Job summary
The aim of the role of the Band 6 Paediatric Research Nurse is to enhance the overall delivery of clinical research across Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trusts, both partners of West London Children's Healthcare, by providing support to the existing research teams, and assisting with clinical and administrative activities related to clinical trials, from initiation to termination, in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
The post holder will be NMC registered and will work full time cross site with 0.6 WTE spent at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital CRF, and 0.4 WTE spent at Imperial Children's CRF.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will assist with the set-up, maintenance, and close down of clinical studies, in accordance with local, national and international legislation within various clinical areas. The post will entail assessing patients' suitability, ensuring informed consent is obtained; coordinating the logistics for patient visits and undertaking patient assessments in accordance with study protocol. All data will be recorded, including adverse and serious adverse events, in accordance with ICH-GCP. It will be the post holder's responsibility to ensure studies are delivered in line with agreed targets.
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."
If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Trial Management (CTIMPs and Non-CTIMPs)
- Obtain informed consent from participants for non-CTIMP studies (i.e. observational and questionnaire) as instructed by Principal Investigator (PI) and within parameters of the protocol.
- Support participants considering taking part in interventional and observational research with the decision-making process, ensuring that their information needs are met sensitively and that they have a full understanding of the research study and its requirements.
- To ensure all Adverse Events are reported in line with the Trust Adverse Events Reporting policy
- Ensuring all reporting to regulatory bodies and Research Networks (if applicable) is done in a timely manner.
- For full details please see the job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Trial Management (CTIMPs and Non-CTIMPs)
- Obtain informed consent from participants for non-CTIMP studies (i.e. observational and questionnaire) as instructed by Principal Investigator (PI) and within parameters of the protocol.
- Support participants considering taking part in interventional and observational research with the decision-making process, ensuring that their information needs are met sensitively and that they have a full understanding of the research study and its requirements.
- To ensure all Adverse Events are reported in line with the Trust Adverse Events Reporting policy
- Ensuring all reporting to regulatory bodies and Research Networks (if applicable) is done in a timely manner.
- For full details please see the job description.
Person Specification
Essential and desirable criteria
Essential
- Previous experience or interest in research
Desirable
Person Specification
Essential and desirable criteria
Essential
- Previous experience or interest in research
Desirable
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Clinical Research Facility, 1st Floor St Stephen’s Centre
369 Fulham Rd
London
SW10 9NH
Employer's website
https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)