RN II Research - Hemophilia Center (Finance)
Description
Vitalant is one of the nation's largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, providing hospitals and patients across the U.S. with a safe blood supply, specialized laboratory services, transfusion medicine expertise, and world-renowned research. We are committed to advancing patient care through innovative clinical research, and we are seeking a dedicated RN Research professional to join our Hemophilia Center of Western PA research team.
We are looking for an experienced RN II Research to support clinical research efforts in a comprehensive healthcare and research environment. This role is responsible for coordinating clinical research studies, recruiting research participants, ensuring adherence to protocols, and maintaining regulatory compliance. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in groundbreaking research that advances treatments for hemophilia and other blood disorders.
What to Expect: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, 5 days in-person at our clinic located in the Oakland neighborhood (Parking on-site!)
As an RN on our Research team, you will get to:
- Coordinate and execute clinical research studies, including scheduling patient research visits and obtaining informed consent.
- Perform clinical assessments, brief patient evaluations, and assist with licensed nursing procedures.
- Collect, process, and store laboratory specimens, including performing venipuncture/phlebotomy as needed.
- Ensure compliance with study protocols, regulatory guidelines, and internal procedures.
- Maintain and update research documentation, including case report forms (CRFs), electronic diaries, and study procedure manuals.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of research-related standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Collaborate with sponsoring agencies, pharmaceutical companies, and government organizations, such as the NIH, for study coordination.
- Attend and present at research meetings, industry-sponsored events, and annual professional development conferences.
- Be part of innovative clinical research that advances treatments for hemophilia and blood disorders.
- Work in a mission-driven, collaborative environment focused on improving patient outcomes.
- Competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in clinical research.
Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K + 5% company match
- Tuition assistance up to $5k per year
- Free basic life and AD&D insurance
- Free short-and-long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee Resource Groups
- Recognition and perks
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
- Active Nursing license in the state of PA required .
- Two years of hands-on Nursing experience required , to include venipuncture/phlebotomy.
- Minimum one year Research experience required , two years' experience preferred. Research experience in a professional research setting is required. Academic or school-based research experience does not meet this requirement.
Summary
About Us
As one of the nation's largest blood providers, we have a network of 115 donation centers across the U.S. and host approximately 60,000 blood drives annually. Vitalant provides blood and special services to patients in more than 900 hospitals across the U.S. where millions of people depend on blood donations from our generous donors.
Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Career@vitalant.org to let us know the nature of your request.
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