Job summary
The
Infectious Diseases/Emergency Department Research Team is recruiting!
The
Research and Innovation Department is continuing its exciting expansion. We
have
several
research specialities, and the Infectious Diseases/Emergency Department
(ID/ED)
research portfolio is looking for a Research Nurse.
It
is a full-time post, with a 10-month fixed-term contract and the possibility
of this
being
extended. This role will work across St James University Hospital and Leeds
General
Infirmary.
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination, and
delivery of the
ID/ED
Research Portfolio. They will work effectively and proactively with
collaborative
partners, adhering to agreed study pathways/processes to ensuring
quality
data capture and pharmacovigilance is maintained.
In
this varied role the focus would be on research delivery with interventional
studies
such as the current HIV study (FOST Switch), Staphylococcus aureus study
(SNAP)
and intramuscular tranexamic acid for mild traumatic head injury study
(CRASH-4).In
addition of being responsible for ensuring that high standards of clinical
care
planning,
delivery, safety, and patient satisfaction are to a very high standards,
compliance
with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and national guidance
and
legislation is required.
If
you are interested in the post, we would like to encourage you to contact usfor an informal discussion.
Main duties of the job
We
are looking to recruit a proactive and self-motivated registered nurse with a
keen interest in research to work within Infectious Diseases/Emergency
Department research team.
The
post holder will be expected to support both interventional and observational
studies within the Infectious Diseases and Emergency Medicine departments at
our SJUH and LGI sites. This is a varied role, the focus would be on research
delivery of interventional studies such as our recently opened HIV study
(FOST Switch), Staphylococcus aureus study (SNAP), intramuscular tranexamic
acid for mild traumatic head injury study (CRASH-4), in addition to upcoming
studies.
The
role includes screening, recruitment and follow-up of study participants,
administrating study drugs,coordinating investigations as per trial protocol
requirements. It involves ensuring any research undertaken safeguards the
well-being of participants and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice
Guidelines for Research.The post holder will work closely with Principal
Investigators and other members of the MDT to support research activity in
the portfolios. We are looking for an individual with excellent
communication, time management and organisational skills.
The
post holder will be required to work alongside industry partners, the
National Institute for Health Research Clinical Research Network Yorkshire and Humber and colleagues in neighbouring establishments,
attending regional and national meetings.
About us
Planned Interview
Date:
25/03/2025
Research
is at the heart of our Trust. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is involved in
research at all levels, developing and trialling new treatments for patients.
We believe that being involved in cutting-edge research helps us provide
better care to our patients.
Over
the next 5 years, we aim to be the best Trust to deliver high-quality
clinical research and to champion research amongst our staff. We also aim to
support and grow our world-class clinical infrastructure and assets for
research and innovation.
We
have a very proactive Research Academy. It offers an extensive programme of
education and training tailored to meet the needs of individuals, teams
involved in clinical research delivery in Health and Social Care.
Our
five Trust values are part of what make us different. They have been
developed by our staff. They are:
-
Patient-centred
-
Collaborative
-
Fair
-
Accountable
-
Empowered
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the
Research
Portfolio, under the leadership of the
Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the immediate and
broader
multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for ensuring that high
standards
of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient satisfaction is to a
very
high
standard, compliant with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and
national
guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators
and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning, scheduling,
conduct,
recruitment, patient care, support and data collection required for all
studies
within
the department. They will be responsible for developing their own clinical
practice,
maintaining competencies (related to the research portfolio) and where
appropriate
taking delegated responsibility for the clinical elements of studies in line
with
Trust policies and study protocols.
Working
effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners,
the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes to
derive
accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained.The
post holder will be involved in ensuring that research undertaken within the
department
safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is conducted within the
confines
of ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research, EU directive, UK
Governance
Framework and other relevant UK legislation pertaining to the conduct
and
delivery of research.
The
post holder will act as a role model developing the research team and
ensuring
effective
management of the department in the absence of the Senior Research
Nurse/Midwife/AHP.
