Research Nurse I (Overnight shift) - Dallas, TX

As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US.

We are currently seeking a Research Nurse, 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 exposed to a wide variety of Therapeutic Indications and study types (ascending dose, first-in-human, food effect, drug to drug interactions, etc.)

This is a full-time, overnight shift (8pm-6:30am) schedule, office/clinic-based position in Dallas, TX.

If you join us, you will work with some of the worlds leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies in a vital stage of clinical development: establishing the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of a new drug.

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, youll be involved with the latest medical technologies and treatments, witnessing their development firsthand. When the drug you worked with gets approved, you know youll touch many patients lives around the world.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Learn. And grow. No two days will be the same; and this is because in the clinic you will be exposed to a wide variety of Therapeutic Indications and study types (ascending dose, first-in-human, food effect, drug to drug interactions, etc.).

Other key responsibilities:

• Accurately perform blood pressure, venipuncture, weights, pulse, respiratory rate, and temperature readings.

• Preparation and accurate recording of ECGs/Holters.

• Collection and processing of biological samples as specified in the protocol and ensures the proper distribution of those samples.

• Monitors meals to ensure dietary compliance by research participants.

• Assist in the preparation of rooms and medical equipment.

• Assist with screening procedures as needed.

• Maintain a clean, safe and efficient working and study environment.

• Other duties as assigned.

YOU NEED TO BRING...

• Associate's Degree or BS degree in nursing with current licensure in applicable state.

• Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.

• Phlebotomy, CMA or CNA certification, preferred.

• 0 - 1 year of related experience.

The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is:

• Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue.

• Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.

• Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly.

• Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.

What do you get?

Regular, full-time, or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD (multiple insurance carriers)

• 401(K)

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Employee recognition awards

• Multiple ERG's (employee resource groups)

Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.