Traveling Registered Nurse

RTI International•Remote,

3d•Remote

About The Position

Traveling Registered Nurses are responsible for supporting MEC staff to ensure smooth data collection activities for the day’s scheduled study participants. They serve as the MEC safety officer and lead emergency response activities, and conduct quality assurance for MEC exams. Responsibilities include obtaining informed consent, collecting body and oscillometric measurements, biospecimens (including phlebotomy), spirometry, questionnaire data, and other data as assigned. They also provide participant counseling and referrals based on preliminary results, maintain equipment and supplies, and submit requests for restocking. The role involves setting up and packing up examination rooms, including packing, unpacking, and storing equipment and supplies per study protocols. Assisting in setting up and shutting down the MEC, including handling stair components, floor covers, and expansion sides of vehicles, is also part of the job. Completing data entry using project software and ensuring compliance with study protocols and infection control guidelines are crucial. Attending and completing all required project training is mandatory.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Nursing.
At least 5 years of nursing experience in both direct patient care and supervisory roles.
Current RN license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (one of the 50 states or District of Columbia).
Successful completion of the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
Proficient in phlebotomy for all age groups, including infants.
CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months).
Strong communication skills, especially with children and parents.
Flexibility in assigned work schedules and tasks is essential.
Basic computer proficiency and clerical skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
Must possess valid US driver’s license.
In order to travel by air, federal law requires individuals to have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID, or TSA approved alternative.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for driving the MEC vehicles (38 feet in length and over 26,000 lbs. in weight) to various study locations. Not required.
Master’s degree in Nursing.
Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Supporting MEC staff to ensure smooth data collection activities for the day’s scheduled study participants.
Serving as MEC safety officer and lead emergency response activities.
Conducting quality assurance for MEC exams.
Obtaining informed consent, collect body and oscillometric measurements, biospecimens (including phlebotomy), spirometry, questionnaire data and other data as assigned.
Providing participant counseling and referrals based on preliminary results.
Maintaining equipment and supplies, submitting requests for restocking.
Setting up/packing up examination rooms, including packing, unpacking, and storing equipment and supplies per study protocols.
Assisting in setting up and shutting down the MEC including handling stair components, floor covers and expansion sides of vehicles.
Completing data entry using project software.
Ensuring compliance with study protocols and infection control guidelines.
Attending and completing all required project training.