Job summary
Exciting opportunity to join us as a Research Midwife in the Maternity Research Team at Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is keen to work in research. You will support a range of specialties' across Women's Health but primarily will focus on supporting the current open trials like Salurate, Lumella, Prestige, iGBS , SNAP 2, SNAP 3, Feed 1, and assist with setting up new trialsThe post holder will be able to work cross site at St Helier Hospital and Epsom Hospital, but may also be required to support research activity elsewhere in the Trust.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and hardworking Research Midwife to join us. A great opportunity for the successful applicant to gain research experience in one of the recognised and respected hospitals in South London.
We are happy to show you round or have a discussion about the role if you would like to, so please contact us for any further information.You will join research midwives and nurses who are currently supporting NIHR portfolio of studies within several specialties, including obstetric, paediatric, neonatal, maternity, health promotion and gynae.If you would like to find out more or arrange an informal visit please contact:Louise Emmett or Michelle Knight (Consultant midwives) l.emmett@nhs.net / michelle.knight2@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
Assist with the safe and effective delivery of a designated number of clinical research studies but mainly focus on overseeing and supporting Salurate, Lumella, Prestige, iGBS , SNAP 2, SNAP 3, Feed 1 and FNAIT trial.
Consent and recruit participants to the study and perform study specific point of care test
Assist with scoping out future studies, establishing study feasibility, pre- trial set up, recruitment of participants, education and monitoring of research patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data
Recording accurate research trial data onto trial logs
Action any missing data, resolve data queries
To coordinate and manage the collection of research data according to the trial protocol by developing and utilising systems for tracking patients to ensure that data is collected, (screen and prepare for clinics). The expectations within this job description will be met through leadership, hands on clinical practice, education and training, and research.
Have sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patient's advocate. Act as an on-going resource and support to patients and their carers,
The post holder must also be willing to move to different clinical specialties within the remit of their qualifications and where the need to do so is identified
About us
Welcome to the Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust. We offer an extensive range of services, including cancer, pathology, surgery, and gynecologyto over 490,000 people in south west London and north east Surrey. We operate two busy general hospitals, Epsom Hospitaland St Helier Hospital, and run services from other locations, including Sutton Hospital. We are also part of two innovative integrated care partnerships - Sutton Health and Careand Surrey Downs Health and Care. St Helier Hospital is home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unitand Queen Mary's Hospital for Children, while Epsom Hospital is home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC). Both Epsom and St Helier hospitals have Accident and Emergency departments (A&E)and Maternity services (Obstetrics). With nearly 900,000 people coming to our hospitals for care and treatment every year, our almost 5,000 staff and 500 volunteers work around the clock to keep our busy hospitals running smoothly.
As teaching hospitals, we play a key role in the education and training of tomorrow's doctors, nurses and other health professionals. Both sites work in partnership with St George's Hospital and St George's Medical School in south London to deliver high quality education and research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities include: facilitating study set-up; identifying suitable patients through the process of MDTs/screening notes; collecting data; interviewing; supporting and monitoring patients and data entry. The post holder will also be expected to have sufficient skills to enable participants to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the participant's advocate. Work autonomously to manage his/her caseload of participants, whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Maintain effective communication with women, carer's and professionals to ensure service delivery.
The post holder must also be willing to move to different clinical specialties within the remit of their qualifications and where the need to do so is identified.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities include: facilitating study set-up; identifying suitable patients through the process of MDTs/screening notes; collecting data; interviewing; supporting and monitoring patients and data entry. The post holder will also be expected to have sufficient skills to enable participants to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the participant's advocate. Work autonomously to manage his/her caseload of participants, whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Maintain effective communication with women, carer's and professionals to ensure service delivery.
The post holder must also be willing to move to different clinical specialties within the remit of their qualifications and where the need to do so is identified.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RM with current NMC Pin
- Diploma/Degree/Msc in Midwifery or Relevant post registration programme
- NMC-approved mentor preparation program. or professionally recognized equivalent teaching / mentorship course
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in delivering evidence based practice
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to women and their families with a balanced information provision and able to gain informed consent
- Excellent level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in accessing and handling computer databases and reports
- Excellent attention to detail, methodical with high standards of accuracy
- Experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
Desirable
- Experience in coordinating clinical research trials
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation
- Has undertaken a developmental course in undertaking or understanding research
- Experience in coordinating and managing the collection of research data
Skills
Essential
- Ability to generate reports and extract information from a database
- Able to present information and explanations in a logical and personable way that makes sense
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to screen and cleanse data on specific spreadsheets or screening logs
- Computer literate with experience of Microsoft Office, including Access, Word and Excel
Desirable
- Experience of implementing change
- Has worked with Red cap, Badgernet systems
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of clinical research methodology and how this may relate to clinical practice
Desirable
- Participation in clinical or midwifery / nursing research
Personal attributes
Essential
- Capable of working on own initiative to problem solve
- Good time management and a flexible willing attitude to working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Good organisation and communication skills
- Able to present information and explanations in a logical and personable way that makes sense
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RM with current NMC Pin
- Diploma/Degree/Msc in Midwifery or Relevant post registration programme
- NMC-approved mentor preparation program. or professionally recognized equivalent teaching / mentorship course
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in delivering evidence based practice
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to women and their families with a balanced information provision and able to gain informed consent
- Excellent level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in accessing and handling computer databases and reports
- Excellent attention to detail, methodical with high standards of accuracy
- Experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
Desirable
- Experience in coordinating clinical research trials
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation
- Has undertaken a developmental course in undertaking or understanding research
- Experience in coordinating and managing the collection of research data
Skills
Essential
- Ability to generate reports and extract information from a database
- Able to present information and explanations in a logical and personable way that makes sense
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to screen and cleanse data on specific spreadsheets or screening logs
- Computer literate with experience of Microsoft Office, including Access, Word and Excel
Desirable
- Experience of implementing change
- Has worked with Red cap, Badgernet systems
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of clinical research methodology and how this may relate to clinical practice
Desirable
- Participation in clinical or midwifery / nursing research
Personal attributes
Essential
- Capable of working on own initiative to problem solve
- Good time management and a flexible willing attitude to working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Good organisation and communication skills
- Able to present information and explanations in a logical and personable way that makes sense
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
