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DelRicht Research
Nashville, Tennessee

Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinical Research

Licensed Practical NurseFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60k-$67k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
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Job description

DelRicht is a clinical research company dedicated to providing an excellent customer experience to all patients that participate in our clinical trials. Our clinical trials provide new treatment options for our patients and ultimately our goal is to get new medications and medical devices FDA approved! We hold our team members to a high standard of excellence and are looking for energetic, positive, quick learners to be a part of our team. Presently our network stretches across 33 sites throughout the United States in 18 states.
Licensed Practical Nurse’s Main Objective: Overall, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing quality, excellent patient care and a great experience for our patients in our clinical research studies:
Patients have a fun, positive and comfortable experience throughout their time in our clinic
Patient visits are completed accurately and efficiently, with 100% adherence to clinical trial protocols
Patient enrollment and retention activities are executed with focus and follow-through
Perform intramuscular (IM) injections safely and accurately
Clinical data is entered accurately and on time across various medical record systems and platforms
Lead and main point of contact for Pharmaceutical Sponsors and Contract Research Organizations for all clinical trials
Ensuring sponsors and clients have amazing customer service when they are onsite at our clinic and assuring we are always providing clear, constant communication with them when they are off site
Physicians receive timely patient and protocol updates that reinforce confidence in the site tea

Skills needed to win

Required: 1+ of professional experience, ideally in a medical or clinical environment Preferred: Active nursing certificate (VN, LPN, or RN) required; medical assistant (CMA, RMA, CCMA) credentials also considered! Preferred: B. S. or B. A. from an accredited university Preferred: Professional experience in a patient-facing or healthcare position Preferred: Experience in an on-site, customer-facing role Coffee drinkers preferred. Tea drinkers accepted.

The Right Candidate Will

Be self motivated! Energetic! Positive! Focus on providing exceptional patient care and creating memorable experiences Make sure client satisfaction is a primary focus and that the client is able to achieve and exceed their goals Believe in high quality and have a high standard of compliance to our study protocols Be remarkably organized Be skilled at problem solving, planning and being proactive Accept ownership of tasks from inception through completion and assume responsibility for personal success

DelRicht Research’s Core Values: Production, Humility, Consistency
Production: We deliver on our promises, take action, and solve problems proactively.
Humility: We support each other, bring enthusiasm, and embrace change.
Consistency: We value accuracy, persistence, and staying calm under pressure.
Team Perks & Benefits at DelRicht Research:
Medical Insurance, with generous employer paid contributions
Dental and Vision Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability and Group Life Coverage
Paid Time Off that builds throughout your career with the company
401K (+ discretionary match/profit sharing)
Quarterly Bonus Plan that clearly outlines your bonus potential per quarter and giving the team the visibility and control to maximize earnings by hitting team goals
Professional Development Program tailored to each team member’s profess goals. Our quarterly goal-setting initiative is designed to challenge our team members to reach and exceed their potential!
Success-Driven Environment where data drives our decisions and insights. Be a part of a winning team that prioritizes transparency, continuous improvement, and success!

Job Type: Full-Time 40+ hrs
Location: Hendersonville, TN with 20% flex to our Smyrna, TN clinic
Base Salary: $60,000-$67,000

Visit our website linked below to learn about our company and current clinical trials, see patient testimonials, and check out our careers page!
Website: www. delrichtresearch. com
Patient Testimonials: https://delrichtresearch. com/testimonials/

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Key Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality patient care and ensuring 100% adherence to clinical trial protocols. They act as the primary point of contact for sponsors and manage patient enrollment, data entry, and clinical procedures.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of professional experience in a medical or clinical environment. An active nursing certificate (VN, LPN, or RN) or medical assistant credentials are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Intramuscular InjectionsProtocol CompliancePatient RetentionOrganizationProactive Planning

Ambulatory Care Nursing Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$64k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $69k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$64k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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About DelRicht Research

Research Services
New Orleans, Louisiana
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Group Life Coverage
Paid Time Off
401K with Discretionary Match/Profit Sharing