Job Title: Clinical Research Nurse Department: Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Reporting to: Deputy Dean of Interprofessionalism and Community-Engaged Learning Location: Carmelite Community Centre Contract/Duration: Temporary, part-time (0.3FTE), specified purpose contract up to end January **** Remuneration: Aligned to point 1 of CNM salary scale Closing Date: Monday 2nd February **** RCSI is a community of academic, research, clinical and professional staff working collaboratively to lead the world to better health.
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About Our Research RCSI recognises that excellence in research is critical to the quality of its educational activities, its credibility, and, overall, to its mission to enhance human health.
RCSI's research strategy aims to build upon its strength in translational biomedical and clinical research to deliver transformational, high impact changes in health care.
Targeting both Irish national and EU funding, along with increased collaboration with industry, is a major part of the RCSI research strategy.
Forging increased collaboration between RCSI PIs and industry is of critical importance to achieving success in this area.
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Summary of Post We now seek a Clinical Research Nurse to join the team in the RCSI Interprofessional Community-engaged learning Student Led Services.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to become a key member of a dynamic research team in an innovative and progressive research and education environment.
Specifically, the duties of the post are: Research and Evaluation Responsibilities Coordinate and implement the evaluation of student-led community health services using the RE-AIM framework, in accordance with approved ethics and governance arrangements.
Operationalise data collection across all RE-AIM domains, including: o Reach: documenting attendance, demographics, and access among underserved or marginalised populations.
o Effectiveness: supporting the collection of service-user feedback, experience measures, and perceived impact of the consultation.
o Adoption: capturing engagement of supervisors, students, and partner organisations.
o Implementation: monitoring fidelity to approved protocols, feasibility, and resource use.
o Maintenance: supporting assessment of sustainability, continuity, and scalability of the clinic model.
Implement informed consent processes for research participation in line with ethics approval.
Maintain accurate, complete, and secure research records in compliance with GDPR, RCSI data protection policies, and approved study protocols.
Support preparation of interim and final reports for internal governance, funders, and academic dissemination.
Implement research activities in accordance with approved ethics applications, RCSI research governance policies, and data protection requirements.
Ensure informed consent processes for participation in evaluation activities are conducted appropriately and documented accurately.
Maintain secure, accurate, and complete research records, including consent documentation and evaluation data, in compliance with GDPR and RCSI policies.
Support preparation of evaluation outputs, including interim reports, final reports, abstracts, and academic publications, under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
Support the delivery and ongoing refinement of the evaluation through high-quality implementation and data collection across clinic sessions.
Contribute to abstracts, conference submissions, and peer-reviewed publications arising from the evaluation, under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
Day-to-Day Clinic Operations and Continuity Act as the consistent on-site coordinator for student-led clinic sessions at the Carmelite Community Centre.
Oversee clinic preparation, delivery, and close-down, including: o Room setup and layout o Equipment preparation, calibration checks, and safe storage o Availability of consumables and documentation Coordinate student check-in, ensuring: o Attendance is recorded o Students are oriented to the site and clinic processes o Students understand their role, scope of practice, and escalation pathways Coordinate service-user/patient check-in and flow, supporting a safe, respectful, and efficient clinic experience.
Ensure continuity and consistency across clinics delivered by rotating supervisors and student cohorts.
Act as the primary point of contact on clinic days for operational or clinical queries, escalating issues appropriately to the Principal Investigator or Deputy Dean.
Provide nursing expertise to support the safe and respectful delivery of community-based health consultations alongside student-led activities.
Act as the primary on-site point of contact for operational queries during clinic sessions, escalating issues in line with agreed protocols.
Support orientation and briefing of students and supervisors to clinic procedures, workflows, and approved scopes of practice.
Ensure continuity of clinic delivery across rotating student cohorts and supervisors Clinical Safety and Protocol Adherence Support the safe delivery of clinic activities in line with approved Standard Operating Procedures, including those relating to: o Blood pressure measurement o Lipid and glucose testing o Pulse measurement o Sharps handling and clinical waste disposal Monitor adherence to agreed scopes of practice and referral pathways.
