Job summary
The post holder will learn a range of skills related to research and undertake substantive pieces of research work. This role involves but not limited to, gathering data on patients in the studies within the department.
To provide skilled nursing care to ensure the safe and efficient running of research studies within the facility. This post may involve shift patterns, including occasional internal rotation onto night duty to ensure 24 hour cover (including bank holidays).
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn about research governance, ethics, study management and study delivery with an introduction to research finance.
All relevant and mandatory research training will be provided.
The successful candidate will be part of a team that manages a portfolio of challenging and interesting clinical trials in various disorders .
The successful candidate will experience tasks such as patient recruitment, study assessments, blood collection and processing, data entry and data management alongside administrative tasks as needed for the clinical trials activities within the CRF/CTF ( Clinical Research Facility/Clinical Trials Facility)
The post is focused on providing the successful candidate with experience in commercial and non-commercial clinical trials by carrying out research activities, aimed at improving the care and treatment of the patients.
The successful candidate will develop a close working relationship with the inpatient and outpatient support services and be invited to the clinical trial team meetings.
The successful candidate will work towards being proficient in managing his/her own research workload effectively and completing trial documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the the attached Job description for the detailed Duties and Responsibilities required for the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the the attached Job description for the detailed Duties and Responsibilities required for the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse with clinical experience at Band 5 level
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certificate
- A clinical research qualification
- HTA Consent Training
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a clinical setting as an RN
- Experience in MDT working
Desirable
- Experience in Clinical Research
Skills
Essential
- Competency in medication preparation and administration including intravenous drugs.
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Able to take manual handling task in line with trust policies
- Able to cope with a busy and demanding working environment
- Effective Team Worker
- Able to prioritise work load
- Skills in obtaining ECG
- Skill on venepuncture and cannulation
- Able to work flexibly and night shifts
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of broad chronic conditions, e.g. Rheumatological, cardiac, respiratory, neurology etc.
- Knowledge in IT e.g. MS word, outlook, excel, power point etc
- Experience in MDT working
Desirable
- Experience in Clinical Research
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse with clinical experience at Band 5 level
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certificate
- A clinical research qualification
- HTA Consent Training
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a clinical setting as an RN
- Experience in MDT working
Desirable
- Experience in Clinical Research
Skills
Essential
- Competency in medication preparation and administration including intravenous drugs.
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Able to take manual handling task in line with trust policies
- Able to cope with a busy and demanding working environment
- Effective Team Worker
- Able to prioritise work load
- Skills in obtaining ECG
- Skill on venepuncture and cannulation
- Able to work flexibly and night shifts
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of broad chronic conditions, e.g. Rheumatological, cardiac, respiratory, neurology etc.
- Knowledge in IT e.g. MS word, outlook, excel, power point etc
- Experience in MDT working
Desirable
- Experience in 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.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Clinical Research Facility
King's College Hospital Denmark Hill First Floor Cheyne Wing
London
SE5 9RS
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
