Join the Renal Research and Clinical Trials team as a Clinical Nurse, delivering advanced patient care, coordinating innovative kidney health research and clinical trials, and contributing to research, education and evidence-based practice that improves patient outcomes.

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About the role

The Clinical Nurse – Renal Research and Clinical Trials provides advanced clinical nursing care and expert clinical support for consumers participating in renal research studies and clinical trials within the Metro North Kidney Health Service at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. The role combines specialised clinical nursing practice with research coordination activities to support the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care and the successful conduct of renal clinical research.

The successful candidate will work closely with study participants, principal investigators and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate clinical trial activities, support participant recruitment and follow-up, maintain research documentation, and ensure compliance with clinical trial protocols and Good Clinical Practice standards. The role also provides education and support to patients and families while contributing to research, quality improvement and the ongoing advancement of kidney health services.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Provide advanced clinical nursing care and expert assessment, planning and intervention for patients participating in renal research and clinical trials.
• Coordinate participant screening, recruitment, enrolment, randomisation and follow-up activities in accordance with study protocols.
• Educate and support patients and families involved in clinical trials to facilitate informed decision-making and participation.
• Maintain research databases, study documentation and participant records in accordance with ethical, privacy and Good Clinical Practice requirements.
• Support the development of research documentation, contribute to research outcomes, and promote a culture of research and enquiry within the Kidney Health Service.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first.

You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Further information

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

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• RBH694683 - Role Description (PDF)
  
  Application Support (PDF)
  
  Benefits for working with MN (PDF)