Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Research and Innovation Delivery Team, the position available :
37.5 hours on a fixed term or secondment for 12 months
We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic and caring individual with a first level degree or equivalent and a minimum of 12 months experience as a registered nurse. The post holder will have experience within an acute care environment and an interest in working in clinical trials. Formal training will be given if needed including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Informed Consent in research. The post holder will be required to work across both sites, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital (GRH) and Cheltenham General Hospital (CGH) as well as being flexible to cover unsocial hours including some weekends. The post holder will be line managed by a Senior Research Nurse in the team and will be fully supported by our experienced Research Delivery Team
Main duties of the job
This role will involve all aspects of research study co-ordination and recruitment of participants into research studies within allocated specialties, in particular, within the acute sector, although other areas will be required according to demand. This post holder will initially work on Diabetes, Stroke and Cardiovascular Research through a combination of acute, outpatient and remote visits but will extend to other specialties. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly with all members of the research team and relevant multi-disciplinary teams across a variety of specialties in particular the acute care sector.
The post holder will:
- assist in the selection and recruitment of participants in compliance with study inclusion and exclusion criteria, receive informed consent and provide ongoing information, education and support to clinical trial patients as well as perform trial specific clinical observations and assessments, collect specimens and administer treatments as directed by trial protocols including the administration of medications including injections
- be able to work autonomously using own initiative to prioritise workload, and as a team member
- have excellent communication skills
- have excellent attention to detail especially during data collection.
About us
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest employer in the county and with over 8,000 staff, we are one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK. We offer a generous annual leave allowance, excellent bank rates, access to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme, discounts for local shops, restaurants and services, access to our health and well-being hub, access to our two on-site nurseries, flexible working options, discounted public transport, reward and recognition schemes, exercise and activity classes and membership to our popular hospital choir.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To work under the direction of the Lead Research Nurse and Senior Research Nurses to meet the fluctuating demands of the Trust research portfolio.
2. To support and embed clinical research in allocated clinical specialties as required.
3. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of clinical trial patients including safe administration of treatments and medications including injections such as vaccines that are given within the context of a clinical trial and reporting of any serious adverse events to all relevant personnel.
4. Perform trial specific clinical observations and assessments, collect specimens and administer treatments as directed by trial protocols and as professional registration guidelines allow.
5. Contribute to the set-up of research studies within the wider research team. Liaise with the Research Governance Team, Principal Investigators, support departments, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure a thorough feasibility process.
6. Ensure trial protocols are followed and that trials are conducted according to the UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research and EU Clinical Trials Directive EU2001/20EC Good Clinical Practice.
7. Assist in the selection and recruitment of participants in compliance with study inclusion and exclusion criteria. Receive informed consent and provide ongoing information, education and support to clinical trial patients (and their carers).
8. Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. Comply with Trust policies and guidelines and follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
9. Ensure research records are accurately maintained including, but not limited to: records in nursing/medical notes, Electronic Patient Records, case report forms and research site files. Adhere to requirements to protect confidentiality.
10. Identify strategies for recruiting patients into research. Encourage initiatives to increase patient involvement and assist in achieving targets for patient recruitment, speed and quality of research.
11. Act as a training resource to other members of the clinical team and a contact point in matters concerning trial patients and research protocols.
12. Operate within the financial constraints of the funding available for research studies.
13. Support the embedding of clinical research within our Trust. Contribute to strategies that inform Trust staff of current clinical trial activity/progress.
14. Respond to change in line with the needs of service provision. Work flexibly within the delivery team according to the requirements of different clinical trials.
15. Identify own learning needs and proactively seek educational and training opportunities to develop and maintain competency.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To work under the direction of the Lead Research Nurse and Senior Research Nurses to meet the fluctuating demands of the Trust research portfolio.
2. To support and embed clinical research in allocated clinical specialties as required.
3. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of clinical trial patients including safe administration of treatments and medications including injections such as vaccines that are given within the context of a clinical trial and reporting of any serious adverse events to all relevant personnel.
4. Perform trial specific clinical observations and assessments, collect specimens and administer treatments as directed by trial protocols and as professional registration guidelines allow.
5. Contribute to the set-up of research studies within the wider research team. Liaise with the Research Governance Team, Principal Investigators, support departments, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure a thorough feasibility process.
6. Ensure trial protocols are followed and that trials are conducted according to the UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research and EU Clinical Trials Directive EU2001/20EC Good Clinical Practice.
7. Assist in the selection and recruitment of participants in compliance with study inclusion and exclusion criteria. Receive informed consent and provide ongoing information, education and support to clinical trial patients (and their carers).
8. Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. Comply with Trust policies and guidelines and follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
9. Ensure research records are accurately maintained including, but not limited to: records in nursing/medical notes, Electronic Patient Records, case report forms and research site files. Adhere to requirements to protect confidentiality.
10. Identify strategies for recruiting patients into research. Encourage initiatives to increase patient involvement and assist in achieving targets for patient recruitment, speed and quality of research.
11. Act as a training resource to other members of the clinical team and a contact point in matters concerning trial patients and research protocols.
12. Operate within the financial constraints of the funding available for research studies.
13. Support the embedding of clinical research within our Trust. Contribute to strategies that inform Trust staff of current clinical trial activity/progress.
14. Respond to change in line with the needs of service provision. Work flexibly within the delivery team according to the requirements of different clinical trials.
15. Identify own learning needs and proactively seek educational and training opportunities to develop and maintain competency.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 12 months experience as a Registered Nurse
Desirable
- ICH Good Clinical Practice and Research Goverance training
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in NHS setting
- Understanding of clinical trials and research in a healthcare setting including knowledge of GCP and Research Governance
- Experience of working in acute care clinical environment
Desirable
- Management or supervision of junior staff
- Demonstration experience in using Microsoft office and related packages
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously, as a member of a team using own initiative and without direct supervision
- Strong organiasational skills
- Evidence of accuracy and attention to detail in data collection
- Diplomatic and calm under pressure
Desirable
- Competent in venepuncture
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 12 months experience as a Registered Nurse
Desirable
- ICH Good Clinical Practice and Research Goverance training
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in NHS setting
- Understanding of clinical trials and research in a healthcare setting including knowledge of GCP and Research Governance
- Experience of working in acute care clinical environment
Desirable
- Management or supervision of junior staff
- Demonstration experience in using Microsoft office and related packages
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously, as a member of a team using own initiative and without direct supervision
- Strong organiasational skills
- Evidence of accuracy and attention to detail in data collection
- Diplomatic and calm under pressure
Desirable
- Competent in venepuncture
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
