Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Training Explained: Why Healthcare Workers Need It Beyond Nurses
Let's be honest, when you hear "Good Clinical Practice training," your eyes might glaze over a bit. You might think, "That's for the research nurses running drug trials, not for me." I used to think the same thing. But here’s the real talk: GCP training is essential for anyone involved in patient care, from healthcare assistants to phlebotomists. It’s not about red tape; it's the ethical and safety rulebook that protects both your patients and your career from harm, legal issues, and those heart-stopping mistakes that can happen in a busy clinical setting. If you've ever wondered why your manager keeps bringing up GCP or why it’s plastered over every other job listing, you're not alone. The truth is, understanding GCP could be what stands between you and a serious professional headache. Let me tell you a story I heard from a colleague. A really caring healthcare assistant gave a patient their medication but, in the rush of a hectic shift, didn...