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• Administer, co-ordinate and manage the collection of data relating to ongoing clinical studies in the DREEAM portfolio and assist with recruitment into other studies when required.
• Screen, identify, recruit and follow-up appropriate patients for clinical studies.
• Demonstrate excellence and professionalism in all modes of communication: in writing, in person, via telephone and using ‘new’ media.
• Carry out and/or monitor all trial-related and other clinical care procedures for research participants to the highest safety standards.
• Demonstrate keyboard, word processing and database skills, adapting to the required needs of specialist and trial-specific systems. 
• Perform trial and other procedures competently and in accordance with local Trust policies e.g. ECG, sample processing, pregnancy testing, venepuncture, I.V cannulation.
• Ensure that the processing and storage of biological samples meets the necessary requirements of the research protocol in order to ensure safe handling and quality. 
• Take responsibility for seeking consent from patients and relatives and/or provide support to medical colleagues in doing so. Approach patients and/or relatives during their inpatient stay to gain retrospective informed consent where appropriate. 
• Liaise with clinical research associates involved in specific clinical trials and report any concerns or safety problems to the appropriate authority.
• Undertake research work under minimal supervision.
• Maintain accurate records and other documentation appropriate to the individual trials.
• Take responsibility for groups of patients in specific trials to coordinate all aspects of their participation.
• Contribute to the efficient set-up of new clinical trials as required and take the role of lead nurse on individual trials to improve continuity and effectiveness.
• Ensure all trials are carried out in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Represent DREEAM at investigator meetings and conferences associated with clinical trials and as an advocate for NHS research and evidence-based care.
• Ensure G.P.s are informed of, and updated on their patients’ participation in clinical trials in the portfolio where required.
• Ensure that the rights, dignity and confidentiality of research participants and their families are protected at all times.
• Actively maintain and promote effective communication within the department, the multi-professional team, patients and their families and other departments or organisations within the trust and network. Be a committed and supportive member of our small research team. 
• Take responsibility for ensuring safe keeping and archiving of all data from clinical studies in line with relevant legislation and local guidance.
• Prepare for and facilitate trial monitoring by sponsors and regulatory authorities as required.
• Assist in audit inspections and demonstrate knowledge of the audit process as a resource for clinical colleagues.
• Ensure all members of the multi-professional team are aware of the clinical trials on the unit through formal and informal teaching.
• Keep abreast of developments in Emergency and Critical Care research in order to carry out the role effectively and competently.
• Adopt a proactive approach to ensuring your own education and demonstrate a commitment to the development of the skills, knowledge and confidence of colleagues.
• Assist in the education of all members of the multi-professional team in the research process, details of specific trials and act as a general resource on research matters when required.
• Work with the DREEAM Emergency Department Education Team to support the delivery of evidence-based education and promote the ethos of DREEAM and NHS research.
• Adopt a professional and patient-centred approach to prioritising workload and demonstrate effective strategies for managing the care of patients and their families.
• Demonstrate excellence in carrying out nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and standards when applicable.
• Report to medical and/or senior nursing staff on the condition and progress of patients.
• Demonstrate excellence in carrying out trial-specific procedures / techniques in accordance with trial protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Work in a supernumerary capacity for occasional nursing shifts to maintain clinical skills and links with clinical areas.
• Contribute towards maintaining an environment conducive to learning and development.
• Contribute towards ensuring that research influences practice and education.