Paediatric Senior Research Nurse - Peterborough

at  North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join the Paediatric Research Team here at North West Anglia Foundation Trust (NWAFT). The post holder will be based at Peterborough City hospital with cross site working to Hinchingbrooke hospital as required. The post will be required to work on and deliver a range of projects specific to Paediatric research but there will be a requirement to work across all clinical divisions as workload dictates .
The successful candidate will work closely with the Principal Investigators to deliver research projects in Children’s and Neonatal Research. The successful candidate will be expected to involve themselves in all aspects of the clinical trial lifecycle from study set up (including governance aspects), recruitment, delivery of the study through to study closure. The post holders will have to work jointly with the multidisciplinary team, including consultants, practitioners, ward and clinic staff, clinical nurses, and specialist nurses. Experiences within research is essential. In addition to the brief list above you must familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification attached to this advert prior to applying.
This post has the potential of becoming Permanent
To cover a flexible service to support recruitment/delivery of Paediatric Research trials at NWAFT . To be involved in the informed consent, randomisation, and treatment allocation processes as necessary. To manage a caseload of CTIMP, device and observational trials from study conception to delivery, to close down, coordinating the care of your own caseload efficiently and communicating updates to the rest of the team. To assist with the identification and eligibility evaluation of potential trial patients. To undertake / ensure study specific investigations are performed as per study protocol. To perform clinical tests such as venepuncture, ECG’s, cannulation, urinalysis, study specific assessments (not an exhaustive list) To ensure clinical study protocols are adhered to and follow ups are completed as per protocol and to GCP guidelines. You will work collaboratively with local R&D members to assess capacity and capability for research studies as well as working with other members of the research teams to inform potential participants of appropriate projects.
We play a leading role in research, education, and innovation. Come and join our wonderful team at North West Anglia Foundation Trust. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NWAFT we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);

MEMBERSHIP OF THE NHS PENSION SCHEME:

Flexible working opportunities;
Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role

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