Support appropriate escalation of clinical concerns in accordance with predefined protocols.
Ensure that incident reporting processes are followed where required, and that documentation is completed accurately and promptly.
Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and reflective practice within the clinic environment.
Uphold service-user confidentiality, dignity, and respect at all times during clinic activities and associated evaluation processes.
Ensure that all clinic activities are conducted in accordance with approved standard operating procedures and professional standards of nursing practice.
Support safe handling of point-of-care testing materials and appropriate disposal of clinical waste in line with approved SOPs.
Identify and support escalation of clinical concerns in accordance with predefined referral and escalation pathways Governance, Quality Assurance, and Risk Support Maintain clinic-level governance documentation, including: o Clinic logs and attendance records o SOP training acknowledgement records o Equipment and consumables logs Support audits, reviews, and quality improvement activities related to clinic delivery.
Contribute operational insights to service refinement and risk mitigation discussions.
Work within established governance frameworks, recognising that strategic oversight and final accountability sit with the Principal Investigator and Deputy Dean.
Student and Interprofessional Support Support students from multiple health professions to deliver safe, respectful, and person-centred care.
Reinforce interprofessional collaboration, role clarity, and appropriate professional behaviour in a community setting.
Model best practice in community-based, preventative healthcare.
Provide practical guidance to students during clinic sessions while remaining within the boundaries of the role (not acting as an assessor or academic supervisor).
Communication and Liaison Liaise effectively with: o Academic leads and the Office of the DVCAA o Clinical supervisors o Community partners at the Carmelite Community Centre o Research and professional services colleagues as required Communicate clearly and professionally with service users, students, and staff.
Contribute to a positive, respectful, and inclusive clinic environment.
Professional Practice and Development Maintain professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
Undertake mandatory training and relevant continuing professional development.
Maintain competence in clinical, research, and operational aspects of the role.
Participate in relevant meetings, briefings, and training related to the clinics and evaluation.
Coordinate and manage clinical research projects assigned to you in adherence with the research protocols and associated study standard operating procedures.
Coordination of a research study will include screening and recruitment of study participants, coordination of study visits and follow up visits, preforming study procedures, chart review, data collection and data entry, safety information reporting and communication with the study sponsor and wider research team.
Be competent in the clinical duties delegated to you for the purpose of the study and be to undertake all study specific training.
Qualifications - (Essential): Successfully completed bachelor's degree level or above nursing education.
Successfully completed master's in advanced nurse prescribing Must be registered with an appropriate division of The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
Knowledge & Experience - (Essential): Minimum of 5 years post registration experience.
Demonstrated clinical competence relevant to community-based health services.
Experience with structured data collection, documentation, and protocol-based work.
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage complex clinic workflows.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently while operating within defined governance frameworks.
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and secure data handling systems.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Be willing and able to learn new skills and have the flexibility to adapt to the needs of the project as it evolves.
Knowledge & Experience - (Desirable): Familiarity with audit or evaluation frameworks (e.g. RE-AIM).
Experience supporting interprofessional teams Knowledge of clinical governance, risk management, and quality assurance processes.
Experience working as a research nurse.
Experience in healthcare data collection.
Experience as a preceptor/in clinical education Knowledge of International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
Knowledge of the governance and legislative requirements surrounding the conduct of clinical research in Ireland.
We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do submit an application - we'd love to hear from you.
Application Process Please apply online through the RCSI careers portal on the closing date with your CV and cover letter.
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Informal Enquiries: Informal enquiries are invited in the first instance through Dr Muirne Spooner, Department of Medicine (email: ).
All applications for this post must be made through the career's webpage Please note that we do not accept CVs directly.
Garda vetting and occupational health review may be required for this role, depending on the nature of the duties and responsibilities.
