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Clinical Trials Research Nurse - Neurology | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	07 Mehefin 2024
Cyflog:	Heb ei nodi
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog:	per annum pro rata
Oriau:	Rhan Amser
Dyddiad cau:	07 Gorffennaf 2024
Lleoliad:	Oxford, OX3 9DU
Cwmni:	Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Math o swydd:	Cytundeb
Cyfeirnod swydd:	6378602/321-CORP-6073928-B6-1

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Dr. Ruth Geraldes (lead of the MS clinical trials group) and Dr Isabel Leite (Consultant Neurologist) are seeking a part time Research Nurse to support clinical research in the field of neurological conditions and neurodegeneration, in line with the aims of the NIHR UK Clinical Research Network (UK CRN). Based at the John Radcliffe Hospital, the post-holder will assist in the provision of a clinical study service. You will be responsible for managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical studies focused on Neurological conditions (e.g. MG, MS, NMO) This will involve the recruitment and monitoring of study patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data including collection and management of tissue and/or blood samples. You will work collaboratively with the vibrant and enthusiastic clinical studies teams and the wider multi-disciplinary teams in the management of your own caseload of clinical study patients. The role involves using an in depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice, alongside a working knowledge and compliance with the local, national and international research regulations. This post would suit someone with a clinical background in Nursing, with a desire to engage with hands-on clinical trials/research.

Employed as a staff nurse to facilitate the research pathway for participants in clinical trials. Will be directly involved in:

• assessing, planning & implementing care for clinical trial participants during research visits.

• collection and documentation of accurate data and record of care if appropriate.

• provide support for a range of research studies and be expected to be flexible to work across a broad portfolio.

• assist in the recruitment & retentionof participants. Fulfil the expectations and capabilities as delegated by the Sponsor, Chief Investigator or Principal Investigator as set out in GCP & Research Governance Framework Work collaboratively with OUH service delivery colleagues to ensure high quality participant care and experience. You will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical studies focused on Neurology. You will work collaboratively with the clinical trials team and the wider multi-disciplinary team in the management of your own caseload of clinical trial patients.

The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) is funded through the Department of Health to improve the health and wealth of the nation through research. The CRN: Thames Valley and South Midlands is one of 15 local Clinical Research Networks in the NIHR Clinical Research Network (NIHR CRN). The NIHR CRN is the clinical research delivery arm of the NHS in England, tasked with supporting the rapid setup and effective conduct of studies, so that researchers can gather the robust evidence needed to improve treatments for NHS patients. These local Networks drive clinical research delivery performance across the locality, and champion the role of clinical research in the NHS at every level. The CRN: Thames Valley and South Midlands is hosted by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and works in partnership with local NHS Trusts to fulfil the aims of the NIHR CRN. The CRN: Thames Valley and South Midlands supports clinical research in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Milton Keynes.

3 Key Areas of Responsibility
3.1 Clinical

• Plan and coordinate your day-to-day work in collaboration with the Senior Research
Nurse management team.

• Ensure the safe administration of treatments given within the context of a clinical trial.

• Manage a caseload of people who have consented to participate in certain studies.

• Undertake study procedures required and in line with the research protocol.

• Provide accurate and timely information, education and support to patients (and their
significant others) regarding clinical research.

• Maintain accurate documentation.

• Have an understanding of adverse event reporting and recording, and ensure that the
Principal Investigator and Central Study Team is made aware of any such events.

• Act at all times in a way that maintains patients’ and carers’ dignity.

• Refer to other specialists as required in order to provide optimal patient care.
3.2 Research

• Work according to GCP and research governance standards for all aspects of work
practice.

• Support studies running in both the community and in the clinical trial units

• Act as Study Co-ordinator for Clinical Trials and Research Studies, under indirect
supervision of Senior Research Nurse


• Input to recruitment strategies. Support and assist in the development of action plans as
required

• Assist in the identification of patients eligible to enter clinical studies.

• Have an awareness of legislation and the Mental Capacity Act; take informed consent as
per study protocols.

• Register/randomise patients into studies.

• Adhere to clinical study protocols and report protocol deviations and violations to study
coordinator.

• Ensure that clinical trial records are accurately maintained.

• Ensure that own case report forms are accurately completed, in paper and electronic
format.

• Communicate effectively with the rest of the study team and patients/carers.

• Support the Senior Research Nurses in the event of inspection from a regulatory and/or
monitoring authority.

• Provide support for clinical trial colleagues in their absence.

• Attend meetings relevant to the nature of the job.

• Keep up to date with departmental, Trust, NHS, and EU developments for the
management of clinical research

• Travel as required by the network to research locations across the organisation.


3.3 Administration
• Use computer network and the internet.

• Ensure that all data is handled according to the Data Protection Act and in a confidential
and where necessary anonymised fashion.





3.4 Education and Training

• Promote research within the Trust and across the network in relation to clinical trials.

• Assist in the education and support of clinicians and service users.

• Continue your own personal and professional development keeping updated with current
practice.

• Contribute to performance development review processes

• Proactively seek opportunities for personal development and progression.

• Attend national meetings and training as relevant to role.



4 Other

• Understand and adhere to Trust policies and procedures, including trust mandatory and
statutory training.
• Act in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct or equivalent.

• Ensure that trust wide standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of
care to all those who come in contact with the service provided by Oxfordshire and
Buckinghamshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust. The post holder has
responsibility for safety as outlined in the hospital’s policy and Health and Safety Work
Act 1974.

• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

• This job description is an outline only and does not contain an exhaustive list of duties
and you may be required to undertake additional responsibilities. It may be amended by
the Consultant Neurologist following discussion with the post holder.


This advert closes on Sunday 23 Jun 2024