Clinical Research Nurse

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	10 Medi 2025
Cyflog:	Heb ei nodi
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog:	Negotiable
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	31 Hydref 2025
Lleoliad:	Liskeard, PL14 3XA
Cwmni:	NHS Jobs
Math o swydd:	Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd:	A2074-25-0004

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Overview of Essential Responsibilities Clinical Research To work according to ICH GCP guidelines and research governance standards for clinical trials and current Standard Operating Procedures. To support the implementation, coordination and management of a limited range of clinical trial protocols. To assist in the identification, screening and recruitment of patients/volunteers into research studies according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure the effective achievement of study aims and monitoring of their condition throughout participation. To register/randomise patients into trials. Working with senior colleagues in obtaining informed consent as delegated by the Principal Investigator. To provide ongoing advice and information to patients/volunteers with regard to their participation in clinical research in order to facilitate effective informed consent. To act in the best interest of the research subjects and to ensure that their rights are upheld. Treat all persons encountered within course of his/her duties with respect and courtesy. To facilitate the informed consent process ensuring the following is accounted for:- The patient (and significant others) fully understand the nature of the clinical trial. The patient is aware that entry onto the trial is voluntary and they can withdraw at any time without prejudice The patient is aware of any extra procedures required by the trial The consent form is completed accurately and filed as required To co-ordinate visit schedules of research participants liaising with team members as necessary. To provide on-going follow-up care whilst the patient is in the clinical trial. To acquire and maintain a range of clinical skills necessary to facilitate research as determined by the research protocol i.e.: phlebotomy, vital sign assessment, clinical assessments and ECG recording as appropriate. To carry out associated laboratory work safely and in line with national requirements including: Centrifugation of blood samples and slide preparation Aliquoting and storage of samples at appropriate temperatures Order dry ice in advance of patient visit Pack samples ready for shipment Coordinate courier collection To process and store biological samples to the requirements of the research protocol, ensuring that safe handling and quality is assured To ensure the safe ordering and storage of study medication prior to dispensing to clients To ensure the safe administration of treatments and drugs given within the context of a clinical trials adhering to local and national guidelines To perform other clinical procedures as specified by the protocol To be competent in managing emergency situations such as cardiac arrest, major incident and fire procedures as they relate to the departments To participate in clinical trials monitoring as required to meet the governance requirements of each study To monitor treatment toxicity/side effects, report this these to the Principle or Sub-Investigator and initiate changes to treatment as required To record and report adverse events/serious adverse events which occur whilst the patient is in the clinical trial to the relevant personnel and act as required. This may include the trial co-coordinator/Principle Investigator and relevant local personnel/regulatory authorities in the event of serious adverse events To manage the organisation of own workload on a day to day basis To update the Senior Research Nurse/Research Nurse Manager on the progress of clinical trials Administration To ensure that all documentation including paper or electronic clinical research files, letters, and the surgery patient record are completed with a high degree of accuracy. Update excel spreadsheets and create Word documents as necessary. To liaise as necessary via email, telephone or writing with the project co-ordinator, sponsor, medical staff and other agencies involved to enable efficient running of the trials and maintain patient safety To access the computer network as required to retrieve relevant information. To assist with the archiving of clinical trials as required. Ensure site files are well organised and filing attended to in a timely manner. Ensure site files are maintained according to sponsor and research governance requirements Enter clinical data onto electronic data capture systems or study portals as per study requirements Professional Responsibilities To work within professional codes, being aware of own limitations and to seek advice as necessary, referring research patients to other personnel as and when appropriate To work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the ongoing development and smooth running of the surgery To contribute to clinical governance at a level appropriate to the post holders knowledge and experience To be responsible for maintaining strong relationships and positive communication channels with other key personnel both within and outside the surgery as necessary To contribute to the delivery of a high standard of care to all study participants irrespective of sexual orientation, age, and gender To adhere to the surgeries general conditions of employment To observe the confidentiality of patient information at all times, written, verbal and electronic, in accordance with the Data Protection Act, whilst being aware of the Freedom for Information Act To promptly report all incidents or accidents involving patients, visitors or staff and take appropriate action according to surgery policy Educational Responsibilities To ensure own practice is up to date and evidence based and to demonstrate an awareness of current, relevant research To maintain Continuous Professional Development in line with NMC guidelines, as necessary to support job role and actively maintain a personal professional portfolio To further develop knowledge and skills relevant to the research area by undertaking appropriate training, courses of study and attendance at meetings and conferences as appropriate To attend site initiation visits, investigator meetings and Interim study meetings as required To attend departmental and other meetings relevant to the post as required and under the direction of the Senior Research Nurse or line manager To be willing to undertake further training to meet the needs of research protocols as required To assist, as necessary, in the training of new staff commensurate with own knowledge and experience Specific Additional Responsibilities To provide cover for staff during periods of absence as required The post holder will be expected to carry out administrative duties to fulfil the roles outlined above and other duties appropriate to the post To work either at Pensilva Health Centre or Oak Tree Surgery as per organisational requirements