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Cardiothoracic Research Nurse

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Fixed Term Part Time Position until August 2026 (48hrs per f/n)
• Classification - Level 2 - 3 Research Nurse
• Located at the Alfred
• Great Staff Benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging

About the Team

The Alfred Cardiothoracic Surgery service provides a broad range of highly specialised procedures including, cardiac and pulmonary transplantation, mechanical circulatory support and pulmonary endarterectomy. The Service is a leader in transplantation and sees a significant thoracic workload, providing services to both metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. In addition, the department consists of National and internationally recognised academics and operative surgeons, evidenced by publications and other scholarly achievements.

About the Role

The Research Nurse will support key research projects within the Cardiothoracic & Transplantation Department, supporting senior staff, contributing and increasing annual research outputs. This addition to the department will facilitate the continued progression of work, assisting principal investigators to plan, initiate and conduct their research, further supporting the research department as required. This role will require the successful applicant to be comfortable approaching patients to discuss trial enrolment, telephone questionnaires, follow-up data, including in-person visits when applicable. As one of Melbourne’s largest teaching hospitals, this position plays a vital role in expanding research activities, assisting the department toward academic objectives, and improving our national and international research profile.

Duties

• Coordinate single site and multicentre trials 
• Provide progress reports and participate in regular meetings to discuss project objectives, methodology and outcomes 
• Participate in team meetings and activities 
• Design (planning and budgeting), conduct, and co-ordinate clinical-focused research projects of the department and its senior staff 
• Work in close co-operation with other members of a project team and to maintain a good working relationship with internal and external stakeholders to achieve a high level of co-operation leading to project goals being achieved 

Skills & Experience

• Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Experience in coordinating clinical research and trials within Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
• Clinical trial research experience

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance.
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Michelle Dawson at mi.dawson@alfred.org.au.

Applications closing 11pm AEST, Tuesday 24th September 2024.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au