Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated individual to join the Haematology Research Team at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. The Haematology Research Team is a vibrant team that helps change patients lives by offering them the chance to take part in clinical research.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to appoint a caring, highly motivated, forward thinking and enthusiastic nurse to help lead and drive research across the Haematology department. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team, and will be responsible for supporting the day to day running of NIHR Portfolio studies. This includes all aspects of patient identification, recruitment and the follow up of participants.
Research experience would be advantageous, however all necessary training and support will be provided. This post would ideally suit individuals who have existing experience of Haematology in a clinical setting, or individuals with research experience who wish to branch out into the exciting area of Haematology research.
About us
We are a friendly, proactive team that supports team members, and strives to provide development opportunities . Based in one of the largest general hospital NHS Foundation Trusts, our research portfolio is consistently recognised for its breadth, size and quality.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Be a registered nurse with a degree or equivalent professional qualification, ideally with a relevant post registration qualification
- Demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills
- Have effective time management, and the ability to work with a wide range of healthcare professionals and external organisations
- Be willing to work flexibly in terms of hours and duties to meet service needs (including unsocial hours / weekends where required)
- Practice and maintain your clinical skills and competence
Informal visits/discussions are welcomed
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Be a registered nurse with a degree or equivalent professional qualification, ideally with a relevant post registration qualification
- Demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills
- Have effective time management, and the ability to work with a wide range of healthcare professionals and external organisations
- Be willing to work flexibly in terms of hours and duties to meet service needs (including unsocial hours / weekends where required)
- Practice and maintain your clinical skills and competence
Informal visits/discussions are welcomed
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications/ Training:
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- ENB 100 or equivalent Critical Care Course
Desirable
- Evidence of recent clinical research practice / evidence of recent appropriate research experience.
- Recognised post registration qualification within a speciality
- NVQ assessor
- Clinical research related qualification / able to demonstrate evidence of up to date knowledge and understanding of best practice within the field of clinical trials/research
Experience:
Essential
- Recent clinical experience in an acute clinical environment
- Experience in mentoring / facilitation / teaching / assessing / coaching
Desirable
- Experience of Benchmarking
- Experience in leadership / management and speciality development
- Experience of risk assessment
- Experience of preparing and submitting study approval documentation
- Knowledge of Research Governance Framework (RGF), International Conference on Harmonisation/Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP)
- Experience of or willingness to deal with conflict and non compliance
Communication
Essential
- Excellent personal and communication skills
- Demonstrable transformational leadership ability
- Ability to facilitate and support learning in practice
Skills & Abilities:
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise effectively with multidisciplinary team members
- Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
- Demonstrates excellent team working
- Knowledge of quality issues
- Ability to demonstrate motivation
- Excellent negotiating and influencing skills
Other
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of involvement in successful change management
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications/ Training:
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- ENB 100 or equivalent Critical Care Course
Desirable
- Evidence of recent clinical research practice / evidence of recent appropriate research experience.
- Recognised post registration qualification within a speciality
- NVQ assessor
- Clinical research related qualification / able to demonstrate evidence of up to date knowledge and understanding of best practice within the field of clinical trials/research
Experience:
Essential
- Recent clinical experience in an acute clinical environment
- Experience in mentoring / facilitation / teaching / assessing / coaching
Desirable
- Experience of Benchmarking
- Experience in leadership / management and speciality development
- Experience of risk assessment
- Experience of preparing and submitting study approval documentation
- Knowledge of Research Governance Framework (RGF), International Conference on Harmonisation/Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP)
- Experience of or willingness to deal with conflict and non compliance
Communication
Essential
- Excellent personal and communication skills
- Demonstrable transformational leadership ability
- Ability to facilitate and support learning in practice
Skills & Abilities:
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise effectively with multidisciplinary team members
- Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
- Demonstrates excellent team working
- Knowledge of quality issues
- Ability to demonstrate motivation
- Excellent negotiating and influencing skills
Other
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of involvement in successful change management
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).