During
exceptional times of need, you will contribute to clinical service, as agreed
with
the Matron for the CSU and in line with the Trusts escalation policy. We are
looking to recruit a proactive and self-motivated, individual with a keen
interest
in research to work within the team. The
post-holder
will work closely with senior colleagues and members of the MDT to
deliver
high quality clinical care to patients during their participation in both
interventional
and observational studies. The post will cover both the inpatient and
outpatient
settings with the caseload varying in size and complexity according to the
trial
portfolio. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Qualifications
Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas, RN Child for
childrens
areas)
Midwife or HCPC registered AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner
registered
to the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS)
Recognised post-registration qualification in specialty
Recognised teaching/assessing qualification (desirable)
Experience
Significant post registration experience
Experience of computer database and administration
Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and
management
colleagues
Experience of dealing with highly complex situations
Experience of providing and receiving highly complex information
Skills
Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
Time management skills
IT skills
Knowledge
Insight into clinical specialty
Insight into clinical research specific issues
Standards of professional practice
Personal
Attributes
Professional and patient focused
Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
The
post holder will be required to work alongside industry partners, the
National
Institute
for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Network (CRN) Yorkshire
and
Humber (Y&H) and colleagues in neighbouring establishments, attending
regional
and national meetings as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the
Research
Portfolio, under the leadership of the
Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the immediate and
broader
multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for ensuring that high
standards
of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient satisfaction is to a
very
high
standard, compliant with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and
national
guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators
and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning, scheduling,
conduct,
recruitment, patient care, support and data collection required for all
studies
within
the department. They will be responsible for developing their own clinical
practice,
maintaining competencies (related to the research portfolio) and where
appropriate
taking delegated responsibility for the clinical elements of studies in line
with
Trust policies and study protocols.
Working
effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners,
the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes to
derive
accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained.The
post holder will be involved in ensuring that research undertaken within the
department
safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is conducted within the
confines
of ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research, EU directive, UK
Governance
Framework and other relevant UK legislation pertaining to the conduct
and
delivery of research.
The
post holder will act as a role model developing the research team and
ensuring
effective
management of the department in the absence of the Senior Research
Nurse/Midwife/AHP.
During
exceptional times of need, you will contribute to clinical service, as agreed
with
the Matron for the CSU and in line with the Trusts escalation policy. We are
looking to recruit a proactive and self-motivated, individual with a keen
interest
in research to work within the team. The
post-holder
will work closely with senior colleagues and members of the MDT to
deliver
high quality clinical care to patients during their participation in both
interventional
and observational studies. The post will cover both the inpatient and
outpatient
settings with the caseload varying in size and complexity according to the
trial
portfolio. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Qualifications
Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas, RN Child for
childrens
areas)
Midwife or HCPC registered AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner
registered
to the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS)
Recognised post-registration qualification in specialty
Recognised teaching/assessing qualification (desirable)
Experience
Significant post registration experience
Experience of computer database and administration
Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and
management
colleagues
Experience of dealing with highly complex situations
Experience of providing and receiving highly complex information
Skills
Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
Time management skills
IT skills
Knowledge
Insight into clinical specialty
Insight into clinical research specific issues
Standards of professional practice
Personal
Attributes
Professional and patient focused
Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
The
post holder will be required to work alongside industry partners, the
National
Institute
for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Network (CRN) Yorkshire
and
Humber (Y&H) and colleagues in neighbouring establishments, attending
regional
and national meetings as required.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience
- Research Experience
Other Criteria
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Recent professional development
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical research specific issues
- Autonomy
- Independence
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Clinical Research
- Implementation of good clinical practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas and RN Child for childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered (including registration to AHCS)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research)
- Non-Medical Prescribing (in some specific roles this may be an essential requirement for Registered Nurses and Midwife)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience
- Research Experience
Other Criteria
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Recent professional development
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical research specific issues
- Autonomy
- Independence
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Clinical Research
- Implementation of good clinical practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas and RN Child for childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered (including registration to AHCS)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research)
- Non-Medical Prescribing (in some specific roles this may be an essential requirement for Registered Nurses and Midwife)
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
