CRN - Ames, IA

We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Research Nurse to perform technical and clinical requirements of study protocols. This role involves a variety of clinical tasks such as venipuncture, specimen processing, vital signs monitoring, and more, all aimed at supporting clinical research trials.

• Perform technical and clinical procedures necessary for study protocols, including venipuncture, specimen processing, and injections.
• Attend investigator meetings and site initiation visits for training on drug preparation and administration.
• Monitor for possible complications with the administration of study drugs, focusing on injections or intravenous infusions.
• Maintain accurate dispensing logs and document laboratory data and adverse reactions, notifying relevant parties of unexpected events.
• Actively recruit and effectively communicate with potential patient participants for clinical trials.
• Complete training on Clinical Trial Management System and maintain skills for database updates and participant reimbursements.
• Communicate the status of patient referrals and overall recruitment to investigators and site manager.
• Build relationships with monitors from sponsoring companies and promote the site for future trials.
• Prepare study documentation for audits and assist auditors during the process.
• Order clinical supplies and manage protocol-specific rescue drugs and assessment equipment.
• Maintain and monitor temperatures for refrigerators, freezer units, and investigational product storage.
• Act as OSHA Representative, maintaining employee immunization records and administering vaccines.
• Perform equipment calibration and support training and development of clinical skills for site staff.
• Travel to other sites within the network may be required to support workload increases or projects.

• Registered Nurse with active RN license for the applicable state.
• 1+ years of prior Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)/Clinical Research Nurse (CRN)/Research experience is ideal.
• Experience in IV Insertion, vaccination, phlebotomy.

• Experience in chart review, patient recruitment, electronic data capture (EDC), and electronic medical records (EMR).
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and pre-screening patients.
• 2+ years of nursing experience if no prior research experience.

This position requires working 5 days on-site, Monday through Friday, for a total of 40 hours per week. The role offers the opportunity to support one of the largest site networks in the US, with potential for career advancement within the organization.