Clinical Research Nurse - Mercy South - Full Time

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans matching

Job summary

Mercy South is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse (CRN) to coordinate research studies and manage day-to-day trial operations. You will recruit volunteers, handle inventory, liaise with physicians and monitors, and ensure data collection aligns with regulations. The role emphasizes stakeholder communication and adherence to Mercy Service Standards.

The CRN will support training, preceptor duties, and increasing enrollments as study complexity grows, working on-site in Missouri with Mercy Research.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills with healthcare professionals and patients.
• Ability to perform basic patient assessments (vital signs, spirometry, ECGs, phlebotomy, glucose monitoring).
• Willingness to learn and work with sponsors/CROs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical nursing knowledge

Patient assessment

Study coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing Diploma

Nursing Associate's degree

Nursing Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Phlebotomy

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Clinical Research Nurse (CRN) is responsible for coordination of research studies conducted by Mercy Research. The Clinical Research Nurse is responsible for the day-to-day operational tasks related to clinical trials and performs a variety of duties including, but not limited to, volunteer recruitment, drug/device/supply inventory maintenance, interaction with physicians, nurses, office staff, patients, and clinical monitors. Duties also include the collection, compilation, documentation and analysis of clinical research data while following local, state and federal regulations. The Clinical Research Nurse will assist in training and preceptor duties. The study load and complexity will increase from the Associate Clinical Research Nurse responsibility, thereby increasing the overall number of enrollments and visits. The Clinical Research Nurse will assist with communication and relationship building with sponsors and CROs. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Clinical Research Nurse - Research experience required

Location: Mercy South

Hours: Full time - 40 hours

Overview

The Clinical Research Nurse (CRN) is responsible for coordination of research studies conducted by Mercy Research. The Clinical Research Nurse is responsible for the day-to-day operational tasks related to clinical trials and performs a variety of duties including, but not limited to, volunteer recruitment, drug/device/supply inventory maintenance, interaction with physicians, nurses, office staff, patients, and clinical monitors. Duties also include the collection, compilation, documentation and analysis of clinical research data while following local, state and federal regulations. The Clinical Research Nurse will assist in training and preceptor duties. The study load and complexity will increase from the Associate Clinical Research Nurse responsibility, thereby increasing the overall number of enrollments and visits. The Clinical Research Nurse will assist with communication and relationship building with sponsors and CROs. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Nursing Diploma, Nursing Associate's degree or Nursing Bachelor's degree.
• Licensure: Registered Nurse with valid license in state of practice
• Experience: 2 years nursing experience for bachelor's degree, 3 years nursing experience for Associate's degree or diploma program. Demonstrated experience may be gained from prior roles, through completion of college degrees, or a combination of applicable professional and educational experiences.
• Minimum Required Qualifications Education: Nursing Diploma, Nursing Associate's degree or Nursing Bachelor's degree.
• Licensure: Registered Nurse with valid license in state of practice
• Experience: 2 years nursing experience for bachelor's degree, 3 years nursing experience for Associate's degree or diploma program. Demonstrated experience may be gained from prior roles, through completion of college degrees, or a combination of applicable professional and educational experiences.
• Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Ability to perform basic patient assessments, e.g. vital signs, spirometry, ECGs, phlebotomy, blood glucose monitoring, or willingness to learn. Excellent communication skills, particularly in face-to-face encounters with healthcare professionals and the public. Ability to interact with health professionals in a respectful and assertive manner. Working knowledge of computer applications, including the Internet and all Microsoft Office components, modems, printers and other computer accessories. Above average proficiency in mathematics, including a working knowledge of the metric system. Ability to work effectively in groups and independently with a high level of efficiency in problem identification and problem-solving.
• Preferred Experience: Phlebotomy experience; 2 years of Clinical research experience.: Ability to perform basic patient assessments, e.g. vital signs, spirometry, ECGs, phlebotomy, blood glucose monitoring, or willingness to learn. Excellent communication skills, particularly in face-to-face encounters with healthcare professionals and the public. Ability to interact with health professionals in a respectful and assertive manner. Working knowledge of computer applications, including the Internet and all Microsoft Office components, modems, printers and other computer accessories. Above average proficiency in mathematics, including a working knowledge of the metric system. Ability to work effectively in groups and independently with a high level of efficiency in problem identification and problem-solving.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.