Research Nurse

Job Description

This position involves working in a rotating three-shift system, with a weekend shift every other week. Shift start times can vary between 5 AM to 7 AM for the first shift, 2 PM to 4 PM for the second shift, and 10 PM to 12 Midnight for the third shift. Each shift is either 8,10 or 12 hours. Schedules are typically set 2-3 weeks in advance. The role focuses on conducting clinical trials with a strong emphasis on the safety and welfare of study participants.

Responsibilities

• Enroll patients into clinical trials and manage the Informed Consent (ICF) process by educating and informing participants of study procedures.
• Utilize skills, knowledge, nursing diagnosis, and clinical judgment to provide a high standard of care for participants in clinical trials.
• Use nursing assessment skills to observe participant general well-being and potential adverse events.
• Document adverse events and take appropriate action as needed.
• Perform study-related activities such as Cannulation, telemetry, holters, vital signs, ECGs, and venipuncture.
• Collect and process biological samples according to the protocol and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Record data obtained in a timely, error-free manner according to the protocol and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Transcribe source data onto the Case Report Form.

Essential Skills

• Registered Nurse (RN) - Active and in Good Standing in Wisconsin.
• Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree in Nursing (ASN or BSN).
• 0-3 years of nursing experience in a patient-facing setting.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with 0-3 years of nursing experience, Active and in Good Standing in Wisconsin.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with clinical research.
• CPR and ACLS Certifications.

Work Environment

The candidate will work in a Phase I Clinical Research Unit in Madison, WI. This is an excellent opportunity for an RN or LPN to gain experience and training in the Clinical Research space with room for advancement in clinical and regulatory fields. Extensive training in clinical research, as well as study-specific training, is provided.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MADISON, WI.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $39.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits 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) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in MADISON,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.

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