Clinical Research Nurse - Home Visits (PRN); New Orleans, Louisiana

Are you a skilled, compassionate nurse looking for flexible work in clinical research? As a Clinical Research Nurse – Home Visits (PRN), you’ll provide high-quality nursing care directly in patients’ homes while supporting important research studies. This role is ideal for nurses who value flexibility, independence, enjoy local travel, and want to supplement their income with meaningful work.

Key Points to Know:

• This is a part-time/per diem position
• Work is project-based and PRN/per diem - there is no guarantee of hours or assignments
• Project timelines and frequency vary based on study needs and geographic location
• You’ll use your own vehicle to visit patients in their homes, typically within 1–2 hours of your location
• Study-specific orientation and materials are provided to support protocol requirement
• Compensation includes time spent on visits, travel and required documentation (per project terms)

Position: Clinical Research Nurse – Home Visits (PRN)

Job Type: Employee (W2), PRN, Part-time/Per Diem

Hourly Rate: $55/hr onsite and $50/hr travel time

Work Location

New Orleans, Louisiana; Drive up to 1–2 hours to patient homes in your area (travel time compensated!)

Job Description

As a Clinical Research Nurse – Home Visits (PRN), you will support clinical trial patients in their homes by performing study-related procedures and ensuring protocol compliance. This role requires a high level of independence, attention to detail, and commitment to patient safety and data integrity.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to clinical trial participants in their homes
• Perform study-related procedures, including but not limited to:
• Vital signs
• Specimen collection, processing, and shipment
• Electrocardiograms (ECGs)
• Process specimens and ship specimens per protocol.
• Administer investigational medications/products per study protocol
• Conduct patient assessments and monitor for adverse events; report findings to the study team/Principal Investigator
• Accurately document all visit activities in accordance with study requirements
• Educate patients on study procedures, medications, and compliance
• Maintain adherence to ICH-GCP guidelines and study protocols
• Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and study teams
• Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA and all applicable patient privacy regulations, ensuring secure handling and confidentiality of protected health information (PHI)
• Act as an advocate for patients/participants and their families
• Work autonomously, recognize limitations, and escalate concerns appropriately
• Follow ethical research requirements, including protections for vulnerable populations

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted nursing licensure
• Graduate from an accredited BSN or Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program
• Minimum 2 years’ post qualification acute care experience
• Clinical Research experience preferred
• BLS certification required
• ICH-GCP Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Basic IT proficiency (mobile devices, documentation systems, Microsoft tools)
• Ability to work independently in home-based settings
• Valid driver's licenses and reliable transportation
• Trained in Handling and Transport of Hazardous Substances (training can be provided)
• Flexible schedule is essential

Highlights

• Compensation is project-based and may vary by state
• Flexible scheduling based on project availability
• Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement (per contract terms)
• Opportunities to expand clinical research experience
• The ability to contribute to innovative, patient-centered clinical trials

Join our network of independent clinical research nurses and help bring clinical research directly to patients, improving access and advancing medical innovation.

What Sets Us Apart

WEP Clinical partners with biopharmaceutical Sponsors to help them bring treatments closer to the patients who need them most.

Through end-to-end clinical trial delivery, home health services, expanded access programs, and market access consultancy, we provide flexible, fit-for-purpose solutions that support drug development, improve access, and help therapies reach the right patients at the right time.

With more than 15 years of global experience, we have supported programs across 150+ countries, combining operational scale with the agility and personalized service of a specialized provider. Our work helps bridge critical gaps in care, ensuring safe, ethical, and efficient access to promising new treatments.

How We Work at WEP Clinical

At WEP Clinical, we look for individuals who are conscientious, exercise sound judgment, and engage with others thoughtfully and professionally. We believe excellence is achieved through integrity, accountability, and respect for diverse perspectives - and we are committed to helping our people grow and succeed in an inclusive, supportive environment.

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How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please submit your resume through the WEP Clinical Careers Portal or by using LinkedIn’s Easy Apply option. Please ensure your resume is in English.

Important Note

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If you are selected to move forward after the screener, a member of our team will contact you directly from an @wepclinical.com email address to guide you through the next steps of the interview process. Please ensure you apply only through our official careers page or our verified LinkedIn page.

For Your Safety, Please Note

• We will never communicate with you via Microsoft Teams or text message
• We will never ask for your bank account information at any stage of recruitment
• WEP Clinical is a smoke-free, drug-free, and alcohol-free work environment.

WEP Clinical is an equal-opportunity employer.

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