Senior Research Nurse (XR07)
In collaboration with the immediate and broader multidisciplinary team (MDT), be responsible for ensuring that high standards of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient satisfaction is to a very high standard, compliant with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and national guidance and legislation.
Working effectively and proactively with senior colleagues, the MDT and agreed external agencies and collaborative partners, the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes to derive accurate and robust data capture, of observational and interventional studies, and ensure pharmacovigilance is maintained.
The post holder will be involved in ensuring that research undertaken within the department safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is conducted within the confines of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Guidelines for Research, EU directive, UK Governance Framework and other relevant UK legislation pertaining to the conduct and delivery of research.
The post holder will be instrumental in implementing team objectives to enhance the performance and development of the Research Nurses/Midwives and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), and other research delivery staff. They will act as a role model developing the research team, ensuring effective management of the department.
During exceptional times of need, you will contribute to clinical service, as agreed with the Matron for the Clinical Service Unit (CSU) and in line with the Trusts escalation policy. JOB DIMENSIONS This unique post requires an enthusiastic and motivated clinical research nurse/midwife/AHP to lead a team of clinical research nurses/midwives/AHPs within R&I.
The post holder will be a dynamic and motivated individual who will combine their managerial responsibilities with the opportunity to further develop their own knowledge of the clinical research process and specialist clinical knowledge. They will provide leadership and management to a team of Clinical Research Nurses/Midwives, AHPs and Clinical Trial Assistant(s).
As a senior nurse/midwife/AHP you will be expected to provide support, clinical supervision and training. Acting in a lead capacity within your speciality you will ensure that studies are delivered effectively; efficiently and compliant with GCP and other legislative requirements.
You will also have responsibility for ensuring the completion of study related activities across the CSU. Working clinically with the team you will promote high standards of both patient care and research practice and facilitate appropriate educational and training opportunities.
You will also work collaboratively across the Trust linking in with other research teams and contributing to research delivery workforce developments and work streams. The post will cover both the inpatient and outpatient setting with the caseload varying in size and complexity according to the trial portfolio.
You should be able to adopt a flexible approach to the needs of colleagues, participants, and external collaborators managing multiple team members and representing the nursing/midwifery team in both internal and external meetings. You must have effective organisational skills and be looking for a new and exciting challenge.
You should demonstrate the ability to manage your own work load and direct the work of others to ensure the team succeeds. The post holder will be required to work alongside academic and industry partners, the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Network (CRN) Yorkshire and Humber (Y&H) and colleagues in neighbouring establishments, attending regional and national meetings as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Registered Nurse (RN Adult or RN Child or Midwife for Childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC registered AHP Degree Level Education, working towards, or equivalent professional experience Recognised post-registration qualification in specialty Recognised teaching/assessing qualification Evidence of professional and leadership development Experience Extensive post registration experience Experience of leadership, managing staff and performance management strategies Experience of clinical audit, service development and or facilitation of change management Experience of computer database and administration Budgetary management experience (desirable) Skills Ability to communicate complicated information effectively within a multi-disciplinary team Demonstrates influencing & negotiation skills Displays high motivation and commitment to success Demonstrates problem solving and analytical skills Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail Displays resilience Education, training and appraisal skills Knowledge of recruitment and selection process (experience of this is desirable) Knowledge Insight into clinical specialty Understanding and experience of the research process and clinical research issues Standards of professional practice Personal Attributes Professional and patient focused Flexible, adaptable, innovator capable of lateral thinking Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to manage and identify stress in self and others Able to deliver feedback effectively Assertive and self-confidence to lead, involve motivate and challenge self and others Able to work independently and as part of a team THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility.
They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values Additionally the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: Commitment to supporting patients and their carers through the complexities and ethical dilemmas of decision making with regard to participation in a research project.
Commitment to meticulous and consistent attention to quality and detail. Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary team. Commitment to own development and the development of junior staff. Commitment to maintain high standards of care in accordance with Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTHT) guidelines and policies.Commitment to the development of nursing within the clinical setting. Commitment to lifelong learning, to maintain personal development within the role The Leeds Improvement Method: has a responsibility to improve the quality and safety of our services.
It is expected that in fulfilling a clinical leadership role you will be proactive in promoting and using the Leeds Improvement Method to improve the quality and safety of the service