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 II Research to join our Hemophilia Center of Western PA team.
What to Expect:

• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8: 00 AM - 4: 30 PM
• Location: In-person, Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh (Free on-site parking!)

As an RN II Research, you will:

• Coordinate and support clinical research studies, including patient recruitment, scheduling research visits, obtaining informed consent, and maintaining confidential subject files.
• Conduct clinical assessments, brief patient evaluations, and provide licensed nursing procedures as appropriate.
• Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, processing, labeling, shipping, and storage per study protocol and OSHA standards.
• Collaborate with sponsoring agencies, universities, NIH, pharmaceutical companies, and government organizations on study coordination.
• Oversee documentation requirements, including case report forms (CRFs), electronic diaries, and study procedure manuals.
• Provide coverage for active research studies, ensuring compliance with study protocols and regulatory guidelines.
• Attend local and national research meetings, including the NHF Annual Meeting, and present updates on clinical studies.
• Assist in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide training, guidance, and competency assessments for junior research nursing staff.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of innovative research advancing treatments for hemophilia and blood disorders.
• Collaborate in a mission-driven, supportive environment focused on improving patient care.
• Competitive pay based on experience plus a comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities, including continuing education and industry conference participation.

Our Comprehensive Total Rewards Support You, Your Family, and Your Future:

Vitalant's comprehensive rewards support you, your family, and your future with:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) + 5% company match
• Tuition assistance up to $5, 000 annually
• Free basic life and AD& D insurance
• Free short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Employee Resource Groups and recognition programs

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• Education: BSN preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Active RN license in the state of Pennsylvania required.
• Experience:
  • At least 2 years of clinical research experience.
  • 1-2 years of hands-on nursing experience, including phlebotomy/venipuncture.
• Skills:
  • Strong clinical assessment skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and database management.
  • Excellent documentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and work both independently and as part of a team.

Summary

About Us

Vitalant is one of the nation's largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, providing hospitals and patients across the U.S. a safe blood supply, specialized laboratory services, transfusion medicine expertise and world-renowned research. 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 an inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. 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/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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Job Posting Disclaimer

Please note: Vitalant does not currently hire individuals who reside in the following states - Alabama, Alaska, Delaware, Hawaii, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Utah, and Vermont.