Job summary
Research Nurse
37.5 Hours Per week
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Main duties of the job
The post holder will significantly contribute to the recruitment of patients to research at George Eliot Hospital. They will facilitate the set-up, coordination and management of clinical research studies in a broad range of studies across a number of different departments.
S/he will be involved in many clinical research duties including the recruitment and consenting of patients. The post holder will facilitate the care of patients being treated within these trials as required, including the monitoring and observation of patients. They will be involved in the recruitment process and keep accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from research studies.
About us
Here at George Eliot our vision to'excel at patient care'takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
Effective Open Communication
excellence and safety in everything we do
Challenge but support
Expect respect and dignity
Local health that inspires confidence
Benefits:On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, on-site discounted gym, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide clinical and non-clinical support and expertise to NIHR portfolio research projects.
- Facilitation of concurrent research studies.
- Undertake mandatory training as required by Trust policies
- Be accountable for own actions in accordance with NMC Code
- Contribute to corporate objectives, acting within local Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times
Please find attached job description and person specification for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide clinical and non-clinical support and expertise to NIHR portfolio research projects.
- Facilitation of concurrent research studies.
- Undertake mandatory training as required by Trust policies
- Be accountable for own actions in accordance with NMC Code
- Contribute to corporate objectives, acting within local Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times
Please find attached job description and person specification for further details.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Substantial post qualification experience.
- Experience / knowledge of research.
- Knowledge of Research Governance and Principles of Good Clinical Practice
Desirable
- Experience setting up areas new to research.
- Experience of working in a clinical research environment.
- Knowledge of R&D within academia and the pharmaceutical industry
- Knowledge of CRN and NIHR
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- Current Professional Registration.
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
- First level degree or equivalent clinical experience.
Desirable
- Attendance at recent NIHR Good Clinical Practice Training.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Patient focused.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively.
- Able to use initiative and make decisions.
- Able to deal with difficult / sensitive situations.
- Able to work autonomously.
- Able to enter data accurately and within timelines.
Desirable
- Able to produce standard operating procedures in relation to research procedures.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Substantial post qualification experience.
- Experience / knowledge of research.
- Knowledge of Research Governance and Principles of Good Clinical Practice
Desirable
- Experience setting up areas new to research.
- Experience of working in a clinical research environment.
- Knowledge of R&D within academia and the pharmaceutical industry
- Knowledge of CRN and NIHR
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- Current Professional Registration.
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
- First level degree or equivalent clinical experience.
Desirable
- Attendance at recent NIHR Good Clinical Practice Training.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Patient focused.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively.
- Able to use initiative and make decisions.
- Able to deal with difficult / sensitive situations.
- Able to work autonomously.
- Able to enter data accurately and within timelines.
Desirable
- Able to produce standard operating procedures in relation to research procedures.
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).
