Job summary
The Research and Innovation centre at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse to join our clinical delivery team.
The successful Candidates must hold a recognised NMC registration as a Registered Nurse
Previous experience in oncology and clinical research is essential , and it is desirable that applicants holds a UKONS chemotherapy passport
The Primary aim of this post is to bring about greater access for research in order to provide a unique and enviable framework to enhance delivery of world class research.
As an Clinical Research Nurse you will be responsible for supporting the Advanced Research Nurse and Lead for the Early phase to administrate ECMC /Early phase trial related drugs. Ensuring that our service users' needs are met through the delivery of high-quality care per protocol . As a centre of excellence, you will offer a person-centred approach to their independence and well-being.
You will have a dual base location at CCC Wirral and CCC Liverpool, primarily based at CCC Liverpool, as we deliver our research across both sites
We're here to deliver the best cancer care to the people we serve and we're looking for applications from those who share that commitment and our values: we are- Kind -Empowered -Responsible -Inclusive
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Research Nurse-
This is an additional band 6 Clinical Research that will strengthen the delivery and the assessment of early phase research across both the clinical delivery unit and the inpatient research setting.
The post holder will work closely with the ARNs and wider research team to support the safe administration, monitoring and assessment of trial related treatments
The post holder will jointly manage the Clinical Delivery team ensuring day to day operations are streamlined and will provide cross cover during periods of absence or annual leave
The R&I directorate is a busy environment and working to deadlines with frequent interruption is the norm. Ability to work under pressure, pay close attention to detail and organise the priority of own workload is absolutely essential.Individual training will be provided to meet the needs of the post-holder.We are here to deliver the best cancer care to the people we serve and we're looking for applications from those who share that commitment and our values: Putting people first; Achieving excellence; Passionate about what we do; Always improving our care; and Looking to the future.If you want to be part of a fantastic team and help support the Trust with our vision for providing the best cancer care in the country, then we want to hear from you.
About us
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.
Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.
Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work.
We are -
- Kind
- Empowered
- Responsible
- Inclusive
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Level One registration
- Graduate level qualification in relevant discipline, be working towards one or be prepared to study at this level
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
- Chemotherapy (SACT) trained in either oncology or haematology
Desirable
- Qualification in oncology and/or clinical research
- Advanced Communication Qualification
- NMC approved mentor course/ or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
- Has a working knowledge of the purpose of clinical research.
- Advanced knowledge of oncology treatments and side effects
Desirable
- Has basic knowledge of recent NHS legislation and recommendations in the field of cancer and palliative care
- Knowledge of ICH GCP
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working autonomously and part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Applicants should be able to evidence extensive oncology experience and confidence in managing complex treatment within a research or clinical setting.
- Experience of leadership/management of staff at band 6 level
- The post holder must be a Register Adult nurse with substantial post-registration experience at Band 6 level or (equivalent)
Desirable
- Experience of participating in audit
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Level One registration
- Graduate level qualification in relevant discipline, be working towards one or be prepared to study at this level
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
- Chemotherapy (SACT) trained in either oncology or haematology
Desirable
- Qualification in oncology and/or clinical research
- Advanced Communication Qualification
- NMC approved mentor course/ or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
- Has a working knowledge of the purpose of clinical research.
- Advanced knowledge of oncology treatments and side effects
Desirable
- Has basic knowledge of recent NHS legislation and recommendations in the field of cancer and palliative care
- Knowledge of ICH GCP
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working autonomously and part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Applicants should be able to evidence extensive oncology experience and confidence in managing complex treatment within a research or clinical setting.
- Experience of leadership/management of staff at band 6 level
- The post holder must be a Register Adult nurse with substantial post-registration experience at Band 6 level or (equivalent)
Desirable
- Experience of participating in audit
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).
