Paediatric Research Nurse

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.

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.

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.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Pamela Matsvimbo Job title: Kensey Team Lead Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 01872 25 6418