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Research Nurse (Gastroenterology Research) | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 13 June 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Dependant on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2024 |
| Location: | Headington, OX3 9DU |
| Company: | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6368371/321-SW2-6368371-B6 |
Summary
The Gastroenterology research team runs clinical trials for patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, together with Gastroenterologists, Industry and the Regional Research Delivery Network. We are looking for a Band 6 research nurse who can work within an established, experienced and supportive research team to recruit patients to our large portfolio of industry trials, monitoring and evaluating care and liaising with senior doctors and the wider IBD specialist team.
We are seeking someone who is looking for a new challenge, takes pride in delivering high standards of care, puts patient experience at the heart of what they do andhas experience in research settings. The post holder willbe part of exciting projects helping to facilitate new pathways of care and will be able to communicate with senior doctors and be the first port of call for patients receiving new and innovative treatments.
We have big aspirations this year to put clinical trials at the forefront of our patient’s treatment options within Gastroenterology and become a centre of excellence for clinical trial recruitment within Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
· Manage workload and co-ordinate allocated clinical trials and research studies together with clinicians and research nurses
· Recruit patients from Gastroenterology clinics and other care settings to the appropriate clinical trials and conduct their follow up when required
Manage patients care throughout their time in their study whilst evaluating and reporting accurately to senior clinicians and trial sponsors. Respond to trial queries that are raised in the electronic data capture software by the sponsor within a timely and professional manner
Utilise effective communication skills with colleagues both internally and/or externally
Able to competently perform a range of clinical procedures as required as part of the research protocolincluding laboratory procedures
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.
The Gastroenterology research team runs clinical trials for patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, together with Gastroenterologists, Industry and the Regional Research Delivery Network. We are looking for a Band 6 research nurse who can work within an established, experienced and supportive research team to recruit patients to our large portfolio of industry trials, monitoring and evaluating care and liaising with senior doctors and the wider IBD specialist team.
We exclusively manage a significant number of trials both commercial and academic. Our department comprises a large team of research nurses, practitioners and administrators who have an extensive portfolio of studies across both Hepatology and Gastroenterology research teams and share the facilities to deliver on these. We collaborate closely with the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) who monitor recruitment, provide nursing resources and organise meetings for healthcare professionals in the Thames Valley and South Midlands area, which provides a fantastic networking opportunity.
We are located on levels 5 and 6 of the John Radcliffe Hospital. Our clinical space is co-located alongside the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Day Case Unit on 6B, with our offices and lab space on Level 5.
We are seeking someone who is looking for a new challenge, takes pride in delivering high standards of care, puts patient experience at the heart of what they do and has experience in research settings. The post holder will be part of exciting projects helping to facilitate new pathways of care and will be able to communicate with senior doctors and be the first port of call for patients receiving new and innovative treatments.
The post holder could have a real impact on contributing to our service and helping us to truly individualise patient care within The Gastroenterology and Hepatology Clinical Trials Facility. We have big aspirations this year to put clinical trials at the forefront of our patient’s treatment options within Gastroenterology and become a centre of excellence for clinical trial recruitment within Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
As a facility we look to support our staff in their continued professional development, and we would be very keen to support the successful candidate with further educational opportunities while in post.
· Manage workload and co-ordinate allocated clinical trials and research studies together with clinicians and research nurses
· Recruit patients from Gastroenterology clinics and other care settings to the appropriate clinical trials and conduct their follow up when required
Manage patients care throughout their time in their study whilst evaluating and reporting accurately to senior clinicians and trial sponsors. Respond to trial queries that are raised in the electronic data capture software by the sponsor within a timely and professional manner
· Practice in compliance with their code of professional conduct, being responsible and accountable for their decisions, actions, or omissions
Able to competently perform a range of clinical procedures as required as part of the research protocol, ensuring accurate data capture.
Initiates and develops effective relationships, fostering clarity of the research nurse role within teams, to encourage productive and efficient working practices
Act as a role model for excellence in clinical research delivery & demonstrate the values of the OUHFT, including a person-centred approach to care
Provide line management and mentorship where appropriate to junior colleagues
Support learners/students on placement within the team
· Report all Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events in line with ICH-GCP, ISO 14155 and OUH NHS Trust Adverse Events Reporting policy
This advert closes on Monday 1 Jul 2024