Job summary
The
Research and Innovation Department is continuing its exciting expansion. We
have several research specialities and the Cardiovascular Percutaneous
Coronary Intervention (PCI) research portfolio is looking for a Research
Nurse. We are looking to recruit a proactive and self motivated individual
with a keen interest in research to work within the PCI team. This post will
be to work alongside our already established PCI team of nurses and 6
Interventional PCI consultants. We are excited to continue to expand and
develop our growing portfolio of complex interventional trials, that include
early phase and complex device trials, as well as randomised and
observational studies.
It
is a full time post (1.0 WTE), with a permanent contract. This post will be
based at the Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds Clinical Research Facility (CRF),
LS1 3EX.
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the PCI research portfolio. The post holder will work within a
specialised environment including the cardiac catheter lab as well as acute
inpatient and out patient settings. Identifying, and caring for patients
enrolled in clinical research studies and will work closely with all senior
colleagues and all members of the cardiology MDT to deliver this high quality
clinical care to our research participants.
Expected Shortlisting
Date
17/04/2025
Planned Interview
Date
25/03/2025
Main duties of the job
The
exact dimensions of the numbers and types of studies may vary in accordance
with the dynamic nature of the research portfolio and specialist clinical
area. The main tasks being participating in the co-ordination and delivery of
patient related trial activities and associated administrative tasks and
ensuring that that all research undertaken within the department safeguards
the well being of patients and is conducted within the confines of ICH Good
Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research. In addition of being responsible
for ensuring that high standards of clinical care planning, delivery, safety,
and patient satisfaction are to a very high standards, compliance with Trust
policy, study protocol requirements, local and national guidance and
legislation is also required.
The
post holder will be required to work alongside industry partners, the
National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Network (CRN)
Yorkshire and Humber (Y&H) and colleagues in neighbouring establishments,
attending regional and national meetings as required.
Prior
knowledge of cardiology and or percutaneous coronary intervention is
encouraged but not essential.
If
you are interested in the post, we would like to encourage you to contact the
recruiting manager for an informal discussion
About us
Research
is at the heart of our Trust. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is involved in
research at all levels, developing and trialling new treatments for patients.
We believe that being involved in cutting-edge research helps us provide
better care to our patients.
Over
the next 5 years, we aim to be the best Trust to deliver high-quality
clinical research and to champion research amongst our staff. We also aim to
support and grow our world-class clinical infrastructure and assets for
research and innovation.
We
have a very proactive Research Academy. It offers an extensive programme of
education and training tailored to meet the needs of individuals, teams
involved in clinical research delivery in Health and Social Care.
Our
five Trust values are part of what make us different. They have been
developed by our staff. They are:
-
Patient-centred
-
Collaborative
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Fair
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Accountable
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Empowered
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and delivery of the
(To be added by clinical area) Research Portfolio, under the leadership of the
Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the immediate and
broader multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for ensuring that high
standards of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient satisfaction is to a very
high standard, compliant with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and
national guidance and legislation.
The post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning, scheduling,
conduct, recruitment, patient care, support and data collection required for all studies
within the department. They will be responsible for developing their own clinical
practice, maintaining competencies (related to the research portfolio) and where
appropriate taking delegated responsibility for the clinical elements of studies in line
with Trust policies and study protocols.
Working effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners, the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes to
derive accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained.
1 The Trust reserves the right to require employees to work either temporarily or permanently at or from any other of the
Trusts establishments at any time
AfC number (828g)
The post holder will be involved in ensuring that research undertaken within the
department safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is conducted within the
confines of ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research, EU directive, UK
Governance Framework and other relevant UK legislation pertaining to the conduct
and delivery of research.
The post holder will act as a role model developing the research team and ensuring
effective management of the department in the absence of the Senior Research
Nurse/Midwife/AHP.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and delivery of the
(To be added by clinical area) Research Portfolio, under the leadership of the
Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the immediate and
broader multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for ensuring that high
standards of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient satisfaction is to a very
high standard, compliant with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and
national guidance and legislation.
The post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning, scheduling,
conduct, recruitment, patient care, support and data collection required for all studies
within the department. They will be responsible for developing their own clinical
practice, maintaining competencies (related to the research portfolio) and where
appropriate taking delegated responsibility for the clinical elements of studies in line
with Trust policies and study protocols.
Working effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners, the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes to
derive accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained.
1 The Trust reserves the right to require employees to work either temporarily or permanently at or from any other of the
Trusts establishments at any time
AfC number (828g)
The post holder will be involved in ensuring that research undertaken within the
department safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is conducted within the
confines of ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research, EU directive, UK
Governance Framework and other relevant UK legislation pertaining to the conduct
and delivery of research.
The post holder will act as a role model developing the research team and ensuring
effective management of the department in the absence of the Senior Research
Nurse/Midwife/AHP.
Person Specification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Recent professional development
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical research specific issues
- Independence
- Autonomy
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical Research
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience
- Research Experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas and RN Child for childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered (including registration to AHCS)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research
- Non-Medical Prescribing (in some specific roles this may be an essential requirement for Registered Nurses and Midwife)
Person Specification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Recent professional development
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical research specific issues
- Independence
- Autonomy
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical Research
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience
- Research Experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas and RN Child for childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered (including registration to AHCS)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research
- Non-Medical Prescribing (in some specific roles this may be an essential requirement for Registered Nurses and Midwife)
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
