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Kirsty Hynes
Name:
Kirsty Hynes
Job title:
Clinical Studies Officer
Place of work / study:
ENRICH, Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network
Area of Research:
Neurodegeneration
How is your work funded:
Chief Scientist Office
Tell us a little about yourself:
I graduated from The Robert Gordon University as a mental health nurse in 2013 and worked in a secure unit for 9 years, initially as a band 5, then progressing to a band 6. After this I had a total change of direction and applied for the job of clinical studies officer with ENRICH Scotland. ENRICH aims to improve the lives of people living and working in care homes, and their families by ensuring care homes have access to research, and that this research is relevant to care homes. I have enjoyed getting out to visit care homes and assissting them in participating in research.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself:
I love running and redecorating my house!
Why did you choose to work in dementia?
To explore a different area of nursing
What single piece of advise would you give to an early career researcher?
PPI as soon as possible is key when undertaking care home research
What book are you reading right now? Would you recommend it?
Nothing right now
Favourite film of all time?
Not sure
Favourite ways to unplug and unwind?
Running, walking, reading
What’s the best decision you ever made?
I need to think about that
What’s your favourite vacation spot?
Anywhere
Do you collect anything?
No
Can we find you on social media?
No
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