An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Clinical Research Division at Alder Hey Children's Hospital.
We are looking to employ two motivated band 5 research nurses, who are keen to join our Clinical Research team, delivering research for children and young people. Both Posts are fixed term/Secondment until March 2026.
The successful applicants will be supported by the well-established Research Team. If you are organised, enjoy a challenge and would like to be a part of our world class research team, we would welcome your application.
Research experience is desirable but not essential.
If applying for secondment please seek permission from your line manager before applying.
Main duties of the job
The Research Nurse will be part of a team of research nurses working in the Clinical Research Division and will assist with the day to day management of a portfolio of research studies. The role will involve working on studies from a range of different clinical specialities and is funded by the National Institute of Health Research, Clinical Research Network. The post holder will assist with screening, obtaining consent, sample collection and data collection for studies on their portfolio, in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Guidelines.
Job responsibilities
Clinical:
1. To assist in the co-ordination and facilitation of clinical study participants with support from the Band 6 Research nurses.
2. Undertake extended roles in relation to the demands of the individual studies.
3. To attend multi-disciplinary meetings, and appropriate clinics, to screen and recruit new participants, and to act as a resource to the members of the MDT.
4. To ensure the safe administration of treatments and drugs that are administered within the context of a clinical study.
5. To ensure that study specific investigations are undertaken as required by the study protocol, in order to establish eligibility and safety to enter the study.
6. To provide ongoing information, education and support to children, carers and families regarding clinical studies.
7. To ensure blood and other samples are collected as required by the study protocol.
8. To maintain accurate documentation of clinical events.
9. To accurately document data collected in to the case report forms (CRF).
10. To support monitoring and reporting treatment toxicity/side effects and initiate changes to treatment as required by the protocol.
11. To record and report adverse events that occur whilst the child is in the clinical study to the relevant personnel and act as required.
12. To provide ongoing follow up care whilst the child is in the clinical study.
13. To act as a primary contact point (for study issues) for the child and family in a clinical study.
Research:
1. To assist in the management of a portfolio of clinical studies with assistance from the research team.
2. To assist the team in identifying strategies for recruiting children to clinical studies.
3. To ensure that clinical study protocols are adhered to.
4. To ensure that you work according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and research governance standards for clinical studies.
5. To ensure Trust R&D management approval is in place prior to commencing a study.
6. To support and facilitate the informed consent process (appropriate to age and understanding).
7. To provide support for clinical study colleagues in their absence.
ADMINISTRATION:
1. To ensure that clinical study recruitment records are accurately maintained.
2. To access the computer network as required retrieving relevant information.
3. To ensure that clinical studies are effectively archived as required.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
1. To identify your learning needs in relation to a specialist area of practice.
2. To support development and evaluation of teaching/learning resources for junior members of staff/clinical teams.
3. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the paediatric articles related to the clinical studies you are leading on.
MANAGERIAL:
1. To act as a mentor/preceptor for junior members of the team and facilitate their development through challenge and support.
2. To contribute to the development of clinical and research policies/procedures/standard operating procedures.
3. To act as an ambassador for research and the Trust wide research team, participating in events which promote its work.
OTHER:
1. To understand and adhere to Trust policies and procedures.
2. To ensure that trust wide standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all those who come in contact with the service provided by the Trusts Clinical Research Facility.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
* NMC Registered Nurse (Child)
Desirable
* Possession of relevant degree or in process of obtaining
* Assessing and Mentoring qualification
Experience
Essential
* Substantial post registration experience in paediatric setting
Desirable
* Previous experience of research and/or audit
* Teaching, supervision and managerial experience
Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge of Child Protection issues in accordance with policy
Desirable
* Knowledge of Research Governance and Regulations (ICH Good Clinical Practice and EU Directives)
Skills
Essential
* Computer Literate
* Excellent paediatric clinical skills
* Excellent verbal/written/communication and listening skills
Desirable
* Ability to delegate and prioritise workload
* Venepuncture and cannulation skills
Employer details
Employer name
Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Alder Hey
Liverpool
L12 2AP
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