Jul 15, 2012 in Lab Skills, Research Translational research is finding its way into all phases of clinical trials which means more and more research nurses are finding themselves with the task of collecting and processing samples. These samples are very valuable resources and crucial to the … Continue reading
Jun 18, 2012 in Professional Development, Research Have any of my fellow research nurse colleagues had the opportunity to look at the policy issued by the Department of Health in March of this year on developing clinical academic researchers from nursing, midwifery and AHP’s? If not, I … Continue reading
Apr 9, 2012 in Research There are very many resources on the internet for nurses involved in research, whether that be clinical research, academic research or student research. One of the most popular websites in the UK is hosted by the Royal College of Nursing … Continue reading
Mar 9, 2012 in Ethics William R. LaFleur begins his book, entitled ‘Dark medicine: rationalizing unethical medical research’, by reminding us of Marcus Aurelius’ thoughts on how professionals should behave. Marcus Aurelius, Emperor of Rome between 161 and 180 AD, wrote that professionals should ‘be … Continue reading
Jan 30, 2012 in Collaborative Network, Professional Development A guest blog by research nurse Ethna McFerran Research nurse conference – ‘Be the change you want to see in the world’ Mahatma Ghandi As I walked to the first research nurse conference, through the maze of buildings at … Continue reading