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Research Nurse (Per Diem) - Greater Portland, OR /Vancouver, WA area

Registered NursePer Diem

Listed compensation

$68k-$115k

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

Research Nurse (Per Diem) - Greater Portland, OR /Vancouver, WA area

Illingworth Research Group provides a range of patient focused clinical services to the pharmaceutical, healthcare, biotechnology and medical device industries. These include mobile research nursing, patient concierge, medical photography and clinical research services. Illingworth are experts with experience across all study phases and in a diverse range of therapeutic areas.

Illingworth Research Group is a global organization operating in over 45 countries, bringing clinical research directly into the home of the patient, to improve the experience of patients involved in clinical trials and the quality of their lives.

Job Responsibilities

Fully conversant with the trial protocol, Case Report Forms (CRFs/eCRF), off-site manual (if applicable), supporting documents, procedures, and timelines to enable day to day running of the trial including all relevant SOPs.

Communicate effectively with the Illingworth research nurse project manager (RNPM), Research nurse manager, site staff and the Principal Investigator, to ensure a smooth and efficient flow of information.

Maintain accurate documentation including electronic transfer of data as per Illingworth SOPs throughout the trial, ensuring subject confidentiality, adhering to GCP and data protection requirements.

Attend Site Initiation Visits (SIV) as required and any other necessary meetings, including multi- disciplinary, project management and client-facing meetings.

Coordinate (working with the RN team) and complete subject trial visits on- and off-site. Ensure all trial related procedures and assessments are completed according to the protocol and relevant SOPs and that data is collected accurately.

Administer trial medication as per the protocol, and facilitate the safe storage, transfer, and accountability of trial medication in accordance with Illingworth SOPs.

Process and safely package and dispatch samples, liaising with courier companies and organizations in line with project requirements and supporting documents.

Assist in identifying potentially eligible patients for research projects and assist with patient recruitment into clinical trials providing information and support for those patients for on- and off-site care.

Ensure the accurate reporting of adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs)/suspected unexpected serious adverse reactions (SUSARs) to the site team and relevant RNPM, providing support for any additional follow-up that may be required.

Report any suspected misconduct or fraud to Illingworth and associated companies.

Qualifications

  • Registered nurse with a minimum of 2 years' post qualification experience.
  • Research and clinical trials experience with GCP certification.
  • Knowledge of research design and methodology desirable.
  • Experience and knowledge of clinical nursing skills such as Venepuncture and ECG preferable.
  • Ability to work autonomously with initiative in a team within a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
  • Good working knowledge of computer software including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as a minimum.

At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance.

The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time.

Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.

Salary Range

$67,700.00 - $115,100.00

The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

Additional Information

Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities.

Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above.

Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms.

Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees.

The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.

Key Responsibilities

The Research Nurse will conduct clinical trial visits at patient homes and clinical sites, ensuring all procedures follow trial protocols and SOPs. They are responsible for accurate data documentation, administration of trial medication, and reporting adverse events to the project management team.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient careGCP complianceProtocol adherenceAdverse event reportingClinical trial managementTime management

Research — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 41 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 22% are remote, 61% have no call, 71% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$91k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $85k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Registered Nurse market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$68k–$115kRegistered Nurse median $128k (middle half $106k–$159k)16 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$85k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Registered Nurse listings in Washington104 active5,834 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 22% remote · 61% no call · 71% no weekends41 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington Registered Nurse listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus · 10% offer loan repayment104 active listings, Nov 2026
Registered Nurse pay trend+5.4% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$91k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
31%
CME allowance
25%
Loan repayment
13%
PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 2.8
Better work-life than 30% of Registered Nurse roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 5,794 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Syneos Health

Biotechnology Research
Morrisville, NC
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Company car or car allowance
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Commission/bonus eligibility
Flexible PTO