"Research Nurse"

The Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine is seeking a Research Nurse to be responsible for conducting clinical study visits in both clinical and home settings. This includes participant recruitment and screening, informed consent, specimen collection, vaccination, documentation, and data entry. The nurse collaborates closely with investigators and study teams to ensure protocol compliance and participant safety.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure that all study procedures are conducted per protocol, GCP (Good Clinical Practice), and institutional guidelines.
• Screen and recruit eligible study participants through registries, clinic referrals, and other recruitment sources.
• Conduct the informed consent process in compliance with IRB and federal regulations.
• Review and confirm inclusion and exclusion criteria and validate consent documentation prior to any study-related procedures.
• Perform and document vital sign measurements and collect blood and other biological samples per protocol.
• Complete blood draw and lab requisition forms and ensure timely delivery of specimens to designated laboratories.
• Administer influenza vaccine and complete required documentation (e.g., inoculation forms).
• Accurately complete and upload study data into REDCap or other study-specific systems during or shortly after visits.
• Participate in the collection of additional study measures such as physical assessments and questionnaires.
• Communicate with participants regarding scheduling, visit logistics, and study procedures.
• Compensate participants after study visits and complete related financial documentation.
• Attend regular team meetings to plan study activities, review progress, and disseminate key updates.
• Identify and document adverse events and ensure proper reporting to study sponsors and regulatory bodies.
• Prepare and submit Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, amendments, and continuing reviews; maintain protocol compliance through communication with the IRB office.
• Coordinate and complete CIR (Clinical Investigator Requirements) documentation and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance for clinical studies.
• Deliver all required hard-copy documentation (e.g., signed consent forms) to appropriate team members or study records locations in a timely manner.
• Travel to participant homes and labs as needed for study visits and specimen delivery.

Minimum Qualifications

• Individual must be a registered nurse, licensed in the State of Maryland.
• Current CPR certification and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Completion of the Johns Hopkins Hospital (JHH) credentialing process prior to the start date.
• Demonstrated venipuncture/phlebotomy skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and data entry platforms such as REDCap is essential.
• Must be available to work flexible hours and adapt to variable work conditions as study needs dictate.
• Access to reliable transportation required for travel to participant homes and lab sites.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related discipline.
• Experience with difficult blood draws.

Classified Title: Research Nurse

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/ME

Starting Salary Range: $64,600 - $113,300 Annually ($89,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F 8:30a - 5p

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview

Department name: SOM DOM Bay Geriatric Medicine

Personnel area: School of Medicine