Job summary
As a Paediatric research nurse you will be required to support the safe conduct of clinical trials in accordance with the UK Clinical Trials Regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and provide assurance that the rights, safety and wellbeing of trial participants are protected. The role will, support the feasibility, costing and set up of research studies and assist in the recruitment of participants into observational and interventional research studies. The post holder will Lead on observational and interventional studies as deemed appropriate and allocated by their line manager. The post holder will be accountable for the assessment, planning, organisation and on-going care of research participants, whilst maximising compliance with study/trial protocol Assist with the training of professional staff ensuring compliance to protocol and practice guidelines. The post holder will use relevant knowledge to perform research procedures in accordance with study protocols and extend this experience to support others in the research team and other health care professionals where appropriate. The post aims to co-ordinate services with acute, primary and community care, the main purpose being recruitment and follow-up of research participants in various hospitals/settings.

Main duties of the job

• Give information in a format the patient understands.
• Ensure that all patients are recruited in line with the protocol
• Be responsible for the assessment, planning and on-going care and safety for a patient through their study journey referring patients for specialist care as needed
• Train to undertake clinical procedures such as venepuncture, cannulation, history taking and any study specific examinations as required for the effective and smooth running of a research study.
• Administer drugs as required and in accordance with the trust medicines management policy and study protocol.
• Centrifuge, process, track and ship blood samples in line with study protocol
• Complete case report forms in an accurate and timely manner.
• Work with data managers to ensure data queries resolved promptly and systems put in place to prevent future data queries.
• Organise and prepare documentation for audit and monitoring visits as required
• Co-ordinate and attend study visits.
• 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 and local policies and regulatory requirements
• Communicate effectively via all mediums, build rapport with all stakeholders.

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
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

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

For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

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

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered children's nurse RNC or RN with paediatric Trained
• Relevant post qualification clinical experience
• NMC - UK registration

Desirable

• Knowledge of research regulatory requirements - ICH GCP, UK Clinical Trials regulations, Research Governance Framework
• Educated to Masters level

Experience
Essential

• Working or worked on a paediatric ward
• Ability to manage own workload with guidance
• Experience of dealing with confidential patient information
• Ability to support more junior members of staff.
• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

• Relevant Clinical skills e.g Venepuncture, Cannulation, ECG
• Previous clinical research experience

Practical and Intellectual skills
Essential

• Understand the significance of research and use of validated results to improve practice
• Good understanding & knowledge of neonates/paediatrics
• Understanding of caring for patients and volunteers and assuring patient safety
• Understanding of valid informed consent
• Understanding of complete and accurate data collection and data-entry and computer literacy

Desirable

• Knowledge of research regulatory requirements
• Previous experience of receiving informed consent
• Knowledge of Archiving
• Previous use of databases powerpoint, word & excel

Attitude and soft skills
Essential

• 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 engage, develop and maintain good relationships with individuals across the trust
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Ability to approach problems creatively and be solution driven

Desirable

• Good assertion skills
• Smart appearance

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).