Overview
Clinical research helps millions of people live longer and healthier lives.
If you want to join this innovative and exciting specialty, we are offering a unique opportunity to work as a Clinical Research delivery Nurse/Practitioner in the Synergy Team within the Research and Development Department, University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust.
The Synergy Team coordinates studies in a large variety of specialties including Maternity, Diabetes, Hepatology, Ophthalmology, Paediatrics and Orthopaedics. We recruit patients from both inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves day-to-day care of participants on clinical studies including screening, recruitment, and follow-up.
Our staff come from a variety of specialties and backgrounds to create a multidisciplinary research team working together to deliver research across Plymouth.
We offer a friendly, supportive working environment with access to training and professional development and offer a full induction programme with ongoing mentoring. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience, support delivery of research and see first-hand the difference it makes to patients\' lives.
For further information or if you would like to arrange an informal visit please contact:
Natasha Wilmshurst
Research Nurse Specialist
01752 431854
Or
Sarah Griffee
01752 432997
Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and \"At Risk\" status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.
The post holder will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the clinical requirements associated with research to ensure optimum delivery of clinical trials. S/he will ensure that all research procedures are conducted according to study protocols and will be accountable for the recruitment, data collection and care of research participants with a focus on providing a quality experience.
We are a people business where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Leadership
* Have an understanding of the clinical research team work-plan and contribute to its achievement.
* Manage research performance and study timelines of relevant studies.
* Collaborate with other Trusts and organisations within the region to improve research delivery.
* Keep up to date with research management issues through liaison with other Research Specialists /Team leaders and link with national networks.
* Provide relevant supervision and mentorship to members of staff and students.
* Take responsibility for own health, safety and security and promote the health, safety and security of the wider team.
* Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical and research policies, procedures and SOPs.
* Facilitate and maintain effective communication within the research team and between the multidisciplinary clinical team.
* Assist in the delivery of education and training regarding research for the wider Multidisciplinary Team and act as an ambassador for research.
* Promote a blame free culture in reporting incidents and where appropriate support local investigation of incidents.
* Support appropriate studies within PHNT/UHP and its partner organisations as appropriate.
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