Job summary
Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse infectious Diseases
Secondment for up to 12 months
Royal Free Hospital
37.5 Hours per week (1.0 WTE)
We are looking for a Clinical Research Nurse to support the Infectious Disease research portfolio at the Royal Free Hospital. The post can be worked as a secondment or a fixed term contract as it is covering the current post holder who is going on a secondment for 12 months.
The successful candidate will need to be adaptable, confident and enthusiastic, be able to prioritise a combination of diverse demands on your time, be able to work autonomously and with a clear expression of interest in the research process. The post holder will work on a combination of NIHR portfolio adopted studies and commercial trials ensuring they run smoothly, efficiently and to target.
The successful candidate is required to be able demonstrate the Trust values and the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. Experience of working in a research environment is desirable but not essential. You will need to be competent in IV drug administration and phlebotomy.
There may be a requirement to work out of hours and at weekends.
If you believe you meet the criteria on the person specification, we would be very interested in receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please followlinkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration
- Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related field
Desirable
- Completed/working towards teaching/Mentorship qualification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values and behaviours
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
- Experience in delivering evidence based practice
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Experience of acting as a patient advocate
- Experience working as a preceptor/mentor
- Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
- IV drug administration certification
- Infectious Disease nursing experience
Desirable
- Clinical research experience
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload
- Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
- Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
Others
Essential
- Describes motivation for working in clinical research
- Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration
- Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related field
Desirable
- Completed/working towards teaching/Mentorship qualification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values and behaviours
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
- Experience in delivering evidence based practice
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Experience of acting as a patient advocate
- Experience working as a preceptor/mentor
- Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
- IV drug administration certification
- Infectious Disease nursing experience
Desirable
- Clinical research experience
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload
- Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
- Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
Others
Essential
- Describes motivation for working in clinical research
- Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion
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).
