Research Nurse - Clinical Trials

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora - Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District

Location:  Wellington and Hutt Valley Hospital

Service:    Clinical Trials Unit

Contract:  Fixed-term, part-time (0.6 FTE)

Salary:      NZNO MECA, RN Step 7- Pro Rata 

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual eager to work in the field of research? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are looking for a Research Nurse to coordinate and assist with the entire life cycle of clinical trials at Wellington and Hutt Hospital, from study start-up to maintenance and closure. This pivotal role supports our upcoming and existing contracts with pharmaceutical companies and ensures quality participant care, while also providing opportunities for professional growth through valuable experience and expertise

Mō tō mātou rōpū - About our team

Our team operates across Wellington and Hutt Hospital, supporting and overseeing research endeavours. Comprised of highly experienced individuals versed in various research domains, we are dedicated to enhancing health outcomes for our communities. Our commitment lies in ensuring equity, with a strong focus on the well-being of Māori, Pacific peoples, and individuals with disabilities.

Moū - About you

We are seeking a Registered Nurse - Research for a fixed-term, part-time position (24 hours per week). In this role, you will coordinate and manage assigned clinical trials for patients whose health challenges align with the trials. All necessary clinical equipment, supplies, and training on trial-specific procedures will be provided.

Your day-to-day tasks would include:

• Recruiting patients and managing databases of potential participants for clinical trials
• Performing clinical procedures, vaccinations, clinical monitoring, administration of medications
• Assist with collection of biopsies and blood, processing, storage and transportation as required according to specific protocols according to regulations
• Adhering to safety precautions and protocols at all times and educating staff and patients accordingly
• Recording and reporting adverse events and changes in medication history
• Liaising with relevant parties to ensure patients visits are conducted as scheduled
• Supporting colleagues in a positive and effective manner
• Maintaining accurate and confidential records

Minimum requirements:

• New Zealand Registered Nurse with current practicing certificate
• Provide effective, clinically appropriate and supportive clinical services to service users

E pā ana ki a tatou - About us

Here at Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.

Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

To find out more about us click on the following links:

Capital and Coast

Hutt Valley

Mental Health, Addiction and Intellectual Disability Service

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click - apply now - button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email recruitment@ccdhb.org.nz and indicate the job title and vacancy number in the subject line.

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai

By joining together we will succeed