Job Description
Purpose of the Role: Clinical research is essential to provide an evidence base for improved medicines and treatment of sick children. It is well accepted internationally that hospitals active in research and innovation are associated with better outcomes for patients and better recruitment and retention of staff. As Irelands largest paediatric hospital and the leading centre in Ireland for the conduct of clinical trials and studies in children and young adults, CHI has placed excellence in research and innovation as one of its key strategic objectives. As part of ongoing development at CHI towards the opening of the new Childrens Hospital, a rationalisation and integration of the existing clinical research infrastructure across all sites is being undertaken. Under the leadership of the CHI Director of Research & Innovation, a new Research & Innovation Office (RIO) and Clinical Research Centre (CRC) are being set-up within CHI and will bring all aspects of clinical research infrastructure together under a single governance and management structure. The Clinical Research Centre is the forerunner of the new paediatric Clinical Research Facility (CRF) that will be embedded in the new Childrens Hospital. The CRC is made up of a team of research staff working across CHI sites to support clinical teams in the conduct of clinical trials and other clinical research studies that require specialist expertise and support. The Clinical Research Nurse is a key part of this team, working to support Investigators and research teams with clinical research activities. They will act as the primary advocate for the patient, both prior to and throughout their participation in a research study or clinical trial. As part of a team of Research Nurses, they will work closely with the CRC Operations Manager, Project Managers, Research Nurses and Research Coordinators, ensuring that study activities are carried out effectively and in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards. They will have particular focus on assisting the Principal Investigator to enrol patients to studies and clinical trials and schedule and conduct study visits, ensuring patient safety throughout and maintaining the Investigator Site File. Throughout the research study lifecycle, this role will provide continuity back-up and support as required to other Clinical Research Nurses and Coordinators to ensure the smooth running of research activities from set-up through to closeout, across the portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly motivated team and a dynamic environment, and to be involved in bringing advancements in health outcomes for children and young adults in Ireland. The role offers opportunities for ongoing professional development and the successful candidate will be provided with training and mentoring specific to their role. Essential Criteria: Be registered in the Childrens division of the active register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnimhseachais na hireann) Or Be registered in the General Division of the active register held by NMBI and have relevant childrens nursing experience At least 3 years post registration experience or equivalent relevant experience. Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development at the appropriate level How to Apply & Informal Enquiries: * Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CVs will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter. The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Friday, 27th September2024 by 11.45 p.m. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on by clicking Apply for Job. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method. For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Deirdre Gallagher, Clinical Nurse Manager III at deirdre.gall (Links Not Allowed) For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Recruitment team via email at (Links Not Allowed) Skills: Research CNM1 Research Nurse