Job summary
Clinical Research as an important component in providing the highest standards of care on the NHS. The NHS Constitution states an aspiration to provide 'high quality care that is safe, effective and focused on patient experience; in the people it employs, and in the support, education, training and development they receive; in the leadership and management of its organisations; and through its commitment to innovation and to the promotion, conduct and use of research to improve the current and future health and care of the population.' There is a significant association between clinical centres being research-active and providing the best care to patients. The key to successful clinical research is ethical recruitment of patients and national guidance emphasises that patients should be pre-screened and approached for clinical research by members of the direct clinical care team. This post is combining clinical research activity in outpatient and inpatient setting across all sites.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Main duties of the job
- Assist in the development and progress of designated studies and ensure that nursing input to clinical research is in accordance with the Good Clinical Practice guidelines and the Research Governance Framework
- Lead on pre-screening and recruitment of patients in to respiratory research studies
- Develop an expertise in research skills and methodology, and share this with clinical colleagues
- Ensure all study documentation is developed in order to accurately record research activit
- Support colleagues in developing detailed and robust trial protocols ensuring effective and efficient use of resources and ensure data is collected in accordance to Good Clinical Practice guidelines
- Demonstrate good communication skills throughout the research process to assess eligibility and provide ongoing advice and information to participants with regard to their participation in research in order to facilitate effective informed consent
- Deliver care in accordance to the research protocol whilst maintaining the rights of the participan
- Accept delegated responsibilities for the development and progress of designated studies
- Ensure that clinical care delivered is participant centered and where possible evidence based manner
- Provide respiratory-disease specific, within bounds of post-holder's knowledge and training, health education to patients in outpatients
- Perform clinic-based respiratory procedures such as spirometry, venipuncture
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment..
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Band 6; 1 WTE; Fixed-Term 12 months
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic respiratory nurse interested in conducting clinical research in outpatients and inpatients in Respiratory Medicine at al three sites with a particular focus on non-tuberculous mycobacterial studies.
St Bartholomews Hospital houses the regional specialist respiratory medicine service including NHSE commissioned tertiary referral services for Home Ventilation, Severe Asthma, Allergy and Cystic Fibrosis. Our outpatient department runs more than a dozen separate Respiratory clinics including those dedicated to patients with Severe Asthma, CF, Bronchiectasis, Sleep and Ventilation, Allergy including subcutaneous desensitisation (immunotherapy) clinics, Lung Cancer, Cough, Interstitial Lung disease and COPD. Our service is supported by a well very equipped Respiratory Function Unit that provides a comprehensive range of investigations including histamine challenge, skin prick testing, Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Testing and fitness to fly tests. Some clinics are taking place at Mile End including tuberculosis and COPD. The Respiratory Network within the Trust includes Respiratory Medicine Departments at Royal London Hospital, Mile End Hospital, Whipps Cross Hospital, and Newham Hospital. Each of these have teams of dedicated Respiratory Medicine Consultants, nurses and junior doctors with comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services.
Clinical Research is an important component to providing the highest standards of care in the NHS and there is a significant association between clinical centres being research-active and providing the best care to patients. The key to successful clinical research is ethical recruitment of patients and national guidance emphasises that patients should be pre-screened and approached for clinical research by members of the direct clinical care team. The post-holder will work with respiratory clinical academics to recruit patients in to clinical trials and conduct observational follow-up study visits as well as assisting with study setup, governance and procedures at all four sites. .
The post is fixed-term 12 months but may be renewed for suitable candidates.
To find out more please contact Dr Heinke Kunst h.kunst@qmul.ac.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Band 6; 1 WTE; Fixed-Term 12 months
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic respiratory nurse interested in conducting clinical research in outpatients and inpatients in Respiratory Medicine at al three sites with a particular focus on non-tuberculous mycobacterial studies.
St Bartholomews Hospital houses the regional specialist respiratory medicine service including NHSE commissioned tertiary referral services for Home Ventilation, Severe Asthma, Allergy and Cystic Fibrosis. Our outpatient department runs more than a dozen separate Respiratory clinics including those dedicated to patients with Severe Asthma, CF, Bronchiectasis, Sleep and Ventilation, Allergy including subcutaneous desensitisation (immunotherapy) clinics, Lung Cancer, Cough, Interstitial Lung disease and COPD. Our service is supported by a well very equipped Respiratory Function Unit that provides a comprehensive range of investigations including histamine challenge, skin prick testing, Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Testing and fitness to fly tests. Some clinics are taking place at Mile End including tuberculosis and COPD. The Respiratory Network within the Trust includes Respiratory Medicine Departments at Royal London Hospital, Mile End Hospital, Whipps Cross Hospital, and Newham Hospital. Each of these have teams of dedicated Respiratory Medicine Consultants, nurses and junior doctors with comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services.
Clinical Research is an important component to providing the highest standards of care in the NHS and there is a significant association between clinical centres being research-active and providing the best care to patients. The key to successful clinical research is ethical recruitment of patients and national guidance emphasises that patients should be pre-screened and approached for clinical research by members of the direct clinical care team. The post-holder will work with respiratory clinical academics to recruit patients in to clinical trials and conduct observational follow-up study visits as well as assisting with study setup, governance and procedures at all four sites. .
The post is fixed-term 12 months but may be renewed for suitable candidates.
To find out more please contact Dr Heinke Kunst h.kunst@qmul.ac.uk
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registered Nurse at least 2 years experience at Band 6
- Respiratory Experience
- Experience in Non-tuberculous mycobacterial disease
- Research Experience including set up, delivery and coordination of research studies.
Skills
Essential
- Experience at relevant respiratory procedures including venipuncture
- Ability to work within MDT.
- Time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work alone.
- Excellent communication skills with patients and MDT including verbal and written.
Desirable
- Ability to work with research management offices.
Knowledge and qualifications
Essential
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) for Research Certification.
Desirable
- Post registration qualification appropriate to the specialty.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registered Nurse at least 2 years experience at Band 6
- Respiratory Experience
- Experience in Non-tuberculous mycobacterial disease
- Research Experience including set up, delivery and coordination of research studies.
Skills
Essential
- Experience at relevant respiratory procedures including venipuncture
- Ability to work within MDT.
- Time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work alone.
- Excellent communication skills with patients and MDT including verbal and written.
Desirable
- Ability to work with research management offices.
Knowledge and qualifications
Essential
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) for Research Certification.
Desirable
- Post registration qualification appropriate to the specialty.
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).
