Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Research Nurse/Practitioner to join our award winning team! The post will involve coordinating a portfolio of research studies across different clinical specialties, and is ideal for individuals with experience of working in a busy research environment who wish to further develop their skills and experience.
Band: 5, 37.5 hours, 12 Month Contract. Happy to consider internal secondment, job share or split post across current clinical area and research.
Main duties of the job
Previous experience of NHS research would be beneficial for this role along with knowledge of Good Clinical Practice and basic clinical skills. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential and a flexible working approach is a key element to this role.
The successful candidate will be supported by a hardworking and motivated team of research nurses, Practitioners and CTAs. Training and career development opportunities are available to the suitable candidate, in this friendly and dynamic department which strives for excellence in delivering first class research and patient care.
About us
There has never been a better time to join the Bolton NHS Foundation Trust team. Here at Bolton our patients, staff and volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. We ensure that our patients receive the highest quality of Care and are guided by our trust 'VOICE' Values of Vision, Openness, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will work on a variety of NIHR academic and commercial studies alongside the multidisciplinary team, and will support the care of patients enrolled onto research trials.
See Job Description / Person Spec for detailed description of duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will work on a variety of NIHR academic and commercial studies alongside the multidisciplinary team, and will support the care of patients enrolled onto research trials.
See Job Description / Person Spec for detailed description of duties.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Educated to Degree level or Equivalent
- Registered Nurse / AHP / Practitioner
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with patients in a clinical environment
- Experience of working in a Research Environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a clinical research role
Skills
Essential
- Excellent IT Skills
- Good communication skills - verbal and written
- Basic Clinical Skills including Venepuncture
- Excellent attention to detail
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Educated to Degree level or Equivalent
- Registered Nurse / AHP / Practitioner
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with patients in a clinical environment
- Experience of working in a Research Environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a clinical research role
Skills
Essential
- Excellent IT Skills
- Good communication skills - verbal and written
- Basic Clinical Skills including Venepuncture
- Excellent attention to detail
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).
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).
