Job summary
Newcastle GP Services is the federation for
its twenty-seven member GP practices within Newcastle upon Tyne, the NGPS
research team supports its member practices with all clinical research activity
including NIHR portfolio studies. We have recently become a Spoke Site for the
NIHR Commercial Research Delivery Centre: Newcastle and are establishing close
working links with the hub centre and neighbouring spoke sites to improve
access to commercial research studies and innovative treatment options for our
patient population.
This is an exciting time to join our
established and experience primary care research team as we strive to offer
research opportunities throughout the city, targeting areas of health
inequalities and deprivation. With research being taken directly into the
communities by means of the Community Health Bus at family events, as well as
places of worship and retail car parks.
Are you a clinical research nurse with
excellent communications skills, adaptability, alongside a passion for research
and making a difference? If so, this could be the role for you. The post holder
will be primarily based at Dobson House in Gosforth but will be required to
support research activity within GP practices as well as on the Community
Health Bus.
This post could be open to part time hours for the right
candidate. Please note this advert may close early subject to
applications.
Main duties of the job
The Research Nurse role is an integral part of the Newcastle GP Services (NGPS) Research and Development team working with both our secondary care and primary care colleagues to collaborate on National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) portfolio studies to ensure seamless care for research participants within Newcastle primary care.
This role will specifically support development and delivery of research across the Newcastle Primary Care footprint, with the aim to empower local patient communities to consider research opportunities and to help make a difference to the health and experience of the communities within Newcastle upon Tyne.
The job purpose includes making a direct contribution to expanding the research portfolio with Newcastle Primary Care. The post-holder will:
- Be integral to the creation and maintenance of a high-quality clinical research environment.
- Initiate and manage nursing activities related to academic and commercial clinical research in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
This role will involve providing effective, caring, and compassionate services to patients who are participating in clinical research studies. The post holder will be expected to complete procedures and investigations according to study protocols.
About us
Newcastle GP Services (NGPS) is the GP federation for Newcastle-upon-Tyne. We are a member organisation for 27 out of the 28 general practices in Newcastle. Our role is to support them to provide excellent clinical care and a positive patient experience.
Were a skilled team of non-clinicians and clinicians with significant experience working in healthcare. We help practices work at scale across Newcastle, providing targeted and effective patient care and innovative methods of working to improve quality and efficiency.
You can find out more about NGPS and the services we offer on our website here:https://newcastle-gp-services.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities
of the Research Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out
other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing
levels.
a.
Deliver high quality of clinical
care, incorporating excellent communication skills, and an understanding of the
regulatory and legal frameworks related to the planning, recruitment, and
follow-up of clinical research in relation to the safe conduct of research.
b.
Ensure that all trial procedures
including identifying potential participants for recruitment and providing
verbal and written information to explain studies to potential participants are
conducted in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) UK Policy
Framework for Health and Social Care Research as well as all other relevant
legislation.
c.
Complete study specific procedures
such as venepuncture, ECG, and support investigations according to study
protocols and within the scope of their practice and competency.
d.
Provide administrative and data
management support for all aspects of trial coordination and organisation.
e.
Be responsible for implementing,
assessing, and managing the care pathways for clinical research participants
and their carers with Principal Investigator (PI) oversight. This
will involve the correct identification and recruitment of eligible
participants, education, training and monitoring of trial participation and the
timely collection and documentation of accurate data.
f.
Review searches against study specific
criteria in order to identify patients who might be suitable to be considered
for study participation.
g.
Consent patients into clinical
research trials.
h.
Provide ongoing advice and
information to participants with regard to their participation in research in
order to facilitate effective informed consent.
i.
Act as point of contact for
research participants before, during and after study participation.
j.
Complete follow up visits as
indicated in study specific schedule of events.
k.
Clear and effective communication
with both internal and external stakeholders as well as secondary care
organisations, GP practices, patients, and carers.
l.
Be able to provide participants
with information, which may be complex or sensitive regarding their
participation in clinical research and the care they receive subsequently as a
consequence.
m.
Co-ordinate the safe collection,
transfer, and storage of blood/tissue samples in accordance with the Human
Tissue Act 2004 and as required by each study specific trial protocol.
n.
Oversee maintenance of
investigator site files and essential documentation in accordance with ICH-GCP
and NGPS standard operating procedures to ensure that they are kept inspection
ready at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities
of the Research Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out
other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing
levels.
a.
