LORI CAPPELLO
Alliance For Clinical Trials in Oncology
Saddle Brook ,NJ
2
Certifications
26
years of professional experience
Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in oncology, neurology, and clinical research. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes through excellence in clinical care and seamless transition to cutting edge therapies. Proven record of accomplishment in all stages of clinical trial conduct, from study design to publication.
Experienced healthcare professional adept at providing comprehensive patient care and advancing clinical outcomes. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting effectively to changing needs. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatment planning, and evidence-based practice. Known for strong communication skills, empathy, and results-driven approach.
Work History
Advanced Practice Nurse
3 Years 3 Months- Collaborated with physicians to deliver comprehensive patient care, facilitate referrals, and implement high-risk management strategies.
- Assessed neurosurgical patients, coordinated care plans, and adjusted treatment protocols with supervising physicians.
- Educated patients on treatment options, including surgical and medical interventions, to enhance understanding and decision-making.
- Recommended medications and treatments, including physical and occupational therapy.
- Discuss proposed surgical procedures, risk, and potential complications.
- Care for post-surgical patients after cranial and surgical procedures.
- Removed sutures and staples from patients post-surgery in clinical settings. and wound assessments as needed.
Advanced Practice Nurse - Research/Sub-Investigator
5 Years- Independent outpatient evaluation and management of oncology patients
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to inform advanced diagnostic and treatment decisions.
- Screen patients for clinical trial enrollment through gathering of relevant health history, physical examination, coordination, and review of diagnostics including radiological and laboratory studies.
- Educated patients and families to ensure the integrity of the informed consent process and promote adherence to clinical trial interventions.
- Liaised between principal investigator and study sponsor to communicate safety data, response assessments, study compliance, and regulatory matters.
- Evaluate and manage study related adverse events in conjunction with the principal investigator.
- Advocated for patients to address psychosocial needs during clinical trial, including reimbursement for transportation costs.
Neuro Oncology Nurse Liaison
6 Years 2 Months- Engaged in protocol development, enhancing study design and patient education efforts.
- Critical review of all new protocols/forms/amendments for neuro oncology program
- Collaborated across disease-specific committees on projects, publications, and educational initiatives to advance neuro oncology knowledge.
- Served as a resource for protocol execution and trial-related inquiries across all Alliance Neuro Oncology trials.
Clinical Research Nurse - Neuro Oncology
10 Years 10 Months- Managed clinical trial portfolio, overseeing current studies and identifying unmet division and patient needs to enhance research focus.
- Obtained informed consent, ensuring patients understood study procedures, risks, and follow-up expectations.
- Coordinated research activities and assessments for clinical trial patients, including visit calendars, scheduling diagnostics, drug administration, and clinical examinations to ensure seamless patient experience.
- Orchestrated site protocol compliance, ensuring timely data submission via electronic database to maintain regulatory standards.
- Led CRP Alliance initiative to enhance collaboration among clinical trials. for Clinical Trials in Oncology for HMH network.
- Developed and led Clinical Trial Hotline and Pre-screenings for all covid clinical trials across HMH network.
- Designed and integrated one system for seven hospitals to utilize for all covid clinical trial activities.
Staff Nurse, Oncology
10 Years 1 Month- Administered chemotherapy and supportive medications while monitoring infusion reactions and patient tolerance.
- Assessed oncology patients, documented findings in EHR, and escalated changes in condition promptly.
- Monitored complex patients during inpatient stem cell transplant and outpatient apheresis and photopheresis procedures.
- Directed patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans and providing ongoing discharge instructions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, side effect management, and symptom reporting.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Led a successful team composed of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
- Precepted newly hired nurses, facilitating their integration and enhancing their clinical competencies.
- Selected as hospital tour guide for Magnet Committee Surveyors to lead them and answer any questions they may have had for multiple Magnet designation visits.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate's Degree - Nursing
Skills
Clinical Trial Management
Patient Safety Oversight
Project Management
Attention to Detail
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Clinical judgment
Patient education
Certification
ONS/Biotherapy Certified, SOCRA Certified (CCRP), AANP Certified
Publications
- Goldlust SA, Nabors LB, Mohile N, Benkers TL, Hsu SH, Silberman S, Singer, Rao M, Cappello L, Farmer G. Final results from the dose-escalation stage of a phase 1/2 trial of TPI 287, a brain penetrable microtubule inhibitor, plus bevacizumab in patients with recurrent glioblastoma. J Clin Oncol 2017; 35 (suppl): abstr 2021.200020052018
- Samuel A Goldlust, Samuel Singer, Lori A Cappello, Ahmad K Almekkawi, Kangman D Lee, Anthony C Ingenito, Brett E Lewis, Themba Nirenda, Hooman Azmi, George J Kaptain, Phase 1 Study of Concomitant Tumor Treating Fields and Temozolomide Chemoradiation for Newly Diagnosed Glioblastoma, Neuro-Oncology Advances, 2024; vdae129, https://doi.org/10.1093/noajnl/vdae129
- Samuel A Goldlust, Louis B Nabors, Sigmund Hsu, Nimi Mohile, Paul J Dujic, Tara Benkers, Samuel Singer, Mayank Rao, Lori Cappello, Sandra L Silberman, George Farmer, Phase 1 Trial of TPI 287, a microtubule stabilizing agent, in combination with bevacizumab in adults with recurrent glioblastoma, Neuro-Oncology Advances, 2024, Volume 6, Issue 1, January-December 2024, vdae009, https://doi.org/10.1093/noajnl/vdae009
- Https://www.ons.org/education-hub/oncology-nursing-podcast/episode-360-overview-brain-malignancies-oncology-nurses
Personal Information
Title: Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in oncology, neurology, and clinical research. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes through excellence in clinical care and seamless transition to cutting edge therapies. Proven record of accomplishment in all stages of clinical trial conduct, from study design to publication.
Timeline
Advanced Practice Nurse
New Jersey Brain And Spine
07.2023 - CurrentRead More
Advanced Practice Nurse - Research/Sub-Investigator
Hackensack Meridian Health, John Theurer Cancer Center
10.2021 - CurrentRead More
Neuro Oncology Nurse Liaison
Alliance For Clinical Trials in Oncology
08.2020 - CurrentRead More
Clinical Research Nurse - Neuro Oncology
John Theurer Cancer Center
10.2010 - 08.2021Read More
Staff Nurse, Oncology
Hackensack Meridian Health
09.2000 - 10.2010Read More
Bergen Community College
Associate's Degree from Nursing
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Felician University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Felician University
Master of Science from Nursing
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