Senior Paediatric Research Nurse

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.

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

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.

Qualifications

Experience

Practical and Intellectual skills

Attitude skills