staff preferred.
• A valid California drivers license.

Shift:

• Monday, Friday, 7:30 am to 2:00 pm.
• Initially, 20 hours per week, and can be extended up to 40 hours per week in the future.