Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled, driven and enthusiastic nurse to join our well-established clinical research team. Based in one of the most diverse and vibrant areas of London, Barts Health is the largest acute NHS Trust in England with a long-standing reputation of clinical excellence and innovation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating a portfolio of interventional and non-interventional clinical research studies within the NIHR Barts Health Clinical Research Facility at The Royal London Hospital and Whipps Cross University Hospital. They will be instrumental in the recruitment of participants in line with specified recruitment targets and timelines, alongside the provision of high quality, holistic care. Possessing excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will collaborate closely with leading investigators, other research team members and the wider multidisciplinary team, to ensure the safety of participants throughout the trial. You will manage your own workload, so a proactive, flexible, responsible, and mature approach is essential.
You will have a great opportunity to gain clinical experience across varying specialities, whilst also developing strong project management and organisational skills.
If you would like further information please contact the Research Lead, Jennifer Higgins (Jennifer.Higgins3@nhs.net) and Senior Research Nurse, Geetha Boyapati (G.Boyapati@nhs.net).
Main duties of the job
As a research nurse the post holder will, in partnership with fellow members of the clinical research team, have responsibility for coordinating and delivering all aspects of research trials, including identification, enrolment, randomisation, screening, collection and preparation of biological samples, collection and input of trial data and follow up of participants. The post holder will be expected to develop specialist skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials, in line with GCP and regulatory requirements. They are also expected to have sufficient skills to enable participants to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information, always acting as the participant's advocate. The post will require some travel across different sites within the trust to support colleagues and the CRF study portfolio as required, as well as travel to both internal and for external meetings.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse (Adult).
- Educated to diploma level.
Desirable
- Educated to degree level.
- ICH GCP training.
- Post-registration Neurology qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration nursing experience in the NHS.
- Demonstrable experience of successful multidisciplinary team collaboration.
- Demonstrable experience of utilising evidence-based practice.
- Demonstrable evidence of formal / informal teaching of participants, relatives and staff.
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to participants in a clear and simplified manner.
Desirable
- Experience in clinical research with a proven ability to recruit to interventional and non-interventional clinical trials.
- Experience of working with neurology patients, including those with Parkinson's Disease
- Experience of nurse-led informed consent.
- Experience of clinical trial data entry and query management.
- Previous use of clinical research management software e.g. EDGE, Redcap or EDC systems.
- Experience of participating in regulatory inspections/audits.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of data protection and GDPR, participant confidentiality requirements, and Caldicott Guidelines.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge and awareness of current health and professional issues in today's NHS.
- Demonstrate an understanding of The NHS Long Term Plan and NHS England's Research and Innovation Strategy, and their relevance to clinical trials in the UK.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of neurological disorders such as Parkinson's Disease and MS.
- Applied knowledge of ICH GCP and regulations governing the conduct of clinical trials in the UK.
- Knowledge and understanding of the clinical trials process, and the handling of clinical data.
Skills
Essential
- Proven competent to work alone to ensure participant safety and manage a portfolio of clinical trials.
- Competent and qualified to carry out phlebotomy and intravenous cannulation per trust policy.
- Proven organisational and time-management skills to manage and deliver a range of tasks and projects to tight deadlines.
- Attention to detail and meticulous documentation.
- Ability to write and disseminate information in a clear and precise manner.
- Well-developed IT/Computer skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable
- Competent to carry out phlebotomy and intravenous cannulation.
- Competent and qualified to administer intravenous medication per trust policy.
Other
Essential
- Motivated team player with the ability to work autonomously in in a dynamic working environment.
- Able to adapt to change, and a take a flexible approach to their role.
- Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion.
- Willingness to work across the Barts Health CRF per service needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse (Adult).
- Educated to diploma level.
Desirable
- Educated to degree level.
- ICH GCP training.
- Post-registration Neurology qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration nursing experience in the NHS.
- Demonstrable experience of successful multidisciplinary team collaboration.
- Demonstrable experience of utilising evidence-based practice.
- Demonstrable evidence of formal / informal teaching of participants, relatives and staff.
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to participants in a clear and simplified manner.
Desirable
- Experience in clinical research with a proven ability to recruit to interventional and non-interventional clinical trials.
- Experience of working with neurology patients, including those with Parkinson's Disease
- Experience of nurse-led informed consent.
- Experience of clinical trial data entry and query management.
- Previous use of clinical research management software e.g. EDGE, Redcap or EDC systems.
- Experience of participating in regulatory inspections/audits.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of data protection and GDPR, participant confidentiality requirements, and Caldicott Guidelines.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge and awareness of current health and professional issues in today's NHS.
- Demonstrate an understanding of The NHS Long Term Plan and NHS England's Research and Innovation Strategy, and their relevance to clinical trials in the UK.
Desirable
- Working knowledge of neurological disorders such as Parkinson's Disease and MS.
- Applied knowledge of ICH GCP and regulations governing the conduct of clinical trials in the UK.
- Knowledge and understanding of the clinical trials process, and the handling of clinical data.
Skills
Essential
- Proven competent to work alone to ensure participant safety and manage a portfolio of clinical trials.
- Competent and qualified to carry out phlebotomy and intravenous cannulation per trust policy.
- Proven organisational and time-management skills to manage and deliver a range of tasks and projects to tight deadlines.
- Attention to detail and meticulous documentation.
- Ability to write and disseminate information in a clear and precise manner.
- Well-developed IT/Computer skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable
- Competent to carry out phlebotomy and intravenous cannulation.
- Competent and qualified to administer intravenous medication per trust policy.
Other
Essential
- Motivated team player with the ability to work autonomously in in a dynamic working environment.
- Able to adapt to change, and a take a flexible approach to their role.
- Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion.
- Willingness to work across the Barts Health CRF per service needs.
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).
