International Association of Clinical Research Nurses Announced

Seven CTSA/GCRC nursing colleagues have helped to establish a private, not for profit, professional nursing organization for clinical research nurses (CRNs). The group is pleased to announce the International Association of Clinical Research Nurses (IACRN).

IACRN will advocate in support of all CRNs in academia, as well as industry settings. The association will help set and maintain professional standards and best practices for all CRNs to ensure quality research practices, high ethical standards, regulatory compliance, and human subjects' protection.

IACRN is officially 'incorporated' and hosting their first meeting in October at the Children's Hospital in Boston. The association is supported by the American Nurses Association and will over the next couple of years establish a certification for this practice, just as other nursing specialties are recognized. The IACRN will also help standardize education, training, and practice in the CRN specialty.

The other founding IACRN members are from Georgetown University Medical Center; Children's Hospital, Boston; University of California, Davis; University of Texas HSC, Houston; Oregon Health Sciences University; and University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics. To learn more about the organization and the meeting please click here.