RN, Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator
Listed compensation
$77k-$116k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Day Shift
Description
- Job Title: RN, Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator
- Schedule/Shift: Full-Time / 40 hours weekly / Day Shift
Location
Onsite - Holy Cross Health, Silver Spring, Maryland with some travel to Germantown, MD and local medical practices required.
Please note this position is for a Registered Nurse with a current Maryland or compact state RN license.
Position Highlights
- Competitive pay
- Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision, PTO, Free Parking, Metro Access, Tuition Reimbursement, 403(b)
General Summary
The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator leads, manages and coordinates research programs and studies for the Clinical Research Program and physician Principal Investigators.
Provides nursing leadership in accordance with protocol requirements, physicians’ orders, and applicable medical center policies and procedures; and performs related work as required. Adheres to Federal and State regulations and sponsor guidelines.
Ensures hospital compliance with required terms and conditions for final and ongoing approval to participate in the study.
Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital.
Minimum Licensure/certification Required (If Applicable)
- Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner.
- Bachelor’s Degree required; BSN or MSN strongly preferred.
- Clinical Research Certification preferred.
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certification preferred,
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- Active Driver License.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required
- Three or more years of nursing experience; active practice within the past 5 years preferred.
- One or more years of experience in leading or coordinating clinical research studies required.
- Experience in Oncology preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Knowledge of personal computers, data base procedures, spreadsheet software and word processing software.
- Ability to accurately collect and record clinical information from the medical record efficiently; to organize data in computer program for report generation.
- Ability to plan and implement recruitment campaigns.
Ability to coordinate the activities of a multidisciplinary research team including physicians. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Ability to delegate tasks to support staff.
Reporting Relationship
- Reports directly to the Manager of Holy Cross Hospital Clinical Research Program.
- Pay Range: $77,334/yr-$116,000 annually
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
About Us
Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving more than 240,000 individuals annually from Maryland's two largest counties—Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health has earned numerous national awards, clinical designations, and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services.
Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Key Responsibilities
The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator leads and manages research programs while providing nursing leadership in accordance with protocol requirements and physician orders. They ensure hospital compliance with federal and state regulations and coordinate the activities of a multidisciplinary research team.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current Maryland or compact state RN license and possess a Bachelor's degree, with a BSN or MSN strongly preferred. The role requires at least three years of nursing experience and one or more years of experience in leading or coordinating clinical research studies.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Oncology — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 40 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 60% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$97k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $92k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 21.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates RN, Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator at Trinity Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Oncology (RN) — ranked against 294 active Oncology (RN) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
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