University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Clinical Research Practitioner

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Job summary

The post holder will assist with delivery of a portfolio of clinical trials and manage and co-ordinate their own portfolio of trials under the indirect supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner. This includes all trial related activities, clinical procedures and administrative duties required to support each individual study.

Assist the registered healthcare practitioner in providing specialist research and clinical care to research participants involved in clinical trials across various specialities including but not limited to Renal, Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Dermatology, Respiratory and Diabetes. We have many Artificial Intelligence, Gastroenterology studies coming up and knowledge of Endoscopy would be an advantage.

Have the ability to work with minimal supervision, deal with telephone enquiries, answering queries where applicable and ensuring appropriate personnel informed of further action to be taken.

Maintain accurate written records for all aspects of research and clinical care. Data entry and administrative support as required within the team.

Support R&D senior staff in the implementation of trust policies and procedures and adherence to research governance and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Main duties of the job

Manages and co-ordinate the implementation of some, uncomplicated, clinical trial protocols in accordance with the relevant local, National and International guidelines, under indirect supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner.
Assumes responsibility for aspects of specific complex research studies as delegated by the Lead / Senior Research Nurse and under supervision of Research Nurses, i.e., screening for potential participants or co-ordinating patient visits.
Obtains written informed consent for research studies (where appropriate).
Undertakes an expanded role in specific research studies such as responsibility for record keeping data collection and data entry.
Data gathering and data entry using paper and electronic case report forms.
Works independently in clinical areas within the Trust and with external organisations
Supports research participants through the process of trial participation.
Provides a high standard of nursing care within a multi-professional research team, seeking assistance from registered healthcare professional as appropriate
Undertakes venepuncture.
Undertake with required consent, clinical or protocol tasks including venepuncture, ECGs, BP, BMI, questionnaires and assessments. Perform and request diagnostic tests as indicated including urine testing, Point of Care Tests, blood tests

About us

Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

Date posted

15 December 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-5906130-DEC23

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

2nd Floor Sussex House, 1 Abbey Road. Brighton, BN2 1ES

Brighton

BN2 1ES

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

Manages and co-ordinate the implementation of some, uncomplicated, clinical trial protocols in accordance with the relevant local, National and International guidelines, under indirect supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner.
Assumes responsibility for aspects of specific complex research studies as delegated by the Lead / Senior Research Nurse and under supervision of Research Nurses, i.e., screening for potential participants or co-ordinating patient visits.
Obtains written informed consent for research studies (where appropriate).
Undertakes an expanded role in specific research studies such as responsibility for record keeping data collection and data entry.
Data gathering and data entry using paper and electronic case report forms.
Works independently in clinical areas within the Trust and with external organisations
Supports research participants through the process of trial participation.
Provides a high standard of nursing care within a multi-professional research team, seeking assistance from registered healthcare professional as appropriate
Obtains and records observations such as vital signs, ECG, respiratory function and blood glucose analysis, as required by the trial protocol and as delegated by the registered healthcare practitioner, informing trained staff of any abnormal results.
Undertakes venepuncture.
Obtains clinical samples from research participants - including blood and urine, process in alignment with the research protocol and after having received the appropriate training.
Recognise emergency situations and respond appropriately in line with Trust policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
Support R&D senior staff in the implementation and adherence to research governance and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Collaborate with CIRU Infection Control Link Worker to ensure adherence to BSUH NHS Trust Infection Control policies, highlighting any areas of concern to individual staff as required and escalates as necessary.
Collaborate with CIRU Infection Control Link Worker to ensure adherence to UHSussex NHS Trust.
Infection Control policies, highlighting any areas of concern to individual staff as required and escalates as necessary

Please see Job Description for full details

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

Manages and co-ordinate the implementation of some, uncomplicated, clinical trial protocols in accordance with the relevant local, National and International guidelines, under indirect supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner.
Assumes responsibility for aspects of specific complex research studies as delegated by the Lead / Senior Research Nurse and under supervision of Research Nurses, i.e., screening for potential participants or co-ordinating patient visits.
Obtains written informed consent for research studies (where appropriate).
Undertakes an expanded role in specific research studies such as responsibility for record keeping data collection and data entry.
Data gathering and data entry using paper and electronic case report forms.
Works independently in clinical areas within the Trust and with external organisations
Supports research participants through the process of trial participation.
Provides a high standard of nursing care within a multi-professional research team, seeking assistance from registered healthcare professional as appropriate
Obtains and records observations such as vital signs, ECG, respiratory function and blood glucose analysis, as required by the trial protocol and as delegated by the registered healthcare practitioner, informing trained staff of any abnormal results.
Undertakes venepuncture.
Obtains clinical samples from research participants - including blood and urine, process in alignment with the research protocol and after having received the appropriate training.
Recognise emergency situations and respond appropriately in line with Trust policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
Support R&D senior staff in the implementation and adherence to research governance and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Collaborate with CIRU Infection Control Link Worker to ensure adherence to BSUH NHS Trust Infection Control policies, highlighting any areas of concern to individual staff as required and escalates as necessary.
Collaborate with CIRU Infection Control Link Worker to ensure adherence to UHSussex NHS Trust.
Infection Control policies, highlighting any areas of concern to individual staff as required and escalates as necessary

Please see Job Description for full details

Person Specification

essential and desirable

Essential

NVC Level 3 or equivalent
Portfolio speciality relevant experience
Venepuncture and ECG
Interest in research as demonstrated in application form

Desirable

GCP certification
Consent taking experience
previous experience in research

Person Specification

essential and desirable

Essential

NVC Level 3 or equivalent
Portfolio speciality relevant experience
Venepuncture and ECG
Interest in research as demonstrated in application form

Desirable

GCP certification
Consent taking experience
previous experience in research

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.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

2nd Floor Sussex House, 1 Abbey Road. Brighton, BN2 1ES

Brighton

BN2 1ES

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

2nd Floor Sussex House, 1 Abbey Road. Brighton, BN2 1ES

Brighton

BN2 1ES

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)