Clinical Research Nurse

About the Role. In this role you will deliver quality outcomes for children, young people and families (Leader of Self) in accordance with the Children's Health Queensland Leadership Excellence Framework and the Queensland Public Service and the CHQ values.You'll fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with Schedule 2, Nurses and Midwives (Queensland Health) Award

• State 2015
• Generic Level Statements (GLS) Nurse Grade 6 and the Queensland Health and Children's Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CHQHHS) commitments and values, in achievement of the organisational goals and Domains of Practice.Your contribution will include:Research specific roles and responsibilities:Play a key role in the coordination and delivery of high-quality clinical research in paediatric critical care, applying your advanced clinical and research knowledge to ensure successful implementation of local, national, and international studies that aim to improve outcomes for critically ill children.Conduct daily screening of patients in the QCH PICU to assess eligibility for research studies, obtain informed consent from parents/guardians and patients, and complete accurate and timely data entry in accordance with study protocols.Drive the successful conduct of multi-centre randomised controlled trials by facilitating ongoing education at study sites, promoting active and sustained recruitment, and ensuring timely and accurate data collection across participating centres.Collaborate closely with the ChIRP Clinical Trials Manager, Clinical Research Nurses, Research Assistants, Statisticians, and Data Managers to manage study timelines, monitor data integrity, and deliver study milestones.Contribute to the preparation of reports for Data and Safety Monitoring Boards, research ethics committees, regulatory bodies, and funding organisations, ensuring that reporting requirements and timelines are met.Assist in the development and refinement of clinical trial documentation, including protocols, case report forms, education material, informed consent documents, study manuals, and training guides.Ensure studies are conducted in compliance with approved protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), institutional policies, and relevant regulatory requirements.Provide GCP and study-specific training during trial start-up and initiation meetings and contribute to the ongoing development of standard operating procedures to maintain high research standards.Maintain accurate and organised records and documentation across CHQ and UQ systems in accordance with ethical and governance requirements.Domain 4: Research. Integrate advanced theoretical knowledge, evidence from a range of sources and own experience to devise and achieve agreed care outcomes for patients/residents/clients in line with organisational priorities.Participate in developing and undertaking quality initiatives, clinical audits, clinical trials and research.Inclusion and diversity. To encourage inclusive practices in recruitment, we are committed to increasing our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce and building inclusive cultures that respect and promote human rights and Workforce Diversity and Inclusion. CHQ is an equal opportunity employer.Some of the great benefits of working at CHQ HSSIf you're looking for a rewarding career, and you're excited to contribute to the development of Australia's best paediatric health service, come and join the team at CHQ and enjoy a range of benefits including:Opportunities for professional growth and development. Competitive renumeration. Annual pay increases12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% annual leave loading. Salary packaging. Employee wellness and assistance program. Work/life balance, variety, and flexibility. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at CHQ HHS here.