Job summary
This is an exciting
opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed and disciplined Research Nurse to
join the team. You will be working as part of the Research Team, working on a
wide portfolio of clinical research trials predominately gynaecology.
Main duties of the job
To support the delivery of
high quality research across STSFT.
To co-ordinate the delivery of multiple NIHR research
projects, managing a caseload of study participants within the context of
various clinical commercial and non-commercial research projects. This will
involve screening, recruitment, education and monitoring of research
participants including the collection and documentation of accurate data which
will involve working in outpatient clinics, wards, and research office areas
The Post holder should be a first level
registered nurse RGN with 2 years post registration experience with evidence of
specialist knowledge and skills in research through practical experience and/or
theoretical study. The role is Monday - Friday 9 - 5pm
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To exercise
accountability as set out in the NMC Code
To supervise,
support and educate junior members of the team, acting as a role model
To ensure effective communication
internally and externally regarding patient care and resources
To comply with the trusts vision,
values and behavioural compact
To
support the development of high quality research across the trusts Acute and
Community Services.
To work with the R&I lead
clinician and others to help develop the research infrastructure within the
organisation.
To participate in
research/audit projects, managing a caseload of study participants within the
context of various clinical research projects. This will involve screening,
recruitment, education and monitoring of research participants including the
collection and documentation of accurate data which will involve working in
outpatient clinics, wards, and research office areas.
To work with colleagues to
identify both commercial and non-commercial studies relevant to this Trust and
encourage participation in, and recruitment to those studies.
To support the implementation
of research findings into clinical practice, contributing to staff education
and training activities.
To co-ordinate research
activity across the Trust in multiple specialities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled
Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold
requirements. Applicants are requested
to consider this when making their application.
Please visit Gov.UK for further information
Job description
Job responsibilities
To exercise
accountability as set out in the NMC Code
To supervise,
support and educate junior members of the team, acting as a role model
To ensure effective communication
internally and externally regarding patient care and resources
To comply with the trusts vision,
values and behavioural compact
To
support the development of high quality research across the trusts Acute and
Community Services.
To work with the R&I lead
clinician and others to help develop the research infrastructure within the
organisation.
To participate in
research/audit projects, managing a caseload of study participants within the
context of various clinical research projects. This will involve screening,
recruitment, education and monitoring of research participants including the
collection and documentation of accurate data which will involve working in
outpatient clinics, wards, and research office areas.
To work with colleagues to
identify both commercial and non-commercial studies relevant to this Trust and
encourage participation in, and recruitment to those studies.
To support the implementation
of research findings into clinical practice, contributing to staff education
and training activities.
To co-ordinate research
activity across the Trust in multiple specialities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled
Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold
requirements. Applicants are requested
to consider this when making their application.
Please visit Gov.UK for further information
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge or experience in research
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies
- Appropriate post registration experience as a registered nurse.
Desirable
- Experience of managing staff/projects
- Experience of providing patient/staff education
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Ability to organise programmes of several clinical trials at any one time
- Ability to organise, prioritise and co-ordinate own workload and that of others
- Ability to work autonomously using own initiative and as a member of a small team as well as part of the wider multidisciplinary team
- Communication skills:
- Verbal; to communicate appropriately with clinical colleagues and patients.
- Ability to explain complex clinical trial information.
- Written; ability to produce written reports
- Interpersonal; ability to engage with trial subjects and maintain relationship of trust and confidence
- Ability to work across boundaries, integrating with multidisciplinary staff in relation to research trials
- Computer literate with experience of Microsoft Office packages (including word, excel, powerpoint and outlook)
- Evidence of attention to detail and accuracy in data collection
Desirable
- Phlebotomy skills
- Ability to develop word processing, report writing and presentation
Qualifications
Essential
- Knowledge of ICH GCP
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
- Basic Numeracy & Literacy Skills to Level 1 or equivalent
- Basic IT Skills
- Current Part 1 NMC
- Degree in clinical specialty or research
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
Desirable
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation
- Understanding of consent processes for research
- Awareness of changing trends within health care
- Attended GCP training
- Awareness of current legislation regarding research governance issues
- Knowledge of research ethics/R&D approval processes
Other
Essential
- Job holder may be required to travel to/work at various sites
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Courteous
- Calm/patient manner
- Approachable
- Reliable
- Proactive
- Strong motivation to work within the field of research
- Diplomatic and calm under pressure
- Must be able to deal with the public and colleagues in a pleasant and polite manner at all times
- Team worker with flexible approach to work
- Willing to undertake personal development training as required
- Self-motivated with the ability or organise and plan
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge or experience in research
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies
- Appropriate post registration experience as a registered nurse.
Desirable
- Experience of managing staff/projects
- Experience of providing patient/staff education
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Ability to organise programmes of several clinical trials at any one time
- Ability to organise, prioritise and co-ordinate own workload and that of others
- Ability to work autonomously using own initiative and as a member of a small team as well as part of the wider multidisciplinary team
- Communication skills:
- Verbal; to communicate appropriately with clinical colleagues and patients.
- Ability to explain complex clinical trial information.
- Written; ability to produce written reports
- Interpersonal; ability to engage with trial subjects and maintain relationship of trust and confidence
- Ability to work across boundaries, integrating with multidisciplinary staff in relation to research trials
- Computer literate with experience of Microsoft Office packages (including word, excel, powerpoint and outlook)
- Evidence of attention to detail and accuracy in data collection
Desirable
- Phlebotomy skills
- Ability to develop word processing, report writing and presentation
Qualifications
Essential
- Knowledge of ICH GCP
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
- Basic Numeracy & Literacy Skills to Level 1 or equivalent
- Basic IT Skills
- Current Part 1 NMC
- Degree in clinical specialty or research
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
Desirable
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation
- Understanding of consent processes for research
- Awareness of changing trends within health care
- Attended GCP training
- Awareness of current legislation regarding research governance issues
- Knowledge of research ethics/R&D approval processes
Other
Essential
- Job holder may be required to travel to/work at various sites
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Courteous
- Calm/patient manner
- Approachable
- Reliable
- Proactive
- Strong motivation to work within the field of research
- Diplomatic and calm under pressure
- Must be able to deal with the public and colleagues in a pleasant and polite manner at all times
- Team worker with flexible approach to work
- Willing to undertake personal development training as required
- Self-motivated with the ability or organise and plan
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).
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