Staff Research Nurse- LOOP

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HJF is seeking a Staff Research Nurse who coordinates the activities associated with treating patients for clinical trials. Assures accurate documentation is maintained, and all governing regulations are in compliance. This position is the first of two Research Nurse levels.

This position required U.S. Citizenship and an active Registered Nurse license in the state of Maryland.

This position will be in support of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) and Uniformed Services University's (USU) Department of Surgery - Limb Optimization and Osseointegration Program (LOOP)

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Serve as the clinical subject matter expert (SME) for Limb Osseointegration and bone health research protocols, ensuring accurate implementation of study procedures, regulatory compliance (IRB/FDA), and alignment with orthopaedic surgical workflows and implant surveillance requirements.

• Provide clinical oversight and operational ownership of Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) activities, ensuring accurate eligibility review, informed consent processes, protocol adherence, data integrity, and timely execution of study milestones.

• Educate patients and families regarding study purpose, surgical procedures, longitudinal follow-up requirements, patient rights and responsibilities, and their roles within the protocol; provide documentation confirming study participation as needed.

• Coordinate research-related care and study activities across the surgical continuum, serving as liaison between patients, orthopaedic surgeons, prosthetists, rehabilitation teams, and investigators to schedule visits, imaging, laboratory testing, and administration of patient-reported outcome surveys and registry instruments.

• Oversee protocol-specific data collection and documentation in medical and research records; ensure appropriate follow-up, escalate significant findings to the PI or surgical team, and support monitoring visits, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness.

• May perform other duties as assigned as directed by supervisor and team operations.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Active RN license in the state of Maryland required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of clinical research principles, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP), IRB requirements, informed consent standards, and FDA regulations applicable to device trials and implant surveillance.

• Knowledge of orthopaedic surgical workflows, post-operative care coordination, and longitudinal follow-up processes.

• Knowledge of medical terminology, electronic medical records (EMR), and clinical documentation standards.

• Knowledge of HIPAA, patient privacy protections, and research compliance requirements.

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3 Secret Clearance required.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to climb, pull, and lift heavy objects.
• Ability to maintain visual acuity sufficient to review medical records, electronic data, and specimen labeling accurately.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an Orthopedic clinic at WRNMMC.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $77,600-$100,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.