Clinical Trials Nurse

Overview

Clinical Trials Nurse - Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research role at West Moreton Hospital and Health Service. Located within the Clinical Trials Unit at Queensland Centre for Mental Health Research (QCMHR). The Clinical Nurse - Trials uses advanced mental health experience to assist with mental health clinical trials and intervention studies. The role involves clinical trials participant contact, conducting research assessments, entering and managing research data, managing biological samples, and general research administrative duties. The role is accountable for practice at an advanced level and facilitates mental health clinical trials activities for QCMHR investigators, working with health services where recruitment occurs. The role requires contact with a range of stakeholders including health care teams, consumers/carers, other health professionals, general practitioners and other agencies (including non-Government agencies).

Responsibilities

• Clinical trials participant contact, assessments, data entry and management, and handling biological samples.
• Support and facilitate mental health clinical trials activities for QCMHR investigators; collaborate with health services where recruitment occurs.
• Conduct research assessments and perform essential research administrative duties.
• Engage with stakeholders including health care teams, consumers/carers, other health professionals, general practitioners and agencies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clinical trials and nursing experience across a range of clinical disciplines is preferred.
• Operational and strategic experience in research ethics, governance and clinical trials processes, with knowledge of NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research, Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research, ICH GCP guidelines, and Queensland Health Research Ethics and Governance Directive and Research Management Policy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and manage productive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Flexible, agile mindset; ability to manage multiple complex responsibilities, show initiative, problem solve, and work autonomously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex information clearly.

Mandatory Requirements

• Appointment requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Certified copies must be provided to the supervisor/manager prior to commencement of clinical duties.
• Recent mental health nursing experience is essential.
• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16.

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service with fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS)

How to apply

Further information regarding this role is in the attached Role Description and Information Packages. Submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Equality and Inclusion

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Job details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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