Clinical Nurse Specialist - Oncology and Gynecology Research

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Clinical Nurse Specialist - Oncology and Gynecology Research at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) in Bethesda, Maryland. The role provides clinical research support and coordinates care for women with gynecologic cancers across the continuum of care, including patients enrolled in clinical trials and those receiving standard‑of‑care treatment.

• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, clinical trial protocols, and participant responsibilities.
• Coordinate care for patients with gynecologic malignancies receiving treatment within the GYN‑COE.
• Review medical records and screen potential participants for eligibility in clinical research studies.
• Obtain informed consent, including discussion of trial purpose, benefits, risks, schedule, and assist enrollment and follow‑up activities.
• Conduct patient interviews and collect health history, treatment, and lifestyle data.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with institutional policies and study protocols.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect other biologic specimens as required.
• Monitor patients for treatment‑related adverse events using standardized tools such as the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events, and communicate findings to investigators and care teams.
• Assist in identifying trends in patient outcomes and protocol implementation.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical and research documentation, in compliance with Good Clinical Practice, FDA regulations, IRB guidelines, and institutional policies.
• Collect, organize, manage, and maintain research and clinical data.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on patient enrollment, treatment status, and protocol activities.
• Schedule patient visits, treatments, laboratory studies, imaging, and follow‑up appointments as required by clinical care plans and research protocols.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, ethical, institutional, and privacy requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, tumor boards, protocol reviews, site visits, external/internal audits by regulatory bodies, and required training activities.
• Travel may be required periodically within the United States, including attendance at investigator meetings, scientific conferences, protocol training sessions, and other research‑related meetings.
• Adhere to legal, professional, and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of 3‑5 years’ nursing experience.
• At least 3‑5 years of clinical research experience, preferably with industry‑sponsored clinical trials.
• Oncology, infusion, surgical oncology, or gynecologic oncology experience strongly preferred.
• Current, unrestricted Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification preferred.

• Knowledge of clinical research processes, patient care practices, and regulatory requirements including industry‑sponsored clinical trials.
• Understanding of oncology nursing principles and patient care coordination.
• Ability to learn and become proficient in study‑specific clinical and research procedures.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems.
• This position may require U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Security Clearance.

• Lifting: up to 25 lbs.
• Use a computer for prolonged periods.
• Stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
• Perform clinical duties requiring bending, reaching, pulling, and lifting.

• Primarily based in a clinical and research setting.

• The annual salary range is $77,600 – $120,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience and education.

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, health savings, retirement plans, and more.

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