Job summary
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic
and highly motivated Research Nurse to become part of our friendly and
innovative Research Team at Arc Primary Care. The role is to support the
delivery of contractual targets and of Arc's NIHR adopted research studies.
We are ideally
seeking someone with experience, or a keen interest, in clinical research, a
knowledge of good clinical practice, good verbal and written communication,
adaptability and attention to detail.
The role is pivotal to developing a new and
innovative Research workstream across the PCN so requires motivation and
passion to develop the role and to deliver an excellent service for our patient
population.
Interviews will take face to face at Dunston Innovation Centre, on the morning of Tuesday 8th July.
Please note we are not an Agenda for Change Organisation
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be responsible for shaping and
developing the Research workstream across the PCN and, where possible;
improving services, addressing health inequalities and achieving core contracts
and targets.
You will work to engage with the setup of new studies,
recruit participants to the research studies, maintain follow up visits, be
responsible for entering data onto trial databases, raise the profile of
research within the trust, record and maintain accurate documentation relating
to trial participants.
About us
Arc Primary Care is the umbrella organisation of the Primary Care Network (PCN) in Chesterfield and Dronfield. Arc Primary Care is an alliance of GP Practices.
Our members consist of 10 GP practices which cover a population of over 100,000 patients. At Arc we are committed to ensuring the sustainability of General Practice (and the time honoured valued of list-based general practice model) and realising the benefits of working together.
We deliver enhanced services within the PCN designed to support and enhance the services offered by our member GP Practices within Chesterfield. We do this by employing staff to work through the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme and finding innovative and sustainable solutions to the changing needs of the Practices; we bid for contracts to help tackle health inequalities and drive up standards of care within the Chesterfield and Dronfield locality.
Our mission: Committed to high quality collaborative person-centred care. Delivered with integrity and transparency, improving health and wellbeing for all.
Benefits of working with us:
- NHS Pension with employer contributions
- On appointment 27 days plus 8 Bank Holiday annual leave entitlement which rises annually with length of service up to 33 days (pro rata for part time staff)
- Entitlement of up to 5 days professional/study leave per annum, pro rata.
- Access to Well-Being Support
- Blue light Card Discount
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Research Nurse will:
Co-ordinate and manage the clinical research portfolio comprising
national and international clinical trials.
Engage with the set up of new studies
Recruit participants to the research studies
Maintain follow up visits
Enter data onto trial databases
Raise the profile of research within the PCN
Record and maintain accurate documentation relating to trial
participants.
This is an
evolving role, and the duties and responsibilities may change in accordance
with the developing service and needs for the patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Research Nurse will:
Co-ordinate and manage the clinical research portfolio comprising
national and international clinical trials.
Engage with the set up of new studies
Recruit participants to the research studies
Maintain follow up visits
Enter data onto trial databases
Raise the profile of research within the PCN
Record and maintain accurate documentation relating to trial
participants.
This is an
evolving role, and the duties and responsibilities may change in accordance
with the developing service and needs for the patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level RGN (or equivalent).
- Current NMC professional registration
- Clinical research qualification
Desirable
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- ICH GCP Training
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexibility and adaptability within the role
- Ability to drive between sites using own transport
- Ability to work under pressure and timescales
- Strong commitment to working as part of a team
- Ability to work in an environment of change
Knowledge, skills and experience
Essential
- Well-developed computer /IT skills.
- Range of clinical skills (inc. Venepuncture).
- Effective time management and organisational skills.
- Post registration experience with sound clinical knowledge and evidence based practice.
- Good understanding of the local and national strategic context of research in the NHS.
- Up to date knowledge and understanding of the NHS strategy and agenda, national directives, other Department of Health and Health & Safety Executive legislation and all governance aspects; with a specific emphasis on workplace health and well-being.
- Knowledge of SEQOHS standards and requirements for accreditation.
- Demonstrate an understanding of risk assessment, its uses and implications together with associated health and safety implications.
- Ability to communicate effectively including active listening, writing, and verbally, with individuals on a one-to-one basis and with groups.
- Excellent performance management skills.
- Highly developed leadership skills with excellent interpersonal skills - ability to form positive relationships at all levels.
- Ability to manage complex workload under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines.
- Persuasion and influencing skills - ability to present ideas and proposals effectively.
- Be able to problem solve and make decisions with a strong sense of customer focus.
Desirable
- Research/Audit awareness.
- Risk Management awareness.
- Awareness of current Occupational Health & Well being issues
- Awareness of Health & Safety law
- Experience in bid writing related to commercial or clinical research
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level RGN (or equivalent).
- Current NMC professional registration
- Clinical research qualification
Desirable
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- ICH GCP Training
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexibility and adaptability within the role
- Ability to drive between sites using own transport
- Ability to work under pressure and timescales
- Strong commitment to working as part of a team
- Ability to work in an environment of change
Knowledge, skills and experience
Essential
- Well-developed computer /IT skills.
- Range of clinical skills (inc. Venepuncture).
- Effective time management and organisational skills.
- Post registration experience with sound clinical knowledge and evidence based practice.
- Good understanding of the local and national strategic context of research in the NHS.
- Up to date knowledge and understanding of the NHS strategy and agenda, national directives, other Department of Health and Health & Safety Executive legislation and all governance aspects; with a specific emphasis on workplace health and well-being.
- Knowledge of SEQOHS standards and requirements for accreditation.
- Demonstrate an understanding of risk assessment, its uses and implications together with associated health and safety implications.
- Ability to communicate effectively including active listening, writing, and verbally, with individuals on a one-to-one basis and with groups.
- Excellent performance management skills.
- Highly developed leadership skills with excellent interpersonal skills - ability to form positive relationships at all levels.
- Ability to manage complex workload under pressure and prioritise to meet deadlines.
- Persuasion and influencing skills - ability to present ideas and proposals effectively.
- Be able to problem solve and make decisions with a strong sense of customer focus.
Desirable
- Research/Audit awareness.
- Risk Management awareness.
- Awareness of current Occupational Health & Well being issues
- Awareness of Health & Safety law
- Experience in bid writing related to commercial or clinical research
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
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
