Perinatal Research Nurse Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

Company: Mount Carmel Health System
Location: Westerville
Posted on: March 11, 2026

Job Description:

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: In alignment with Mount Carmel's Mission, the Research Nurse functions as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. This role specifically will provide ongoing patient and provider access to perinatal research services in support of the State of Ohio's licensure requirements for a Level III obstetric service line. The individual in this role will ensure high quality care to individuals involved as research participants in clinical trials in accordance with federal regulations, good clinical practice guidelines, and Mount Carmel Institutional Review Board (IRB) policies and procedures. Position Purpose: Research Nurse is responsible for implementing and managing perinatal clinical research projects across the Mount Carmel Health System (MCHS). Ensures high quality care to individuals involved as research participants in clinical trials in accordance with federal regulations, good clinical practice guidelines, and Mount Carmel Institutional Review Board (IRB) policies and procedures. A liaison with outside organizations related to research activities. Develops and leads perinatal research activities that meet the State of Ohio's licensure requirements for a Level III obstetric service line What You Will Do: Assists in the planning and implementation phases of the protocol specific course of treatment in the appropriate clinical setting. Responsible for coordination of education of all stakeholders for new clinical trials/treatments as appropriate. Responsible for screening and patient enrollment into appropriate clinical trials Provides care management and coordination of patient's care to ensure compliance to protocol requirements. Provides care coordination between the physician, Mount Carmel, and the appropriate study sponsor. Provides direct patient care in the outpatient setting; completes appropriate patient assessments in the inpatient setting as required by the protocol. Manages all elements of data collection and submission, including query resolution according to the federal/sponsor requirements. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred. Licensure / Certification: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio. CITI training completion required Experience: Minimum of five to seven years recent clinical nursing experience; demonstrated experience in the clinical research setting preferred. Working knowledge of regulatory and data management requirements for clinical studies. Proven ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Must be self-directed with ability to work independently. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to collect and assimilate data into meaningful information for planning purposes, and to perform basic analysis and present data in an organized and understandable format. Strong time management skills with ability to work under strict deadlines. Familiar with principles of adult education, ability to present ideas one-on-one as well as in large group setting. Ability to travel between Mount Carmel facilities and physician offices Position Highlights and Benefits: Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one. Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one. Generous paid time off programs. Employee recognition programs. Tuition/professional development reimbursement starting on day one. RN to BSN tuition 100% paid at Mount Carmel’s College of Nursing. Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply). Employee Referral Rewards program. Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day! Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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