Research RN-Full Time

About Company:

Evolution Research Group (ERG) is dedicated to delivering high-quality Phase I–IV clinical trial execution to help sponsors bring lifesaving and life-enhancing therapies to market quickly and safely. Founded in 2014, ERG has grown into a leading neuroscience clinical development company, with affiliate sites across the U.S. and deep expertise in clinical pharmacology, psychiatry, neurology, acute pain, and metabolic disorders. ERG has completed over 5,000 trials and continues to expand into high-need therapeutic areas in the U.S. and globally.

Why join us? We offer a supportive culture, meaningful work, and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research alongside industry leaders. Plus, we offer competitive benefits include medical and dental coverage, a matching 401(k), and paid time off to recharge.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (RN) assists with the conduct of clinical trials through dispensing investigational drugs, the collection of biological samples, performing venipuncture, electrocardiograms, tube labeling, sample processing, documenting in subject charts, and other related tasks in accordance with the doctor’s written orders. In executing these responsibilities, the Unit Clinician is guided by Good Clinical Practices (GCP).

Responsibilities:

  • Dispense and collect investigational products, routine medications, and PRN medications while subjects are housed on the site observation unit as dictated by written orders.
  • Perform appropriate research protocol procedures which may include but are not limited to vital signs, blood collection and processing, ECGs, and point of care laboratory tests.
  • Perform basic lab procedures including but not limited to preparation of specimen tubes and labels, blood specimen collection, centrifuge operation, storing and shipping of lab specimens, accountability of specimens and notification of courier for specimen pick-ups.
  • Ensure that biological specimens are disposed of appropriately.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
  • Study, learn and comply with ERG site standard operating procedures, and other policies, practices, and regulations where applicable.
  • Additionally, this role may encompass responsibilities beyond those outlined above, as required by the evolving needs of the organization. This job description is intended as a foundation and may be subject to expansion or modification to best suit ERG’s objectives.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Education and experience
    • Graduate / completion of approved accredited school of nursing. Education and requirements will be determined by the site need and protocol requirements.
    • Valid License as an RN in the state of practice; maintain current license.
    • Must have a minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience.
    • CPR Certification required, ACLS preferred for RN.
    • Phlebotomy certification (national) preferred.
    • Understand regulatory requirements, as well as Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.
    • Communicate with providers, co-workers, and others in a collaborative and courteous manner.
    • Knowledgeable in medical terminology to communicate with physician office and staff.
    • Able to initiate or modify behavior to achieve desired outcomes despite environmental factors, priorities, or problems that might not be well defined or that are subject to change.
  • Requirements
    • Ability to work independently and as a team player.
    • Ability to organize and prioritize within a changing environment.
    • Uses safety/universal precautions to protect self, subjects and staff.
    • Able to appropriately implement protocol and regulatory requirements in study conduct.
    • Proficient in venipuncture, centrifugation, sample storage and performing electrocardiogram.
    • Excellent documentation practices
    • Good organizational and interpersonal skills
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