RN Diabetes Research - MGH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

19d•$42 - $106•Onsite

About The Position

Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Clinical Research Nurse specializing in Diabetes - MGH If you are an expert RN driven to make a significant impact in diabetes research, this position at Mass General Brigham is designed for you! We seek a skilled and upbeat Clinical Research Nurse to join the Faustman Immunology Lab at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Charlestown. Our team is leading innovative Phase II clinical trials targeting reversal of Type 1 Diabetes with the study drug BCG. This role allows you to participate in ground-breaking research involving both adult and pediatric groups. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative, leading research environment. This position is benefits-eligible and part-time at 32 hours per week, with potential for full-time. The role requires 100% onsite presence with early morning shifts starting at 7:00 AM, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

BSN preferred.
At least two years of RN experience with adult and pediatric (8 years and older) IV and blood draws is necessary; 3-5 years is favored.
Current MA RN license.
BLS certification maintained.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in clinical research and diabetes.

Responsibilities

Coordinate study enrollment, protocol treatment, and completion of study requirements for patients participating in clinical trials.
Work collaboratively as an effective member of the research care team, ensuring full coverage for patients arriving from across the country.
Proficiency in IV insertion and blood drawing skills in pediatric patients aged 8-20 years, applied daily.
Engage in continuous learning of good clinical practice in human trials, maintaining meticulous audit and documentation standards.
Provide protocol education to patients and families, tailoring interactions to meet age-specific needs.
Assist with research efforts in the Faustman Immunology Lab, maintaining high-quality results and ensuring participant safety.
Work together with study coordinators to keep study regulatory binders updated.
Collect and prepare specimens for analysis, monitoring test results as appropriate.
Document observations and findings in StudyTrax, communicating effectively with the protocol investigator.
Participate in weekly research team meetings and ongoing collaboration, serving as a resource for study coordinators.
Monitor patient safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive records for all study protocols.
Take part in internal audits alongside study coordinators.
Assess and document injection responses both in person and via Zoom.
Provide clinical lab test results to subjects.
Perform Mixed Meal Tolerance Testing (MMTT) on pediatric subjects and assist with Glucagon Stimulation Testing on adult subjects.