João Pedro Rocha

Experience

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  Caring Homes Group

  Nov 2009 - Apr 2010

  Head of Care

  Head of the Nursing Team and the Health-Care-Assistant team; Clinical duties: drug administration, tissue viability; nutrition/diet, care for the elderly, Nursing documentation, vital signs monitoring.Management duties: elaboration of roster for both teams, order of clinical and non-clinical equipment; establish close contacts with the local practice regarding periodic referrals from my centre; leadership of shifts; moderator between working team and directorate's team.

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  Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust

  Mar 2010 - Feb 2012

  Staff Nurse

  Staff Nurse at Private Out-Patients Department, responding to all nursing needs during the ongoing clinics (both adult and paediatric). Examples of tasks include: phlebotomy, tissue viability (wound care management); ECG's and rhythm interpretation. Performing Spirometries and planning the clinics were other common duties in this Heart and Lung Disease Specialist Centre.In an ad-hoc basis, I would also do bank shifts in some wards in this Hospital as well, in an attempt to have a greater experience, view and domain over the surgical patient's path, during the pre, intra and post-operative status (Lung Resections, CABG, TAVI, etc). Show less

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  Imperial College London

  Feb 2012 - Aug 2014

  Clinical Research Nurse

  Conducting clinical research in Respiratory Medicine (Asthma, COPD, Chronic Cough) at the Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust (Royal Brompton Campus), along with the Airway Disease Section at the National Heart and Lung Institute (NHLI), which is part of the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College London.

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  Respiratory Biomedical Research Unit - Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust

  Aug 2014 - Nov 2015

  Senior Research Nurse / Clinical Trials Coordinator

  Lead Research Nurse/Coordinator for the Asthma Consortium, leading trials in Asthma and COPD.Coordination, recruitment, screening, enrolment, consent, and conduct/closure of clinical research projects:- Assisting in the development and configuration for Academia-related studies, NIHR Portfolio Studies, as well as configuration of Industry-sponsored studies: study design, critical appraisal, feasibility assessments, submission and liaison with NRES, and costing plans;- Coordination of both Interventional studies (CTIMPs phase IIa, IIb and III), and Non-Interventional studies (observational-longitudinal) with primary and secondary outcomes related to Translational Medicine (biomarker discovery/development) and safety and efficacy of unlicensed drugs;- Skills in standard respiratory measurements and interpretation of results, collection and sample processing, among others: Spirometry; Reversibility Testing; Bronchoprovocation Testing (Methacholine Challenge Test (PC20); Capsaicin Challenge Test; Citric Acid Challenge), Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO), Exhaled Breath Condensate - pH measurement/monitoring, Arterial Stiffness (Non-Invasive) using Vicorder ®; 12-Lead ECG’s; Sputum Induction with NaCl at 0.9%, 3%, 4%, 5% and 7%; Peripheric Cannulation; Venopuncture (Blood Tests); Urine Tests; Basic laboratorial competencies (Centrifuging samples; Transfer-pipetting.), Evaluation of Diurnal Peak-Flow Variability and other tools/questionnaires;- Responsible for reporting to project partners on the technical and clinical performance of research studies – local Research and Development, Clinical Research Organisations, National Research Ethics Service (NRES), NIHR, UK Clinical Research Network, Health Research Authority: accountable for reporting: SAEs/SARs, File Notes, Protocol Deviations/Violations, Annual Progress Reports for both CTIMPs and Non-CTIMPs, Annual Safety Reports (CTIMPs), and End of Study Reports (CTIMPs and Non-CTIMPs) Show less

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  HVIVO

  Aug 2015 - Mar 2018

  Screening / Viral Challenge Research Nurse

  Volunteer Screening and Viral Challenge Research Nurse responsible for conducting research projects (observational - biomarker discovery; and interventional - Phase IIa/IIb randomised control trials) in Virology, particularly level 2 viruses (Human Rhinovirus (HRV - HRV-16), Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Influenza (H1N1, H5N1, H3N2), with both and Asthma, under Human Challenge Model setting:- Dispensing, reconstituting, diluting, administering and returning investigational products using aseptic technique following GMP guidelines, in both single and double-blind placebo controlled trials (phase II);- Assist Senior Research Nurse and Associate Director running Screening facilities (FluCamp) clinics, including plan of staffing requirements and allocation of duties;- Supervision / mentoring of clinical and administrative staff, including training on study-specific assessments;- Review / Development of SOPs, including other procedural documents;- Consent, evaluate and examine volunteers undergoing screening assessments prior to enrolment in trials;- Analysis of projected study timelines and subject screening estimates, and scheduling of sufficient Clinics to meet appointment demand;- Review and input into study protocols for logistical and medical feasibility;- Attending internal study specific training and kick-off meetings;- Conduct trial visits and perform all protocol-related assessments (general and specific);- Assist in the management of Site Files / Trial Master Files;- Responsible for Data Management, including CRF review prior to study start, data entry into source documentation (including EDC systems, as per study requirements and timelines;- Responsible for management of Resuscitation Equipment (including daily, weekly and monthly checks, as well as replacement of equipment/drugs when needed);- Assist Data Management and Operations Management team in data queries, recruitment progress, and progress of volunteers in each on-going study. Show less

