Clinical Research Nurse III - Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center

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Requirements

Georgetown University’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of Georgetown University Medical Center, seeks to prevent, treat and cure cancers by linking scientific discovery, expert and compassionate patient care, quality education and partnership with the community — guided by the principle of cura personalis, “care for the whole person.” Georgetown Lombardi is the research engine driving clinical cancer research at MedStar Health in the D.C. Metro area and Hackensack Meridian Health in northern New Jersey.

The Clinical Research Nurse III assists the Cellular Therapy Program oncology clinical trials conducted in the Lombardi Clinical Trials Office of the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center at Georgetown University. They perform all duties in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, adhering to Georgetown University Medical Center’s philosophies, policies, and SOPs. Working in compliance with Human Subject Protection, patient confidentiality/HIPAA, and GCP, the incumbent’s duties include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with investigators and more senior study team members by participating in recruitment and selection of study participants, documenting and collecting data to support protocol screening and determine compliance with eligibility requirements.

• Interface with study participants and obtain and document informed consent according to protocol, institutional policies, and regulatory guidelines.

• Coordinate or conduct study-related procedures and assessments while maintaining protocol integrity and patient safety and in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.

• Assist in the assessment, management, and coordination across the continuum of care (outpatient, inpatient, and home) including triage of phone calls, symptom management, and proactive patient communication.

• Document all study related activity, including medical data, in the participant’s medical record and when applicable, the patient research chart, in compliance with protocol and sponsor requirements.

• Conduct follow-up with study participants in accordance with established standards and protocols, providing clinical and administrative nursing support to CRC and CRN positions.

• Ensure site compliance with research protocols by reviewing all regulatory requirements to confirm implementation of appropriate methods, practices, and procedures for all research activities.

• Schedule/conduct in-service training for appropriate staff on assigned clinical trials, regularly updating the Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) with patient information and key dates to support responsible financial management of clinical trials with Clinical Research Coordinators.

• Document and report serious adverse events per protocol and institutional policy, acting as a liaison with hospital staff, physicians, IRB, review committees, clinical research finance team, and auditors.

• Actively participate in meetings, task forces, committees, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, BLS certification, and RN license in the District of Columbia

• At least five (5) years nursing experience in a hospital, clinic, or similar health care setting

• At least five (5) years of clinical research experience preferred

• At least one (1) year of oncology and/or Cellular Medicine experience preferred

• Strong candidates exhibit:

  • Experience working inpatient/Intensive Care Unit settings

  • SOCRA or ACRP certification

  • ONS certification

  • Knowledge of clinical research, research processes, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Reliable and able to prioritize competing responsibilities

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evo