Clinical Research Nurse II (RN's & LPN's) / Madison, WI (On-Site)

<p></p><p>***Free Parking***</p><p></p><p>As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four <b>Early Phase Clinical Research Units</b> in the UK and US.</p><p></p><p>We are currently seeking <b>Clinical</b> <b>Research Nurses, </b>to interact directly with our healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols and enjoy working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. Each day is different, you will be <span>exposed to a wide variety of Therapeutic Indications and study types (ascending dose, first-in-human, food effect, drug to drug interactions, etc.)</span></p><p></p><p>This is a full-time, <b>office/clinic-based </b>job in <b><span>Madison, WI</span></b></p><p></p><p>If you join us, you will work with some of the world´s leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies in a vital stage of clinical development: establishing the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of a new drug.</p><p></p><p>Many Nurses are drawn to their profession because of its direct impact on patient care. If this is your case, you will not miss that working in Phase 1 trials. Whilst allowing you to have a close face-to-face relationship with participants, and as you continue to practice your clinical skills and knowledge, <span>you´ll be involved with the latest medical technologies and treatments, witnessing their development firsthand. When the drug you worked with gets approved, you know you´ll touch many patient´s lives around the world. </span></p><p></p><p>WHAT YOU WILL DO:</p><p>You will utilize your skills, knowledge, and clinical judgement to provide a high standard of care clinical research.</p><p></p><p><b>Other key responsibilities</b>:</p><ul><li><p>Accurately perform blood pressure, venipuncture, weights, pulse, respiratory rate, and temperature readings</p></li><li><p>Preparation and accurate recording of ECGs/Holters</p></li><li><p>Collection and processing of biological samples as specified in the protocol and ensures the proper distribution of those samples</p></li><li><p>Monitors meals to ensure dietary compliance by research participants</p></li><li><p>Assist in the preparation of rooms and medical equipment</p></li><li><p>Assist with screening procedures as needed</p></li><li><p>Maintain a clean, safe and efficient working and study environment</p></li><li><p>Other duties as assigned</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>YOU NEED TO BRING…</b></p><ul><li><p>Associate degree/BS in nursing with current licensure in applicable state.</p></li><li><p>CPR/AED certified</p></li><li><p>ACLS Certified</p></li><li><p>2-3 years nursing experience</p></li><li><p>Additional experience may be substituted for education requirements</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p>The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is:</p><ul><li><p><b><span>Fast paced</span></b>: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue.</p></li><li><p><b><span>Changing priorities constantly</span></b> asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.</p></li><li><p><b><span>Teamwork </span></b>and<b><span> people skills</span></b> are essential for the study to run smoothly.</p></li><li><p><b><span>Technology based</span></b>. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What do you get?</b></p><p>Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including but not limited to:</p><ul><li><p>Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD (multiple insurance carriers)</p></li><li><p>401(K)</p></li><li><p>Paid time off (PTO)</p></li><li><p>Employee recognition awards</p></li><li><p>Multiple ERG’s (employee resource groups)</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><i>Physical Requirements:</i></b></p><ul><li><span><i>Ability to work in an upright and /or stationary position for 6-8 hours per day.</i></span></li><li><span><i>Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.</i></span></li><li><span><i>Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.</i></span></li><li><span><i>Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.</i></span></li><li><span><i>Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.</i></span></li><li><span><i>Regular and consistent attendance.</i></span></li><li><span><i>Varied hours may be required.</i></span></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><span>Learn more about our </span><a href="https://careers.fortrea.com/us/en/eeo-and-accommodations" target="_blank">EEO &amp; Accommodations request here</a><span>.</span></p>