Deneise Francis
About Deneise Francis
Deneise Francis is a Research Nurse with over a decade of experience at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland. She holds multiple nursing degrees and has received recognition for her contributions to clinical research.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Deneise Francis has been employed at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) as a Research Nurse since 2014. Her role involves conducting clinical research and providing patient care in a research setting. Prior to her current position, she worked at NIH as a Clinical Research Nurse from 1998 to 2006, accumulating eight years of experience in clinical research. Her extensive tenure at NIH highlights her commitment to advancing medical research and patient care.
Current Role at National Cancer Institute
Since 2018, Deneise Francis has served as a Research Nurse Specialist at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in Bethesda, Maryland. In this position, she focuses on cancer-related clinical research, contributing to the development of new treatments and therapies. Her work at NCI builds on her previous experience in clinical research and nursing, emphasizing her dedication to oncology and patient support.
Education and Expertise
Deneise Francis holds multiple degrees in nursing and engineering. She earned an Associate's degree in Nursing from Montgomery College from 1992 to 1996. She furthered her education by obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Maryland - Baltimore, first from 1996 to 1998 and then again from 2017 to 2021. Additionally, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Houston from 1981 to 1986. This diverse educational background supports her expertise in both clinical research and patient care.
Previous Experience in Nursing
Before her current roles at NIH and NCI, Deneise Francis gained significant experience in nursing. She worked as a Staff Nurse at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital from 1996 to 1998 and then at Memorial Healthcare System from 2007 to 2014, where she served as both a Staff Nurse and a Clinical Research Nurse. This extensive experience in various nursing roles has equipped her with a broad skill set applicable to her research and clinical practice.
Certifications and Awards
Deneise Francis has received professional recognition for her contributions to clinical research. In June 2014, she was awarded the Sandra Turner Excellence in Clinical Research award by the Hoosier Cancer Research Network. Additionally, she obtained the Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (CCRP) from the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) on July 25, 2014. These certifications and awards reflect her commitment to maintaining high standards in clinical research.