Episode 4: Inside Clinical Trials — Patient Care & Research with Manda, BSN

In Episode 4 of Behind The Mask, we explore the world of clinical research nursing with Manda, a clinical research nurse at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. Clinical research nurses play a vital role in advancing medicine by connecting patient care with scientific discovery, helping bring new treatments and therapies from clinical trials to the patients who need them most.In this episode, Manda shares her journey into nursing and oncology research, discussing how her experiences led her to a career in clinical trials while earning her second-degree BSN. She provides an inside look at what a clinical research nurse does behind the scenes, from coordinating studies and ensuring data quality to supporting patients throughout the research process. We also discuss the intersection of patient care, innovation, and nursing leadership, as well as the unique challenges and rewards of working in a field that helps shape the future of cancer treatment.Whether you're interested in nursing, clinical research, oncology, or exploring alternative career paths within healthcare, this episode offers an insightful look at a lesser-known but essential profession that combines compassion, science, and discovery.