Further information will be provided during the recruitment process.
Eligibility to Work in Ireland Visa sponsorship is available for candidates who fully meet the essential criteria of the role.
Candidates who require a work permit or hosting agreement are welcome to apply.
Proof of eligibility documentation will be required at a later stage in the recruitment process.
Please note that sponsorship is subject to approval by the relevant Irish authorities and role-specific eligibility.
Employee Benefits At RCSI, we help care for our people so they can focus on our mission to Educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health.
RCSI truly goes above and beyond to support its employees, ensuring they have everything they need to thrive both personally and professionally.
Here's a glimpse of the fantastic benefits available: Health and Wellbeing: Our Inspire Programme promotes the importance of taking care of both our general health and mental health.
Inspire manages the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offered through SpectrumLife.
Past events held by Inspire have included, workshops on mindfulness practices, yoga, nutritional advice, financial advice on mortgages, pensions & health insurance from leading experts, fitness challenges, baking competitions, weight loss programmes, annual flu vaccination campaign and many more.
You can also enjoy access to an onsite gym for just €10 per month.
Work -Life Balance: Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for fostering employee well-being, productivity, and overall satisfaction.
At RCSI, we offer flexible working arrangements, study leave, and career breaks.
In addition to 20 days of annual leave, employees receive an extra 6.5 days of university privilege days, which occur annually around the Christmas and Easter breaks.
Family Benefits: RCSI offers enhanced family leave to our working parents with fully paid Maternity, Adoptive, Paternity and Surrogacy Leave.
We also offer the first two weeks of Parents leave fully paid for, as well as the option to take Parental Leave until your child is 18 years old.
We provide access to Platform 55, a new Parents Platform to support staff before, during, and after becoming a parent.
We also offer flexible working, discounted Giraffe crche services of up to 20% and a Parents and Carers' Network.
Financial Security: Benefit from automatic enrolment in a pension scheme with Willis Towers Watson with the employer contributions increasing with your length of service, Death in Service of up to 4 times your salary, long-term illness and disability income replacement, and free advice on health, motor, and home insurance.
Discounted Services: Avail of discounted GP services, Taxsaver commuter tickets, the BiketoWork scheme, free eye tests at the National Optometry Centre, and discounted parking at St. Stephen's Green/RCSI car park.
Recognition: At RCSI, we value and recognise the contributions of our staff through various awards and events, such as Long Service recognition, the Vice Chancellor Staff Awards, and through Research Day.
Professional Growth: RCSI's Staff Learning and Development is committed to providing colleagues with opportunities and support to help them reach their full potential and thrive at work.
Offerings include a comprehensive programme of staff training, management and leadership development, mentoring, coaching and funding support for further study.
Staff Networks: Additionally, we support a range of staff networks, including the Women's Network, Postdoctoral Staff Network, Parents & Carers' Network, Project Manager's Network, LGBTI+ Network, Age Friendly Network etc.
These networks help RCSI to foster a sense of community and inclusivity.
Sports and Social Club: Engage in a variety of activities such as Yoga, Pilates and a variety of different Fitness classes.
Enjoy social evenings, Book Clubs, Summer BBQs and one-off events like the Taste of Dublin, Bloom, Dublin Horse Show and Dublin Zoo.
We also have a variety of discount tickets for shows and events through the year.
Note: This job description may be subject to change to reflect the evolving requirements of the Department and RCSI.
Similar vacancies that arise in the next 6 months may be filled from the pool of applicants that apply for this position.
RCSI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or race.
RCSI is committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across everything we do.
This ensures we can all work and learn in an environment defined by dignity and respect.
Eligibility to work in Ireland is a requirement of this role, Proof of eligibility documentation will be required at a later date.
Under limited and specific circumstances (research/ specialist roles) RCSI may be in a position to seek a hosting agreement and/or work permits.
Employees are required to undertake 6 months service in their current role before applying for other internal opportunities, unless agreed in advance by the SMT representative