Clinical Demonstrates autonomy as well as the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team in identifying an.....
Clinical Demonstrates autonomy as well as the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team in identifying and meeting the needs of the patient and his/her family during various stages of the healthcare continuum. Coordinates and monitors the care of patients on clinical trials as follows: Participates in identifying potential patients for trials. Evaluates eligibility of potential patients. Ensures all pre-study tests are undertaken and results obtained. Acts as patient advocate and assists in obtaining informed consent in the first instance and as the trial progresses/unfolds. Registers/randomises patients onto study protocols. Provides general written and verbal information to patients and families on the concept of clinical trials and detailed education regarding the objectives, scientific rationale, treatment and investigations, side effects, self-care and follow-up for specific clinical trials. Participates in decisions concerning the treatment of patients on trials in accordance with the protocol. Where appropriate provides direct patient care within the expanded role of clinical trials (e.g. advanced history taking, toxicity and response evaluation skills, administration of experimental agents, etc). Systematically documents patient information in the medical notes. Schedules follow-up appointments, consistent with protocol guidelines. Collects and prepares biological samples as per protocol. Maintains measurable standards of nursing care for specific care needs for patients on clinical trials. Communication Disseminates protocol information and research results to health care professionals by one-to-one teaching, written information and/or in-service education classes. Educates multidisciplinary team about portfolio of clinical trials. To act as a primary point of contact for patients in specific trials. Educates patient and family about clinical trials, including the objectives, scientific rationale, treatment schedule, side effects and follow up plan. Develops programs of care for patients taking part in clinical trials. Establishes and maintains links with other hospitals and GPs. Management Mentorship to data managers and clinical trial practitioners. Provides cross cover for other trial practitioners, research nurses and assistants working in the clinical trials unit as directed by the Clinical Trials Manager. If the post holder has concerns regarding standards of consent /research process in general they shall report their concerns to the Clinical Trials Manager. To take personal responsibility for promoting a safe environment and safe patient care by identifying areas of risk and following the incident, serious incidents and near misses reporting policy and procedure. Professional Adheres to Trust and Directorate policies, procedures, standards and protocols. Research nurses to practice at all times in accordance with the NMC code of professional conduct. Research nurses to remain up to date professionally as outlined by the NMC. Research nurses to develop practice as outlined in the Trusts strategy for nursing and midwifery. Professional Development Demonstrate self-direction in facilitating continuing education and acquiring related experience. Maintains awareness of current advances in cancer treatments, research and nursing practice and use this knowledge to maintain high standards of care for patients with cancer. Maintains own professional development in conjunction with the objectives of the Service and those identified at Performance and Development Review. Assume responsibility for continuing education by attending related workshops, rounds, seminars, conferences and courses as well as keeping up to date on current publications. Participate in the induction of new staff. Contribute to educational initiatives within the Cancer Services Directorate. To be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures, the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Data Protection Act. General To adhere to the UCLH Service Commitment "Putting Patients First" and adopt a professional approach to customer care at all times. To comply with the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy and treat staff, patients, colleagues and potential employees with dignity and respect at all times. To take personal responsibility for promoting a safe environment and safe patient care by identifying areas of risk and following the Incident, Serious Incidents and Near Misses reporting policy and procedure. To take personal responsibility for ensuring that UCLH resources are used efficiently and with minimum wastage, and to comply with the Trust's Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs). To comply with Trust policies for personal and patient safety and for prevention of healthcare-associated infection (HCAI); this includes a requirement for rigorous and consistent compliance with Trust policies for hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment and safe disposal of sharps. In accordance with the Trust's responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004, undertake work and alternative duties as reasonably directed at variable locations in the event of and for the duration of a significant internal incident, major incident or pandemic. To be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures, the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Data Protection Act. To maintain confidentiality at all times. Other These guidelines are provided to assist in the performance of the contract but are not a condition of the contract. The job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the postholder. All staff will be regularly assessed on their knowledge, skills and behaviour, and application of all aspects of the job description, in line with the Trusts Personal Development Review (PDR) process. Staff will also be expected to abide by the relevant code of professional practice relating to their discipline.