Research Nurse / Research Practitioner

The post is a one year fixed term 1.0 WTE position for a Senior Research Nurse / Research Practitioner working predominantly in delivery of research within the Barts T&O team at Barts Health NHS Trust and the Bone & Joint team at Queen Mary's University of London. The purpose of this post is to facilitate recruitment to and the management of the DIRECT Study: Delivery and Implementation of a Randomised Cluster Crossover Trial on Thrombosis (NIHR 159321). DIRECT will determine whether a first-line thromboprophylaxis management strategy including aspirin is non-inferior in terms of clinical effectiveness and safety, and cost-effective, relative to a first-line VTE thromboprophylaxis management strategy including low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) in adults aged over 60 years with a hip fracture. It is a cluster randomised controlled trial where data collected will be from routine data sets. With a total of 94 centres, this post will need to liaise with thromboprophylaxis committees and orthopaedic teams at each site so that each hospital is fully understanding of the trial and the need for it. The postholder will be the central point of contact for these teams. The post holder will be a core part of the study team, working with haematologists across the UK to enable the policy change and to be a primary contact for clinical questions. The post holder may need to travel nationally to meet with thrombosis committees. Main duties of the job The purpose of this post is to support recruitment to and delivery of the DIRECT Study: Delivery and Implementation of a Randomised Cluster Crossover Trial on Thrombosis (NIHR 159321). DIRECT will evaluate whether a first-line thromboprophylaxis management strategy including aspirin is non inferior, safe, and cost effective compared with a first-line venous thromboembolism (VTE) thromboprophylaxis strategy including low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) in adults aged over 60 years admitted with a hip fracture. The study is a cluster randomised controlled trial using routinely collected data sets. With a total of 64 participating centres, the postholder will liaise with thromboprophylaxis committees and orthopaedic teams at each site to ensure full understanding of the study rationale and requirements. The postholder will act as the central point of contact for these teams and will be a core member of the study team, working with haematologists across the UK to support implementation of policy changes and respond to clinical queries. The role may require national travel to attend meetings with thrombosis committees, We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager. 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 below. Job description, We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.

• BSC/1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification/training and experience
• Your professional knowledge acquired at degree level will be supplemented by specialist training, experience and short courses to Masters level equivalent.
• Post registration qualification in appropriate area of speciality or equivalent post qualification experience.
Desirable
• To have or working towards a masters degree
Professional/ Statutory Registration Essential
• RN1 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.
Previous experience Essential
• Extensive experience of haematology nursing.
• Working closely with thrombosis committees in the delivery or design of policies in the prevention and / or management of thrombotic events
Desirable
• Experience of work with Research & Development departments, ethics submission and other regulatory bodies in research.
Skills/ Knowledge/ Ability Essential
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal working across multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team. Other, Ability to carry out audit and research
• IT Skills
• Presentation skills
• Creative, lateral thinker
• Sensitivity based on knowledge
• Flexible and positive approach to work
• Diplomatic
• Good health/attendance record
  
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