Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Trial Research Nurse in the Urology team as part of the Cancer Research Delivery Group (CRDG) at St. Bartholomew's Hospital.
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with high levels of attention to detail and is energised by working in a challenging and fast paced environment. The candidate will need experience in haemato-oncology nursing. Chemotherapy trained and competent is desirable. The candidate will work within a highly effective team and should have good IT and communication skills. Previous experience of working in clinical trials would be advantageous
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Trials Research Nurse is an independent practitioner working within the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will take responsibility for the co-ordination and management of all aspects of a clinical research portfolio comprising in-house, national and international clinical trials (in relation to anti-cancer treatment or palliative care, such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery or supportive care).The post holder will
- Coordinate clinical trials according to GCP regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with key personnel to ensure the continued care and support for patients involved in clinical trials.
- Accurately and timely complete trial data and documentation
The post holder will be expected to develop specialised skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials, the therapies and the relevant disease sites. The post holder will be expected to have sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patient's advocate.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration nursing experience
- Experience of working with oncology/haematology patients
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
Desirable
- Experience of working in a clinical research environment
- Experience of clinical trial data entry
Skills
Essential
- Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Must demonstrate critical and intelligent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
- Ability to carry out essential and appropriate nursing care and procedures
- Ability to identify deteriorating patients and take appropriate action
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload in order to meet deadlines/milestones
- Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Can prove a basic computer literacy in Windows and IT systems
Desirable
- Previous use of Trials Research Management Software e.g. EDGE
- Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
- Understanding and rising to the challenges in patient recruitment
- Experience with catheterisation (male / female)
- Completed training and competencies in the delivery of systemic anti-cancer therapies
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of local and national clinical trial regulations
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
Desirable
- Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse specialty or related field
Desirable
- Completed/working towards post graduate course in oncology or other related specialty
Other
Essential
- Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion
- Displays enthusiastic nature
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration nursing experience
- Experience of working with oncology/haematology patients
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
Desirable
- Experience of working in a clinical research environment
- Experience of clinical trial data entry
Skills
Essential
- Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Must demonstrate critical and intelligent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
- Ability to carry out essential and appropriate nursing care and procedures
- Ability to identify deteriorating patients and take appropriate action
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload in order to meet deadlines/milestones
- Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Can prove a basic computer literacy in Windows and IT systems
Desirable
- Previous use of Trials Research Management Software e.g. EDGE
- Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
- Understanding and rising to the challenges in patient recruitment
- Experience with catheterisation (male / female)
- Completed training and competencies in the delivery of systemic anti-cancer therapies
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of local and national clinical trial regulations
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
Desirable
- Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse specialty or related field
Desirable
- Completed/working towards post graduate course in oncology or other related specialty
Other
Essential
- Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion
- Displays enthusiastic nature
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
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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).
