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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 I serves as Clinical Research Nurse coordinator for phase I, II, and III oncology clinical trials conducted in the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. They ensure site compliance with research protocols by reviewing all regulatory requirements to confirm implementation of appropriate methods, practices, and procedures for all research activities. Acting as a liaison with hospital staff, physicians, IRB, review committees, clinical research finance team, and auditors, the incumbent duties include, but are not limited to:

Responsible for overall coordination of assigned clinical trials throughout the trial lifecycle, providing clinical and administrative nursing support to CRC and CRN positions.

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, coordinating the collection of research specimens per protocol requirements with Clinical Research Coordinators.

Provide patient education about clinical trial participation, treatment, potential side effects, and required testing, scheduling/conducting in-service training for appropriate staff on assigned clinical trials.

Regularly update the Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) with patient information and key dates to support responsible financial management of clinical trials with Clinical Research Coordinators.

Collaborate with Data Manager(s) to assure the documentation for the clinical trial is complete and accurate, assisting with query resolution in a timely manner and documenting and reporting serious adverse events per protocol and institutional policy.

Act as a liaison with sponsors during study start-up activities and participate in site initiation visits, monitoring visits, and audits.

Identify potential barriers to patient and physician participation in clinical trials, developing and implementing methods to alleviate those barriers.

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

Perform all duties in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and adhere to Georgetown University Medical Center’s philosophies, policies, and SOPs, working in compliance with Human Subject Protection, patient confidentiality/HIPAA, and GCP.

Work Interactions

Clinical Research Manager

Disease Group members: Principal Investigators, Physicians, Clinicians

Clinical Research Management Office (CRMO) members: Clinical Research Nurses, Clinical Research Coordinators, Data Managers, Regulatory Coordinators, Laboratory Technicians

External department clinicians and staff: Infusion Nurses, Oncology Pharmacists, hospital staff

Clinical trial sponsors, auditors, and study monitors

Requirements and Qualifications

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

Three to five (3-5) years nursing experience in a hospital, clinic, or similar health care setting

At least two (2) years of clinical research experience preferred

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 evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.