Circulating Nurse

Evolution Research Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Matching 401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Evolution Research Group (ERG) is seeking a Circulating Nurse to support clinical trial activities in San Antonio, TX. The RN will perform study events, administer study drugs, and assist with informed consent, under supervision of the PI and Clinical Research Coordinator.

The role emphasizes telemetry, patient safety, and adherence to SOPs and GCP/ICH guidelines. Candidates must hold RN licensure in the applicable state, ACLS certification, and have at least one year of RN experience in a

Qualifications

• RN licensure in the applicable state with ACLS certification and 1 year of RN experience in a medical facility.
• Clinical research experience preferred but not required.
• ACLS certification is required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform study events and collect clinical data as per protocol requirements.
• Administer study drug as assigned.
• Discuss and administer Informed Consent Form, as assigned.
• Maintain safety and well-being of study participants during assigned shift.
• Lead and coordinate with the clinical team to ensure protocol adherence and patient comfort.

Skills

ACLS certification

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

RN licensure

RN experience in medical facility

Clinical Research experience preferred

Tools

RealTime

Telemetry monitoring equipment

Job description

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Circulating Nurse

PRN San Antonio, TX, US

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 will perform a variety of activities related to the clinical area, including medical support systems, and assisting medical personnel with study participants care duties as assigned. Incumbents work under supervision of clinical staff, performing routine duties and primarily, referring questions and problems to the Clinical Research Coordinator assigned to study or the PI.

Responsibilities:

Clinical:

• Performstudy events and collect clinical data as per protocolrequirements.
• Administerstudy drug asassigned.
• When assigned, serve as Pharmacy Staff.
• Discussand administerInformed Consent Form, as assigned (dependent on site).
• Notifyappropriate staff of abnormal results while collecting data, adverse events, or unusualincidents.
• Assureminimal discomfort for study participants while performing allduties.
• Working knowledge of telemetry monitoring and interpretation of tracings.
• Maintainsafety and well-being of study participants during assignedshift.
• Knowledge of Holtermonitor skills.
• Prepareparticipants forevents.
• Understandall functions of telemetry monitoringmachine.
• Collectall telemetry tracings for licensed personnel to review.
• Abilityto use proper advanced life support equipment andsupplies.
• Maintainskills in the use of ECG machine, taking accurate vital signs and IVinsertion.
• Keepapprised of all new OSHA, BLS, ACLS and GCP/ICH rules, regulations, andprocedures.
• Performinitial evaluation of adverse events.
• Knowledge of drug reactions and the synergistic effects of drugs combined with othermedicines.
• Ability to apply basic principles of mathematics to the calculation of problems associated with medicationdosages.
• Must be capable of providing advanced life support emergency medical services, including conducting of and interpreting ECGs, electrical interventions to support cardiac functions, performing advanced endotracheal intubations in airway management and relief of pneumothorax and administering of appropriate intravenous fluids and drugs under direction of a designatedphysician.
• Ability to stayfocused while assuming the leadership role inherent in carrying out the functions of theposition.
• Ability to provide top quality care and concurrently handle high levels ofstress.

Administrative:

• Readand understandeach protocol in which he/she is involved.
• Maintainknowledge and understanding of SOP for datacollection.
• Maintainaccurate and neat documentation records as required by theprotocol.
• Followproper safety procedures and reports to supervisor immediately all injuries, unsafe practices, and unusualincidents.
• KnowOSHA and GCP/ICH rules and regulations and complies with allrequirements.
• Performinventory of supplies needed and reports deficiencies to clinical staffsupervisor.
• Stayon duty/assigned shift until relieved by oncoming staff.

Educational:

• Maintaincurrent licensure, registration and/or certification within educationalbackground.
• Maintaincurrent BLS and/or ACLScertification.
• Maintainnecessary CEU’s for licensure, registration and/orcertification.
• Assist in training new Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT), Medical/ Nursing Assistants (MA, NA) and Phlebotomy Technician
• Actively participateon CPMI’s ongoing Quality Assurance Program, HIPAA, and Compliance Programs
• Keepapprised of all new OSHA and GCP/ICH Rules and Regulations
• Attendall appropriate team meetings regarding studyprotocols.
• Learnand maintainskills in use of EKG machines and taking accurate vitalsigns.
• Readand understandsite policy and procedures manuals, SOP manual, and employeehandbook.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Complywith all site policies and procedures, especially those regarding protocolconfidentiality.
• Demonstratea caring, professional attitude and behavior toward study participants and staff, actively contributing to the well-being and dignity of theclinic.
• Maintainan overall good work attitude, promoting cooperation and professionalism and interactions with other staffmembers.
• Maintainassigned work areas in a clean, safe condition, and report any potential hazardsimmediately.
• 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
  • Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the applicable state with ACLS Certification and a minimum of one year experience as an
  • RN in a medicalfacility.
  • Clinical Research experience preferred but notrequired.
  • ACLS certificationrequired.
• Requirements
  • Understand regulatory requirements, as well as Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and International Conference of Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.
  • Knowledgeable in medical terminology
  • Good organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, written, verbal)
  • Basic computer skills to include Word, Excel, as well as proprietary applications unique to the clinical research industry (such as RealTime)