The aim of the role of the Band 7 Senior Research Midwife/Nurse is to manage and enhance the overall delivery of clinical research within the Trust by providing support and management to the existing Research team, by assisting with clinical and administrative activities related to clinical trials, from initiation to termination, in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines.

The post holder will assist with the set-up, maintenance, and close down of clinical studies, in accordance with local and legislation within various clinical areas. The post will include assessing patients' suitability to participate in research and innovation projects, ensuring informed consent is obtained coordinating the logistics for patient visits and undertaking patient assessments in accordance with study protocol. All data will be recorded, including adverse and serious adverse events, in accordance with ICH-GCP. The post holder will work primarily on the Reproductive Health and Gynaecology portfolio, but may also be expected to cross cover other areas of demand.

Main duties of the job

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?Candidate must lead on assessing planning and implementing high quality research that compliments the patient population, infrastructure and capabilities of the Trust

? Maintain a broad portfolio of studies

? Promote Research and Innovation to both patients and colleagues

Attend necessary MDT meetings to screen for eligible participants

Liaise with the R& I Governance team to ensure all projects have received all the necessary approvals prior to commencement

Reporting to the head of R& I, a talented individual is sought to oversee and grow the Reproductive Health and Gynaecology research portfolio and bring their skills and knowledge to the frontline to support and recruit our volunteer participants, and in turn monitor and support their research journey. The post holder will maintain high standards of clinical professional practice in relation to the healthcare of our participants.

By joining the team you will lead on the specialty assessing a wide range of projects for Trust participation. You will work as part of a team to enhance the opportunities we can offer to our community. You will also get the opportunity to collaborate with support departments such as Radiology, Pharmacy and Laboratory . Your work environment is fast- paced, interesting, dynamic and rewarding

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of Outstanding from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

ESSENTIAL

Essential

• Knowledge of research design and methods and IRAS form

Employer details

Employer name

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Homerton Row

London

E9 6SR

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