Job summary
The purpose of this post is to take a leading role in the management all research studies undertaken at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Hospital.
In this role you will be a member of a Research Nurse under the Research and Innovations Team at Homerton NHS University Foundation Trust. You will be working as a Band 6.
As a Clinical Research Nurse you will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in research. The post holder will be responsible for the set-up, maintenance, and close down clinical trials in accordance with local, national and international legislation.
You will lead studies to assess patients' suitability, ensuring informed consent is obtained; co-ordinate the logistics for patient visits and undertake patient assessments in accordance with study protocol. All data to be recorded, including adverse and serious adverse events, in accordance with ICH-GCP and local national and international legislation.
Whilst the post holder will be allocated in the first instance to work within a specific research team and clinical environment, they will be expected to work in an alternative research team/ clinical environment to meet the needs of studies being conducted throughout Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be working for the R&I Directorate based at Homerton Healthcare and focus primarily on trials within the General Medical Departments but may also be asked to support other areas of research if required.
This is an exciting opportunity for NMC Registered Nurses with experience in Women's Health and Sexual Health to participate in a broad based research programmed (including both qualitative and quantitative studies) and in health research studies. You will be responsible for coordinating and supporting commercial academic and NIHR supported studies. You will need to be adaptable, confident and able to prioritise a combination of diverse demands on your time and able to work autonomously.
As a Registered NMC Nurse will be mentored by the lead research nurse through a well-designed induction programme with support and training in all areas of research governance. You will have the opportunity to develop as an independent Research Nurse working with all members of the multidisciplinary team of clinical and research staff.
You will be experienced in working in clinical trials and be an excellent organiser, you will have a meticulous approach, ensuring that all aspects of research protocols are adhered to, monitoring and reporting events, whilst maintaining confidentiality at all times. This will be combined with a sensitive and empathetic approach allowing you to act as a support for patients and relatives.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
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 knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed
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 knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed
Person Specification
Education
Essential
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Proven teaching and assessing skills
- Ability to apply current research to practice
- Able to manage difficult situations effectively
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to use own initiative
- Excellent level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to compile complex written information
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant experience at band 5 within a relevant speciality.
- Experience of supervision of junior staff or equivalent experience For specialist areas able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of patient group.
- Knowledge of research and audit and understanding of Good clinical practice (GCP )
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Experience of Nursing in women's Health
Desirable
- Research experience
- Medicine experience
- Experience of nursing in Sexual health
Other Requirement
Essential
- Commitment and Adherence to the Equality Act
- Understanding of the Trust Values
- Willingness to work flexibility
- Willingness to work on different buildings
- Willingness to work with an expanded team
Person Specification
Education
Essential
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Proven teaching and assessing skills
- Ability to apply current research to practice
- Able to manage difficult situations effectively
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Able to use own initiative
- Excellent level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to compile complex written information
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant experience at band 5 within a relevant speciality.
- Experience of supervision of junior staff or equivalent experience For specialist areas able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of patient group.
- Knowledge of research and audit and understanding of Good clinical practice (GCP )
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Experience of Nursing in women's Health
Desirable
- Research experience
- Medicine experience
- Experience of nursing in Sexual health
Other Requirement
Essential
- Commitment and Adherence to the Equality Act
- Understanding of the Trust Values
- Willingness to work flexibility
- Willingness to work on different buildings
- Willingness to work with an expanded team
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).
