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Headlands Research
Portland, Oregon

PRN Research Nurse

Registered Nurse Top 25% in Registered Nurse rolesPer Diem

Compensation

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Per Diem · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

At Headlands Research, we are dedicated to enhancing clinical trial delivery
within our communities. As a leading network of advanced clinical trial sites,
we leverage cutting-edge technology and exceptional support services to broaden
outreach and participation. Founded in 2018, our rapidly growing company
currently operates 20+ sites across the US and Canada, with plans for further
expansion.

Join Us in Improving Lives through Clinical Research

At Headlands Research, we're not just building a clinical trial network; we are
working to bring clinical trials to underserved communities and treatments to
market. Picture this: an exceptional family of next-generation clinical trial
sites, where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled support services, and
participant engagement reaches new heights. Established in 2018, we've rapidly
grown to operate 20+ clinical trial sites across the US and Canada, with
ambitious plans for expansion on the horizon. 

Championing Diversity in Clinical Trials

Diversity isn't just a checkbox for us—it's central to our mission. We're
committed to advancing medical science by promoting diversity in every facet of
clinical trial research. From our team composition to participant demographics,
inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do.

The Role of a Lifetime

Are you ready to make a difference? We're seeking an experienced Infusion Nurse
to help us grow our site located in Portland, OR. The Research Infusion Nurse
will deliver and monitor investigational infusions of pharmacological treatments
in the clinic setting. The infusion nurse is responsible for monitoring the
study participant for infusion-related reactions, intervene as required,
accurately document the transfusion, and submit transfusion reports in a timely
manner. The infusion nurse is expected to maintain effective communication with
the clinical trial staff to ensure patient safety and satisfaction.

Why Join Us?

* Flexible Schedule: Work on your terms, with a schedule that fits your life.
* Dynamic Team Environment: You'll help Headlands Research continue to build a
diverse and talented team of clinical research coordinators, research
assistants, physicians, advanced providers, and patient recruitment
specialists. With ample support and a culture of collaboration, you'll thrive
in an environment where your contributions truly make a difference. A high
level of professionalism is a key differentiator at Headlands.

Type:  PRN Employee 

Location:  Portland, Oregon (no possibilities for remote or hybrid work)

Schedule: Monday- Thursday 7:00am - 5:30pm

Responsibilities

* Conducts patient health assessments and medication administration
* Obtains IV access through peripheral IV initiation
* Prepares and administers a variety of specialized intravenous or injectable
pharmacological treatments.
* Provides study participant care by utilizing the skills of observation,
assessment, nursing diagnosis, counseling, health teaching, and reporting any
adverse events to immediate supervisor or required stakeholders.
* Performs routine nursing duties in accordance with company policies and
procedures
* Performs specialized nursing procedures for which recognized training and
current competency have been demonstrated and completed.
* Observes and documents study participant conditions.
* Acts as a resource to other nurses by providing support and direction as
needed.
* Understands and implements infection prevention practices.
* Participates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education
activities.
* Adheres to site policies and procedures.
* Participates in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives
* Participates in proactive health and safety activities while performing all

duties

* Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information.
* Maintains knowledge of study protocols, including inclusion and exclusion
criteria for each study protocol in order to assist with screening potential
study participants for participation as part of our recruitment process.
* Contact potential study participants who have requested information on our
enrolling studies

Qualifications

* Current and unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse (RN) within the state
of Oregon required.
* Previous experience with providing multiple daily infusions required
* Graduated from an accredited nursing education program required
* Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or equivalent preferred, but
not required
* Exceptional peripheral IV initiation skills
* Exceptional clinical assessment skills
* Strong communication skills
* Able to manage relationships with exceptional customer service
* Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to handle difficult situations
* Able to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
* Able to perform and prioritize multiple functions and tasks
* Able to read and interpret technical instructions related to clinical care

Headlands Research will never ask a candidate for personal identifiable
information (date of birth, social security number, driver’s license
information, etc) via email or messenger tools, or for a financial deposit of
any kind. 

Headlands Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability
status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal,
state, or local laws. 

Need Assistance?

Headlands Research is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation
in its employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability
accommodation in the application process,
contact recruiting@headlandsresearch.com for further assistance. Please note
this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application
process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Infusion MonitoringPatient Health AssessmentInterdisciplinary CollaborationTechnical Instruction Interpretation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PRN Research Nurse at Headlands Research a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Registered Nurse roles — ranked against 5,299 active Registered Nurse roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

Clinical Research — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 60% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Registered Nurse pay on WeekdayDoc is down 10.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

7.1/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 25% in Registered Nurse roles

  • On-site

Living in Portland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$526k
Typical market rent
$1,732/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.4
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.