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  Heart Lung Centre

  Nov 2015 - Oct 2016

  Clinical Research Manager

  Hybrid Operations and Project Management role.Research Nurse Manager (Maternity Cover role) - Respiratory Medicine - Urology - Non-CTIMPs and CTIMPs (Phases I,IIa,IIb,III)- Lead Nurse the clinical setting, implementing high standards of clinical care - COSHH, Infection Control, execution of clinical procedures- Manage clinical trial processes/activities effectively, efficiently and collaboratively, both at a CRO level and in articulation with external Sponsors when CRO acts as a site host- Responsible for maintaining/improving performance in areas of key resources- Managing staff resources within existing budgets, deploying them effectively to meet service demands- Budget planning (departmental and trial-related) and utilisation to achieve strategic objectives and tactical plans;- Preparation, analysis and reporting of cost/profit ratios to meed deadlines- Bed and logistic planning to gain maximum benefit from usage and allocated space within the department- Reviewing and applying the most effective recruitment strategies to trials, making them cost effective (Sponsors/CRO)- Initiate/establish/develop new and articulated services when required, in line with strategic aims of the organisation, as business opportunities arise- Ensuring diligence to all processes and clinical practice in line with ICH-GCP Guidelines (compliance)- Ensure high standards of practice regarding intelectual property and confidentiality on a departmental level- Responsible for the Ethics Submission process (MHRA/NIHR/HRA/REC/IRAS)- Responsible for ongoing management of risk portfolio management (departmental and trial-related).- Ensure the team and its individuals are evolving through setting of standards, monitoring competencies and performance reviews- Lead link of communications with internal staff, hospital departments, volunteers, Sponsors and third parties Show less

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  Imperial College London

  Dec 2016 - Nov 2017

  Postgraduate Researcher

  Hybrid role as Lead Project Coordinator and Laboratory Technician in a Clinical and Medical Laboratory Science proof-of-concept project focused on asthma, obesity and the role short-chain fatty acids, as a by-product of dietary fibre, play in modulation of inflammation in human airway epithelial cells.

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  North West London Collaboration of Clinical Commissioning Groups

  Sept 2018 - Aug 2020

  PM responsible for:-Delivery & progress of the Primary Care Programme Portfolio in Ealing Borough(440.000 service users,76 Practices,1 GP Federation umbrella)as per STP,under a collaborative framework(CWHHE),through PM methodology and matrix management style for streamlined and effective commissioning of health services.Portfolio delivery includes national and local bespoke projects focused on QIPP;stakeholder engagement;service (re)development for improved quality and better accessibility to users.The latter includes: development of digital platforms and provision of specialist care in the community setting; implementation of IG compliant systems in GPs for e-referrals to secondary/tertiary care;-Planning/monitoring processes/resources with CCG PMO for delivery of enhanced Primary Care and OOH service improvements,through designing and maintaining project workbooks,highlight reports,risk registers,and contingency plans,for key milestones assurance (improvement of quality standards on provision of care or performance against cost-savings targets), and escalation of high risks and issues to Senior Management Team;-Progress reporting/forecasting through BI dashboards for monitoring activity-based performance and tailored support to GPs through engagement with Network Managers;-Supporting Head of Team and Commissioning Lead in defining project scope, undertaking analysis, benefits, risks, resources, and impact on services, as well as gathering of information for strategic proposals, business cases and options appraisals as and when required;-Weekly comms newsletter to internal/external stakeholders(>1000members)on projects, operational updates, and workforce training, for assurance of high-quality communication processes.-Managing Intranet website(Microsoft SharePoint platform), including policies, procedures, governance updates, BI dashboards and general information relevant to stakeholders for the operational delivery of projects and business-as-usual activity. Show less Strategy & Transformation Directorate:Critical role in ensuring the delivery of the Business Plan and financial sustainability in an organisation undergoing a financial recovery plan;Streamline and maximising efficiencies within the organisation by implementing processes such as the reduction in number of committees/team meetings and replacing them by matrix team portfolios with programme-centred approach, in order to actively support the recovery plan during the financial turnaround position for 2019/20;Development of QIPP and Financial Recovery Board, including terms of reference, planner, agendas for improved financial control in relation to deliverables;Development and embedding of PMO processes for consistent and best practice approach to the development of Quality Innovation Productivity and Prevention Programme (QIPP) and other key projects;Development of PMO reporting cycle, line with NHSE and other key stakeholders' requirements;Development and delivery of the Organisational Development plan;Monitoring of key performance indicators across primary and secondary care (planned and urgent), in line with the Business Plan's objectives;Regular reporting for a range of stakeholders (Finance and Performance, Quality and Safety, Senior Management, NHSE, NHSI), ensuring the organisation's statutory requirements;Working with a range of internal and external stakeholders to develop quality-related and cost efficiencies related projects;Tracking and monitoring complex data sets for the CCG's QIPP delivery;Representing the CCG in key meetings with partners;Tracking and monitoring risk and issues log for reporting and escalation into the appropriate committees/bodies, as per risk management process;Coordinate and develop assurance submissions to NHS England;Development and maintaining of visual management board (series of posters) which includes updates on deliverables in relation to the programme portfolio, risks and issues and projects milestones. Show less

