Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Velindre University NHS Trust for an Early Phase Research Nurse to be a part of the research delivery team providing patients with the opportunity to participate in Early Phase Clinical Trials.
We are seeking to employ a band 6 Registered Nurse with oncology nursing experience and a keen interest in clinical research. This position will support the delivery of advanced/novel therapies working within a specialised team of Research Nurses from both Velindre University NHS Trust and the Research Delivery Team at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Previous research experience is desirable but is not essential as in-house training will be provided.
This position requires agility as working across 2 sites is required, the successful candidate will also be working alongside a dedicated research team setting up, collaborating and delivering trials for the new Cardiff Cancer Research Hub.
This collaborative working and The Cardiff Cancer Research Hub will improve research access for patients in South Wales and beyond. This post would ensure we have the nursing skills and capacity to be able to do this, consistent with the Velindre University NHS Trust's Overarching Cancer Research and Development Ambitions 2021-31.
The role will involve an element of out of hours working, in line with the needs of the service and individual clinical trial requirements.
Main duties of the job
This post is fixed term/secondment for 14 months. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
- To co-ordinate the delivery of the early phase portfolio of trials under the supervision of Early Phase Nurse Team Lead.
- Responsible for coordinating and implementing research protocols.
- Promote clinical trials and create an awareness of Velindre Clinical Trials Unit and promote awareness of the S E Wales early phase portfolio and activity.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Deputise for Band 7 Team Lead in their absence.
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and / or Knowledge
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse with evidence of continued professional development.
- Post basic qualification in Cancer Care/Research or willingness to work towards.
- Knowledge of the research process and regulatory requirements e.g. ICH-GCP.
Desirable
- Clinical Research Qualification.
- Teaching qualification
- ECDL
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 5, with experience in oncology.
- Previous clinical trial experience.
Desirable
- Phase 1/2 trial experience.
- ITU / HDU experience
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Venepuncture/cannulation skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative with excellent organisational skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good patient advocate
- IT Skills - able to use WORD, Internet and Email
Desirable
- Teaching and presentation skills.
- Counselling skills
- Systemic Anticancer Treatment administration (SACT)
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel, in the course of duties
- Flexible approach to working hours according to service needs
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
Person Specification
Qualifications and / or Knowledge
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse with evidence of continued professional development.
- Post basic qualification in Cancer Care/Research or willingness to work towards.
- Knowledge of the research process and regulatory requirements e.g. ICH-GCP.
Desirable
- Clinical Research Qualification.
- Teaching qualification
- ECDL
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 5, with experience in oncology.
- Previous clinical trial experience.
Desirable
- Phase 1/2 trial experience.
- ITU / HDU experience
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Venepuncture/cannulation skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative with excellent organisational skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good patient advocate
- IT Skills - able to use WORD, Internet and Email
Desirable
- Teaching and presentation skills.
- Counselling skills
- Systemic Anticancer Treatment administration (SACT)
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel, in the course of duties
- Flexible approach to working hours according to service needs
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
