Job summary
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated nurse to become part of the Research Nursing Team at the National Institute for Health Research UCLH Clinical Research Facility (CRF). The research nursing team in the CRF provide exceptional specialist nursing care to a wide variety of patients taking part in early phase clinical trials of experimental cancer and medicine treatments. This includes First-in-Human medicines and experimental early phase treatments in Oncology, Haematology, Neurology and Medicine; and Vaccine studies.
Main duties of the job
The Band 7 post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination and management of early phase clinical trials associated with multiple malignancies and diseases within the Clinical Research Facility. Responsibilities will include coordination of care of patients and on trials/studies, collection and preparation of biological samples, collection of trial data, the administration of experimental agents and monitoring of the expected and unexpected side effects of drugs and other treatment modalities. Educating participants and colleagues about the studies is essential to the role. The post holder will be expected to build upon their specialized skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of research and clinical trials, the therapies and the relevant diseases. 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 and will be working within a growing team of research nurses, data managers, clinical trial coordinators and laboratory personnel based within the CRF.
Candidates must have relevant research experience, in addition to recent clinical cancer experience. A strong nursing background with cancer experience and skills in clinical research as well as a desire to develop others are required for this post, but in return opportunities for further professional development will be available.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
If you are interested and would like more information, please contact Adoracion Jayme Laiche, Deputy Lead Nurse on 020 3447 2921or email adoracion.jaymelaiche@nhs.net .
For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
If you are interested and would like more information, please contact Adoracion Jayme Laiche, Deputy Lead Nurse on 020 3447 2921or email adoracion.jaymelaiche@nhs.net .
For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1, 2, 12
- ENB 998 or professionally recognised equivalent teaching course.
- Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related field
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years post registration nursing experience
- Experience of working with cancer (onc/haem) patients.
- A minimum of 2 years' experience working in Clinical Trials.
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
- Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator
- Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation and management of central lines
- Experience of administration of investigational drugs
- Experience of administration of chemotherapy/immunotherapy drugs
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Computer literacy
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1, 2, 12
- ENB 998 or professionally recognised equivalent teaching course.
- Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related field
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years post registration nursing experience
- Experience of working with cancer (onc/haem) patients.
- A minimum of 2 years' experience working in Clinical Trials.
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
- Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator
- Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation and management of central lines
- Experience of administration of investigational drugs
- Experience of administration of chemotherapy/immunotherapy drugs
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Computer literacy
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
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Clinical Research Facility UCLH
170 Tottenham Court Road
London
W1T 7HA
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
