Senior Paediatric Research Nurse

Job summary
Work with the Research Team to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the UK Clinical Trials Regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and provide assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected. The post holder will be responsible for undertaking, co-ordinating and driving a team in the recruitment of patients to clinical trials. The post holder will work with the team lead to develop and grow the research portfolio across their designated speciality area. The post will involve, managing and coordinating, clinical trials collaboratively with the research & multidisciplinary teams. Be accountable for the assessment, planning, organisation and on-going care of research participants, whilst maximising compliance with study/trial protocol. As a specialist role the post holder will provide, expert direction, support, supervision and management of staff. They will assist with the training of staff to ensure they conform to protocol and practice guidelines. The role will be key in problem solving and solution driving issues, to ensure research is conducted safely, effectively and efficiently by all members of their team. The post holder will co-ordinate our services with various healthcare partners, and be prepared to adhere to flexible working patterns to meet service needs of protocol. The post holder will co-ordinate their team to meet local targets and meet departmental objectives.

Main duties of the job

• Coordinate and support a team to Increase research portfolio growth over designated specialities.
• Assess and evaluate the progress of on-going clinical trials and research undertaken in the department maintaining accurate records of the status of studies.
• Provide specialist advice and support to other members of the multidisciplinary team about ICH GCP and HRA and other legislative requirements.
• Give information in a format the patient understands and answer questions fully for the patient to make an informed decision
• To receive and document consent when given by the patient as appropriate.
• Co-ordinate and attend study visits
• Be responsible for the assessment, planning and on-going care and safety for a patient through their study journey.
• Centrifuge, process, track and ship blood samples in line with study protocol.
• Collaborate with sponsors, study monitors and external bodies to ensure the study is meeting acceptable standards.
• Collect and record highly accurate data whilst adhering to the data protection act.
• Escalate and record adverse events and suspected unexpected serious adverse events that occur whilst the patient is on the study in line with the study protocol.
• Communicate effectively.
• Work autonomously using own initiative and collaboratively across the research and multi-disciplinary team involved in the research process. Be directly responsible for coordinating a team and portfolio of studies. Undertake an annual appraisal.

About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro

St Michael's Hospital in Hayle

West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance

As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.

Job responsibilities
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To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

Identity Checks

Professional registration and qualification checks

Employment history and reference checks

Occupational Health clearance

Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check

Right to work in the UK

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We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Children's Nurse/AHP with medicines management and paediatrics experience
• UK NMC registration
• Educated to degree (relevant subject) or specialist equivalent/demonstrable experience
• ICH-GCP certificate or willingness to undertake
• Mandatory training NHS clinical systems (electronic) ICH GCP

Desirable

• Teaching/ Mentorship qualification.
• Masters degree level

Experience
Essential

• Significant post qualification experience to include academic and commercial clinical trials in paediatrics
• Research trials experience to include commercial and academic clinical trial experience
• Good understanding of research
• Conversant with DoH Research Governance Framework for Health and Social Care, ICH GCP and the European Union Clinical Trials Directive & Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Audit experience
• Evidence of self-directed development
• Research methodology training

Practical and Intellectual skills
Essential

• Good computer literacy including email and internet
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage own time and workload with minimal supervision

Desirable

• Knowledge of IT databases

Attitude skills
Essential

• Ability to work in a self -directed manner whilst also contributing to and working as a team member
• Ability to perform tasks to a high level of detail and accuracy Excellent organisational skills
• Attention to detail. Adaptability and flexibility to meet dynamic service needs
• Adaptability and flexibility to meet dynamic service needs Excellent written & verbal communication Skills - ability to communicate complex information to patients /carers/MDT members
• Ability to be a research advocate and positive role model.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Ability to approach problems creatively and be solution driven

Desirable

• An interest in developing your own research

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).