Job summary
Are you interested in research and the difference research can make to the lives of patients with diabetes.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 research nurse within the Diabetes research team at the Northern general hospital
We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced nurse to join the diabetes research team, who has an interest in research and the research process.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of clinical trials / research within the department and speciality.
Ensure research undertaken within the department safeguards the well-being of patients and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Guidelines for Research and is compliant with both research and clinical governance requirements.
They will deliver high quality patient care, acting as a role model for nursing practice across the speciality of diabetes and clinical research.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
GRaDE Care Group is comprised of 3 clinical directorates:
Diabetes and EndocrinologyGastroenterology and HepatologyRespiratory Medicine
All three directorates operate on the Northern and Central campus' although the acute admitting base for all of the specialties is at the Northern General Hospital. The Care Group has 11 acute base wards at the Northern General Hospital and one acute and one elective base ward at the Central Campus. Outpatient services operate on both campus' and are supported by the Patient Booking Hub at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of 2 years due to the post being recruited as part of a limited term project within the Trust. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts taking into consideration the requirement for the post to be maintained as a part of the projects implementation and the timescales associated with this.
Please also note any secondment must first be agreed with your current line manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of 2 years due to the post being recruited as part of a limited term project within the Trust. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts taking into consideration the requirement for the post to be maintained as a part of the projects implementation and the timescales associated with this.
Please also note any secondment must first be agreed with your current line manager.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse - Adult, with valid NMC registration.
- To have completed the national PEAP programme for practice supervisors or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998.
- Educated to degree level or evidence of working towards one (demonstrating graduate attributes)
- Extensive evidence of continuous professional development, including post graduate qualifications and/or academic research qualifications.
- Up to date Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certificate
Desirable
- Management qualifications or experience
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience working at AFC Band 5 or above within an acute speciality, related field, or experience of working in a clinical research environment
Desirable
- Experience obtaining informed consent
- Experience of delivering early phase research studies
- Strong IT skills, competent in standard software packages and databases.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Ability to manage a varied and demanding workload
- Ability to work using own initiative and prioritise to meet competing service needs.
- Advanced organisational, time and project management skills
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to form positive relationships at all levels
Desirable
- Demonstrable leadership qualities
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Integrity Cares about and knows the importance of doing the right thing and making a difference. Possesses a straight talking and honest, whilst being diplomatic, communication style.
- Ownership Driven to get things done to ensure that both they and their team achieve. Sets very high standards for themselves, their team and clinical area.
- Delivery Likes to be 'hands on' in the delivery of patient care in their department. Possesses a 'can do' positive approach to problems and will keep going when things are tough. Able to think ahead, anticipate issues before they arise, plan accordingly and be confident in own decision making.
- Relating Pick up on other people's needs sensing when something is wrong, calm under pressure. Good at explaining things in simple and straightforward ways that others find easy to understand.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse - Adult, with valid NMC registration.
- To have completed the national PEAP programme for practice supervisors or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998.
- Educated to degree level or evidence of working towards one (demonstrating graduate attributes)
- Extensive evidence of continuous professional development, including post graduate qualifications and/or academic research qualifications.
- Up to date Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certificate
Desirable
- Management qualifications or experience
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience working at AFC Band 5 or above within an acute speciality, related field, or experience of working in a clinical research environment
Desirable
- Experience obtaining informed consent
- Experience of delivering early phase research studies
- Strong IT skills, competent in standard software packages and databases.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Ability to manage a varied and demanding workload
- Ability to work using own initiative and prioritise to meet competing service needs.
- Advanced organisational, time and project management skills
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to form positive relationships at all levels
Desirable
- Demonstrable leadership qualities
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Integrity Cares about and knows the importance of doing the right thing and making a difference. Possesses a straight talking and honest, whilst being diplomatic, communication style.
- Ownership Driven to get things done to ensure that both they and their team achieve. Sets very high standards for themselves, their team and clinical area.
- Delivery Likes to be 'hands on' in the delivery of patient care in their department. Possesses a 'can do' positive approach to problems and will keep going when things are tough. Able to think ahead, anticipate issues before they arise, plan accordingly and be confident in own decision making.
- Relating Pick up on other people's needs sensing when something is wrong, calm under pressure. Good at explaining things in simple and straightforward ways that others find easy to understand.
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).