  • Project Manager

    Sept 2017 - Aug 2020

  • Portfolio Management Office (PMO) Lead - Strategy & Transformation

    Sept 2018 - Mar 2020
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  London North West Healthcare NHS Trust

  Mar 2020 - Jun 2020

  COVID-19 Response Officer (Acute)

  - Development and implementation and monitoring of action plans for COVID-19 preparednessand response, evaluating progress through outputs and impact and reporting to Gold Command(Senior Directors / Operations), in line with local risk management strategy.- Leading on the processes of data collection and reporting to internal (LNWHT) and external (NHSE/I) stakeholders, in relation to COVID-19 key performance indicators (A&E performance, number of suspected / confirmed cases, number of casualties, overall activity in relation to admissions, discharges and level of patient dependency (L1, L2, L3) and finally medical/surgical bed split.- Assisting in bed optimisation processes, including but not limited to acceleration of time window between patient testing for SARS-CoV-2 and publication of results for improved outcomes in the process of cohorting suspected-COVID and confirmed-COVID patients onto bays and side rooms.- Leading on the implementation of COVID-19 risk management strategy in relation to nosocomial infection;- Developing and implementing a contingency plan for clinical staff rostering, aiming at cohorting clinical teams (nursing, healthcare assistants) in specific units and and therefore reducing risk of infection in staff and the risk of cross-contamination between teams working in COVID and non-COVID units.- Collaboration with Infection Control matron in setting and maintaining a process for optimised management of PPE: locally in units with specific PPE stations and bi-daily stock monitoring, and trust-wide with Store teams ensuring a a near-live position in current volume of PPE in-store versus the PPE bi-daily demand, and escalate when issues arise.- Support the Winter Assurance plans by managing the Face Mask Fit Testing Project for EalingHospital (1850 staff members; 6 testing categories; 10 Mask Types for all ethnicities). Show less

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  Reuther Strassenreinigung

  Dec 2020 - Jun 2022

  Finanzassistent - Lohnbuchaltung
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  Creditreform Gruppe

  Jun 2021 - Jun 2022

  Senior Agent

  Filiale - Creditreform Göppingen Engelhardt KG

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  Klinikum Stuttgart

  Jul 2022 - now

  Data Manager

  Responsible for the development of an online European Registry for children and adults with Soft Tissue Sarcoma (STS) (known as SoTiSaR 2.0-NIS) for the Co-operative Weichteilsarkom Studiengruppe (CWS) encompassing at least a 3-year monitoring period in a retrospective manner, from the time of diagnosis to remission, relapse, progredient disease and death. Design, programming and maintenance of a back-up database encompassing over 10.000 datasets since the inception of CWS in 1981;Leading on recurrent data quality surveys to ensuring high quality, measurable data with no gaps in each patients' dataset;National Coordinator for clinical trials in STS, namely the FaR-RMS trial (led by the Univ. of Birmingham, UK), currently being set up across for 44 sites through 20 ethics' commissions in Germany;Assisting in the development of manuscripts through data analysis and literature review for further publication;Support of doctorate students in academic projects focused in rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) and non-rhabdomyosarcoma entities. Point of contact for clinical queries concerning newly diagnosed and relapse patients for multidisciplinary review. This role is supported by the Deutsche Kinderkrebsstiftung, Stuttgart Cancer Center (SCC) at Klinikum Stuttgart and the Gesellschaft für Pädiatrische Onkologie und Hämatologie (GPOH). Show less