PRN Clinical Research Nurse Job Maywood area,Illinois USA,Healthcare

Position Details

Job Title: RESEARCH NURSE SON
Position Number: 8350262
Work Modality: Fully In-Person
Job Category: University Staff
Job Type: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Campus: Maywood-Health Sciences, Roger's Park-Lake Shore, and/or Downers Grove Campuses
Department Name: SCHOOL OF NURSING
Location Code: SCHOOL OF NURSING (02400A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?: Yes
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $40.50/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $31.25/hr
Open Date: 02/19/2026

Position Summary

We are seeking a PRN Clinical Research Nurse to support a federally funded randomized controlled trial focused on neonatal health. This role is pivotal to the efficient and ethical execution of the study and requires an experienced, detail-oriented nurse with strong clinical and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will have experience in neonatal, mother/baby, or pediatric care, and have current employment as a Registered Nurse at one of the hospitals in the Trinity Health system.

Position

Details

Shift: PRN, 1 of 12‑hour shift per week
Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Weekdays
Rotating holidays are required.
Rotating weekends are required. Weekend responsibilities are typically minimal and conducted remotely, primarily involving medical record screening to identify eligible participants. Occasional in‑person coverage may be required to recruit eligible participants, as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Participant Recruitment and Screening:

Identify and recruit eligible participants based on the study's inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Conduct initial screenings and coordinate baseline assessments, ensuring a smooth onboarding process for participants.

Informed Consent Process:

Oversee the informed consent process, ensuring that participants fully understand the study procedures, risks, and benefits.
Document the consent process in compliance with IRB guidelines and GCP standards.

M‑MILK Intervention Administration and Monitoring:

Implement the study protocol as outlined.
Continuously monitor infants for adverse events or complications and report any issues to the principal investigator and study team promptly.

Data Collection and Management:

Collect biospecimens, i.e., saliva and buccal samples and ensure safe transfer of biospecimens to the laboratory.
Collect and manage all primary and secondary outcomes as well as covariates of the study, including chart extraction of clinical data, administration of questionnaires, recording observations.
Enter data into the study database.
Prepare biospecimens shipment for safe transfer to collaborating laboratories.

Standardization, Quality Control and Data Integrity:

Obtain specialized training in outcome evaluation techniques and the specific assessment tools used in the study. This training will ensure that the Clinical Research Nurses are fully prepared to conduct evaluations according to the study protocol.
Participate in regular calibration sessions with other study personnel to ensure consistency and standardization in data collection methods.
Utilize standardized assessment tools and protocols to ensure consistency and reliability in data collection across all participants.
Implement intervention fidelity and integrity checks.
Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality throughout the study period.
Implement quality control measures and reliability checks to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the data collected. This includes cross‑checking data entries, verifying measurements, and maintaining detailed records of all assessments.
Ensure that all data is entered and stored correctly in the study database.

Participant Support and Retention:

Provide ongoing support and education to participants and their families, addressing any concerns and facilitating their continued participation in the study.
Ensure that participants are comfortable and informed about the study process, enhancing their overall study experience and promoting retention.
Develop strategies to enhance participant retention and minimize dropout rates.
Provide participant incentives at specific timeline per study protocol.

Coordination with Research Team:

Coordinate with PI and other research…


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