Patient Safety Lead

Job overview

This key role will provide professional nursing leadership and management of the research team comprising of research nurses, Practitioners, data managers and research assistants and will be responsible for the development of staff and the research portfolio within the overall RDU1 and 9 structure.

The Clinical Research Matron will be responsible for driving the expansion of the RDUs and underpinning this with commercial and grant income to enhance Neurosciences and Paediatrics research at King’s. Particular emphasis at King’s is the need to ensure that all staff recognise their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient focused manner maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Research Matron will be responsible for the line management of the research team and will lead on specific projects (staff training, induction, systems) as well as providing general support to the R&D Leads and Investigators. These include managing finances, resources and staff - maintaining the overall standard of care for patients at all times.

He/she will also demonstrate the ability to negotiate with professional colleagues for co-ordinated care within the research and Clinical Trials Service as well as establishing a profile to influence existing and new relationships within and beyond the organisation.

Working for our organisation

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites.

The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Clinical Research Matron will contribute to the development of the departments’ research portfolio and oversee the safe and ethical implementation and delivery of all studies conducted.

The post holder will work to ICH-GCP standards and the Research Governance Framework.

Leadership:

· To have overall responsibility for and provide leadership to RDU1 and 9, working to bring together the appropriate composition of research support for projects that enhance the clinical service at Kings College Hospital.

· To write maintain and implement operational policies and procedures (SOPs) within the unit.

· To develop operational systems to ensure that clinical research is facilitated to the highest ethical and regulatory standards.

Management :

· Have a comprehensive knowledge and provide expert advice to investigators and research teams and all clinical trials staff to ensure the relevant codes of conduct, regulations, policies, protocols and good clinical practice are adhered to.

· Develop, monitor and continually reassess systems to ensure that research is carried out in accordance with Good Clinical Practice and NHS governance.

· Be responsible for ensuring that accurate research and sample records are maintained: conducting trend analysis on the activities of the unit.

Clinical Practice :

· Produce and maintain an up-to-date clinical trials portfolio for reference for all clinical staff in the department.

· Provide support for RDU 1 and 9 research teams including covering clinics and research appointments where there are no other alternatives.

· Ensure all staff are competent in their clinical and non-clinical activities, providing training and mentoring when needed.

Education & Professional Leadership:

· Educate nursing and medical staff on the principles of clinical research, data collection, patient consent and concerning specific trial e.g., possible side effects that patients may encounter when receiving particular treatments.

· Educate patients, relatives and carers of possible side effects and of appropriate action that will need to be taken.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details of the main responsibilities of the role.

Person specification

Education & Qualificatins

Essential criteria

• NMC Level 1 Registered General Nurse
• Master’s degree or equivalent senior level research experience
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional & academic development.
• GCP qualification

Desirable criteria

• PRINCE 2 or other recognised project management qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of leading research training, support and supervision
• Prior experience of research studies with minimal supervision
• Demonstrates awareness of current research
• Experience of costing trials and budget management
• Managerial/team leader experience

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• In depth Knowledge of ICH-GCP
• Understanding of Regulatory requirements pertaining to trials
• Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of NHS Research Governance requirements and the research process
• Ability to work across boundaries, integrating with multidisciplinary staff in relation to research trials
• Venepuncture & cannulation
• Budget management skills and experience

Desirable criteria

• Report writing and presentational skills
• Knowledge of project management methodology
• Able to develop business and development plans

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• All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
• Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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