Clinical Research Nurse

Schedule: Flexible;
Evening and Night Shift Coverage Required

Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking a Clinical Research Nurse II to support a diverse portfolio of clinical research studies conducted across multiple research units throughout New Haven. This position plays a critical role in providing direct patient care to research participants while ensuring study protocol compliance, participant safety, and high-quality data collection.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who is interested in clinical research and enjoys working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Prior clinical research experience is not required.

The research portfolio spans a wide range of disease areas and patient populations, including pediatric participants. Candidates must be adaptable, flexible, and comfortable working in a dynamic research setting where study needs and patient volumes may vary.

Clinical Research & Patient Care

• Provide nursing care to research participants during study visits
• Perform protocol-directed assessments and clinical procedures
• Administer study medications and monitor participant safety
• Conduct venipuncture, phlebotomy, IV placement, ECGs, and vital sign collection
• Collect, document, and maintain accurate clinical and laboratory data
• Support participant enrollment, scheduling, and follow-up activities
• Assist with specimen preparation, handling, and shipment

• Follow study-specific protocols and research procedures
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, participant safety standards, and study guidelines
• Support data quality and documentation efforts
  
  Collaborate with investigators, coordinators, and research staff to execute study activities
• Work closely with multidisciplinary research teams across multiple research sites
• Contribute to a highly collaborative and patient-focused environment
• Support occasional evening, overnight, or weekend study visits as needed

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Active Connecticut RN License or eligibility for Connecticut licensure
• Minimum 5 years of nursing experience
• Experience with:
• Physical assessments
• Medication administration
• IV insertion and maintenance
• ECGs and vital signs
• Current BLS certification
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Pediatric nursing experience
• Interest in clinical research or investigational medicine
• Prior clinical research experience
• Experience with Epic or other electronic medical record systems
• SoCRA certification or willingness to obtain certification
• Schedule provided approximately 4 weeks in advance
• Primary need for evening and overnight coverage:
• 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Flexibility is essential
• Coverage may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and occasional overnight study visits

The ideal candidate is an experienced nurse who is adaptable, team-oriented, and excited about supporting innovative clinical research. We are seeking someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys working with diverse patient populations, and is committed to delivering exceptional participant care while following detailed research protocols.