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Research Nurse Interventionist- TACOMA

Primary Location Tacoma, Washington Schedule Full-time Shift Day Salary $73200 - $94710 / year
Job Number 1367426 Date posted 07/03/2025
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  • Job Schedule: Full-time
  • Scheduled Weekly Hours:
  • Shift: Day

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  • Trustworthy

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Research Nurse Interventionist- TACOMA

Primary Location Tacoma, Washington Schedule Full-time Shift Day Salary $73200 - $94710 / year
Job Number 1367426 Date posted 07/03/2025
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Description:
Research Nurse Interventionist- TACOMA



Would you like to fill an important role on a CDC research study to see how well the flu vaccine works? This position lasts about4-6 months during flu season and enrolls patients being seen at Urgent Care with a respiratory illness. This position is in TACOMA.


The Research Nurse will review EPIC schedules, screen, consent, administer a questionnaire and collect nose and throat swabs from participants, and a blood draw on a subset of participants. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and enjoys a dynamic environment. Requires extreme attention to detail and ability to work well independently and as a part of a team. Experience recruiting participants in a clinical setting is a plus. We welcome applicants reflecting the broad diversity and lived experiences in our communities.  




Job Summary:

Utilizes professional clinical skills, education and/or experience in project planning and implementation of data collection for complex clinical/health research trials. Utilizes professional clinical skills/training for independent decision making for data collection/trial intervention(s)/evaluation. The scope of responsibility for a Research Interventionist is greater than that for a Clinical Research Specialist due to any combination of the following: greater level of independent safety or clinical decision making required; greater level of specialized clinical knowledge required; substantial contribution to areas such as project intervention materials, plans, study design and research papers; and comprehensive consultation role on policies and methodology.



Essential Responsibilities:


  • Performs clinical evaluation/intervention/measurements requiring professional clinical knowledge/education/training. Utilizes clinical knowledge and skills to evaluate participant responses and make subsequent decisions around patient safety and participation issues.

  • Provides professional expertise in day-to-day coordination of research activities. Develops project intervention plans and tools, data collection instruments, manual of operations, trains new employees, prepares reports, etc. Plans, implements and monitors participant safety and data quality control measures.

  • Evaluates responses of participants and makes independent clinical judgments regarding responses to clinical intervention.

  • Participates as part of the research project team, attends project meetings, and identifies problems and proposes solutions.

  • May perform medical record review requiring professional clinical background/education/ experience for correct interpretation and data collection.

  • May perform telephone interviews, in-person interviews or physical assessments requiring professional clinical background/education.

Basic Qualifications:
Experience


  • Minimum two (2) years of experience performing professional functions required by the project.

Education

  • High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
  • N/A
Additional Requirements:

  • Experience with individual and/or group counseling and/or facilitation, and related research experience.
  • Knowledge of research data collection requirements and specialized clinical intervention/measurement/assessment skills as required by the projects.
  • A thorough understanding of regulatory policies governing industry practices, HIPAA requirements for clinical research, and knowledgeable about patient safety and quality control requirements.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills and interpersonal skills.
  • Continual updating of skills and knowledge related to research.
Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters degree or PhD in health-related field.
  • Certifications, licenses, or degrees as determined by the needs of the research projects, such as, registered nurse, nurse practitioner, certified mental health therapist/specialist, MSW, pharmacist, physical therapist, certified health education specialist, clinical psychologist, acupuncturist as applicable to research project and field of study by date of hire/transfer.
Primary Location: Washington,Tacoma,Tacoma Specialty Center Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Working Hours Start: 09:00 AM Working Hours End: 05:30 PM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Flexible Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: NUE-WA-04|NUE|Non Union Employee Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Met Park East - Research Administration - 1130 Pay Range: $73200 - $94710 / year Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
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