Research Staff Nurse

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 13 May 2025

Job summary

Employed as a staff nurse to facilitate the research pathway for participants in clinical trials. Will be directly involved in:

assessing, planning & implementing care for clinical trial participants during research visits

collection and documentation of accurate data and record of care if appropriate.

provide support for a range of research studies and be expected to be flexible to work across a broad portfolio

assist in the recruitment & retention of participants

Fulfil the expectations and capabilities as delegated by the Sponsor, Chief Investigator or Principal Investigator as set out in GCP & Research Governance Framework

Work collaboratively with OUH service delivery colleagues to ensure high quality participant care and experience

Able to deliver Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT)

Main duties of the job

The post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which

Be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care during participation in clinical research visits. Accurately document & report information relating to patient care and research data collection.

Communicate complex and sensitive information relating to participants involvement and care, to carers and other staff, overcoming barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events.

Able to competently perform a range of clinical procedures as required as part of the research protocol, ensuring accurate data capture.Able to access and manage the care of peripheral and central lines

Be able to plan own workload and Co-ordinate allocated research studies, as appropriate.

Participate in and ensure compliance with Informed Consent Procedures, acting within boundaries of own competency, research regulations and Trust policies/SOPs.

Use own professional judgment identifying when to escalate and seek senior support/guidance

Support the research team with all administrative tasks, including study set up including completion of feasibility requests, as required

Work within the limits of the approved protocol and any approved amendments andSupport Haematology Trial Unit, Haematology ward, ambulatory care and day treatment unit staff in caring for these patients

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Date posted

29 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

321-SW1-7073575-B5

Job locations

Churchill Hospital

Oxford

OX3 7LE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Employed as a staff nurse to facilitate the research pathway for participants in clinical trials. Will bedirectly involved in: assessing, planning & implementing care for clinical trial participants during research visits collection and documentation of accurate data and record of care if appropriate. provide support for a range of research studies and be expected to be flexible to work across abroad portfolioassist in the recruitment & retention of participants Fulfil the expectations and capabilities as delegated by the Sponsor, Chief Investigator or PrincipalInvestigator as set out in GCP & Research Governance Framework Work collaboratively with OUH service delivery colleagues to ensure high quality participant care andexperience Able to deliver Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT

Job description

Job responsibilities

Employed as a staff nurse to facilitate the research pathway for participants in clinical trials. Will bedirectly involved in: assessing, planning & implementing care for clinical trial participants during research visits collection and documentation of accurate data and record of care if appropriate. provide support for a range of research studies and be expected to be flexible to work across abroad portfolioassist in the recruitment & retention of participants Fulfil the expectations and capabilities as delegated by the Sponsor, Chief Investigator or PrincipalInvestigator as set out in GCP & Research Governance Framework Work collaboratively with OUH service delivery colleagues to ensure high quality participant care andexperience Able to deliver Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse (Part 1. 8. 12 or 15 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Register depending on area of practice)
  • UK recognised first level degree (HEI Level 6), in Nursing or specialist nursing field

Desirable

  • Good Clinical Practice training
  • Human Tissue Act training
  • Informed consent training
  • Knowledge of NHS research governance and policy
  • Experience and expertise within speciality of the recruiting area for the research nurse role
  • Post graduate qualification related to speciality or clinical research
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD, including multi-source feedback within own professional portfolio

Clinicla Practice

Essential

  • Able to access and manage the care of peripheral and central lines
  • Able to deliver Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT
  • o Understand targeted cell therapy trial protocols in relation to their suitability and use in practice

Desirable

  • Competent to work under own initiative within boundaries of the role Able to document observations, results, decisions and actions etc. effectively in patient's notes and communicate these effectively to appropriate members of the research team.
  • Able to proactively contribute to the education of learners, non-registered and less experienced staff.
  • Commitment to evidencing own professional development, capabilities, and competency development
  • Evidence of effective team working and team leadership (when required) as part of research delivery team
  • Clinical experience in Haematology and Bone Marrow transplant
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse (Part 1. 8. 12 or 15 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Register depending on area of practice)
  • UK recognised first level degree (HEI Level 6), in Nursing or specialist nursing field

Desirable

  • Good Clinical Practice training
  • Human Tissue Act training
  • Informed consent training
  • Knowledge of NHS research governance and policy
  • Experience and expertise within speciality of the recruiting area for the research nurse role
  • Post graduate qualification related to speciality or clinical research
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD, including multi-source feedback within own professional portfolio

Clinicla Practice

Essential

  • Able to access and manage the care of peripheral and central lines
  • Able to deliver Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT
  • o Understand targeted cell therapy trial protocols in relation to their suitability and use in practice

Desirable

  • Competent to work under own initiative within boundaries of the role Able to document observations, results, decisions and actions etc. effectively in patient's notes and communicate these effectively to appropriate members of the research team.
  • Able to proactively contribute to the education of learners, non-registered and less experienced staff.
  • Commitment to evidencing own professional development, capabilities, and competency development
  • Evidence of effective team working and team leadership (when required) as part of research delivery team
  • Clinical experience in Haematology and Bone Marrow transplant

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Churchill Hospital

Oxford

OX3 7LE


Employer's website

https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Churchill Hospital

Oxford

OX3 7LE


Employer's website

https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

R&D Service Manager

Rashmi Mishra

rashmi.mishra@ouh.nhs.uk

Date posted

29 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

321-SW1-7073575-B5

Job locations

Churchill Hospital

Oxford

OX3 7LE


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