Deliver high quality of clinical
care, incorporating excellent communication skills, and an understanding of the
regulatory and legal frameworks related to the planning, recruitment, and
follow-up of clinical research in relation to the safe conduct of research.
b.
Ensure that all trial procedures
including identifying potential participants for recruitment and providing
verbal and written information to explain studies to potential participants are
conducted in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) UK Policy
Framework for Health and Social Care Research as well as all other relevant
legislation.
c.
Complete study specific procedures
such as venepuncture, ECG, and support investigations according to study
protocols and within the scope of their practice and competency.
d.
Provide administrative and data
management support for all aspects of trial coordination and organisation.
e.
Be responsible for implementing,
assessing, and managing the care pathways for clinical research participants
and their carers with Principal Investigator (PI) oversight. This
will involve the correct identification and recruitment of eligible
participants, education, training and monitoring of trial participation and the
timely collection and documentation of accurate data.
f.
Review searches against study specific
criteria in order to identify patients who might be suitable to be considered
for study participation.
g.
Consent patients into clinical
research trials.
h.
Provide ongoing advice and
information to participants with regard to their participation in research in
order to facilitate effective informed consent.
i.
Act as point of contact for
research participants before, during and after study participation.
j.
Complete follow up visits as
indicated in study specific schedule of events.
k.
Clear and effective communication
with both internal and external stakeholders as well as secondary care
organisations, GP practices, patients, and carers.
l.
Be able to provide participants
with information, which may be complex or sensitive regarding their
participation in clinical research and the care they receive subsequently as a
consequence.
m.
Co-ordinate the safe collection,
transfer, and storage of blood/tissue samples in accordance with the Human
Tissue Act 2004 and as required by each study specific trial protocol.
n.
Oversee maintenance of
investigator site files and essential documentation in accordance with ICH-GCP
and NGPS standard operating procedures to ensure that they are kept inspection
ready at all times.
Person Specification
Qualities
Essential
- Forward thinker with a solutions-focused approach to problem-solving
- Personable and approachable
- Commitment to continuous service improvement
- Self-motivated and confident able to work with minimal direction.
- Adaptable and innovative
- Enthusiasm, with energy and drive
- Hard working, reliable and resourceful
- Ability to work flexibly.
- Team player
- Considered, steady approach.
- Diplomacy.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse and current NMC registration
- Diploma/ Degree in Nursing
- Evidence of a commitment to continuing professional development.
- Current ICH GCP Training certificate
Desirable
- Post-graduate level study
- Project management training and /or qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a demanding environment with competing priorities
- Experience of research and development in a healthcare setting
- Experience of handling confidential information and an up-to-date knowledge of data protection legislation
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Experience of team working and versatility to take on a variety of tasks.
- Experience of managing your own workload
Desirable
- Experience related to information retrieval and research application.
- Experience working with GP Clinical Systems. (System one and EMIS Web)
Skills
Essential
- Expert in clinical system management and data handling
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to communicate with impact.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- Ability to use initiative and judgement.
- Keen attention to detail and ability to produce work to a high standard
Desirable
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of GP systems and application in research.
Other
Essential
- The ability & willingness to travel to meetings and courses.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualities
Essential
- Forward thinker with a solutions-focused approach to problem-solving
- Personable and approachable
- Commitment to continuous service improvement
- Self-motivated and confident able to work with minimal direction.
- Adaptable and innovative
- Enthusiasm, with energy and drive
- Hard working, reliable and resourceful
- Ability to work flexibly.
- Team player
- Considered, steady approach.
- Diplomacy.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse and current NMC registration
- Diploma/ Degree in Nursing
- Evidence of a commitment to continuing professional development.
- Current ICH GCP Training certificate
Desirable
- Post-graduate level study
- Project management training and /or qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a demanding environment with competing priorities
- Experience of research and development in a healthcare setting
- Experience of handling confidential information and an up-to-date knowledge of data protection legislation
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Experience of team working and versatility to take on a variety of tasks.
- Experience of managing your own workload
Desirable
- Experience related to information retrieval and research application.
- Experience working with GP Clinical Systems. (System one and EMIS Web)
Skills
Essential
- Expert in clinical system management and data handling
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to communicate with impact.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- Ability to use initiative and judgement.
- Keen attention to detail and ability to produce work to a high standard
Desirable
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of GP systems and application in research.
Other
Essential
- The ability & willingness to travel to meetings and courses.
Desirable
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).
