Senior Research Nurse
| Posting date: | 12 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £56,276.00 to £63,176.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £56276.00 - £63176.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 August 2025 |
| Location: | London, SE1 9RY |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9196-25-1474 |
Summary
Work autonomously to manage a large caseload of patients acting as a professional in ensuring a duty of care to the patient and their families. Work within EU clinical trial directives in accordance with ICH GCP (International Conference on Harmonisation and Good Clinical Practice) ensuring that the clinical trial protocol is adhered to at all times. Identify patients suitable for entry into clinical trials by attending clinics (screening notes/consultant referral) and Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings. Participate in the informed consent process acting as a resource and support to patients and their families Co ordinate the research patient pathway from screening through to trial closure, creation of prompts at the setup stage of the trial. Ensure that adequate precautions are taken to minimise the risk of cross-infection in relation to the safe disposal of body fluids including blood products. Support the administration of trial drugs, be aware of and report any side effects as outlined in the protocol, in association with local nursing teams. Maintain adequate patients records and ensure all relevant information is documented in the patients medical and nursing notes. Responsible for accurate completion of Clinical Report Forms (CRFs). Responsible for the collection, co-ordination and computerisation of data generated from the clinical trials. Keep up to date with current practices for cannulation, phlebotomy, care of patients with Central Venous Access lines and handling and administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and Investigational Products IP). To identify strategies for recruiting patients to clinical trials and support less experienced team members to implement those strategies Act as a role model for excellence in oncology/Haematology based research. Act as the keyworker for trial patients throughout their clinical trials treatments, liaising with the medical and Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)team Responsible for signposting/referral of trials patients to supportive care services. Review trial protocols and identify risk and resource implications for the site. Attend pre-study visit and review protocol at feasibility stage to map out patients pathway highlighting any issues and potential resolution to ensure patients safety. Liaise with the medical team/sponsor organisation and co-ordinate the on-study treatment and follow up of patient. Liaise with Clinical Trial Set Up staff and Team Lead to help assist in the set-up of trials on site. Assist in completing submissions to Research & Development departments of relevant sites if applicable. Process amendments and disseminate information to relevant departments. Supervise the research team in the collation of data generated from clinical trials. To be able to provide information to allow for invoice to be raised for payments where appropriate. Build strong professional relationships with other departments in order to promote a good working environment. Educate appropriate medical and nursing personnel and departments of portfolio of clinical trials. Participate in the presentation of research findings within the Trust and other networks. To manage clinical incidents effectively To report to the Cancer Clinical Governance Team any clinical incidences and follow up to conclusion Maintain a dialogue of progress with the Clinical Research Matron and the Clinical Trials Manager. Attend monthly portfolio performance review meetings: identify and act on issues. Provide cover when necessary for annual leave, study leave, sick leave. To assist in the recruitment and selection of the research staff throughout the Trust. Contribute to yearly business planning to ensure the research team is properly structured and resourced at all times Take the lead in service development for the research team, directorate and the Trust Develop and implement the key worker concept within the Research Team. To develop and implement strategies to maintain and increase the level of patient recruitment into cancer clinical trials within GSTFT. To maintain the high profile of GSTFT in line with the Cancer strategy To innovate and contribute to the development of Network wide clinical and research policies and procedures. To work with the team leader in ensuring that the Trust is meeting the accrual targets for both NCRN and commercial trials and to act in addressing any shortfalls. To contribute in implementing strategies and systems for quality assurance. Attend the training programmes and other relevant education and training days as agreed in your development plan. Attend investigator meetings and conferences when required Takes personal responsibility for own professional growth and keep up to date with professional development and research. Prepare posters/research papers for meetings, conferences and publications. Represent the research team at local and national forums Participate in service development. Mentor and support other members of the team Participate in clinical supervision as both supervisor and supervisee in accordance with the NMC guidelines. Undertake performance review at regular intervals. Manage and ensure adherence to trust policies throughout the team. Act up for Team Lead and Research Matron as required.