University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

CRF Research Nurse

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Job summary

A fantastic opportunity has just become available at Band 6 level for an experienced 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, Medicine and Vaccine studies.

The NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility UCLH is a well-established Clinical Research Facility (CRF) covering two sites. The Leonard Wolfson Experimental Neurology Centre is a dedicated neuroscience experimental medicine facility at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN) at Queen Square (QS); and the NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility is a comprehensive Cancer and Medical research facility in Tottenham Court Road.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines, taking responsibility for the coordination and support of clinical trials within the CRF. Responsibilities include coordinating the care of patients on trials, collecting and preparing biological samples, administering experimental agents, monitoring expected and unexpected side effects of drugs and other treatment modalities, and providing patient/carer education. The post holder will be expected to develop specialized skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials, therapies, and relevant disease types. The post holder must 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.

The post holder will also be responsible for liaising with drug companies and other study sponsors as required, ensuring the accurate collection and submission of data in line with study protocols and research regulations, deputizing for the Senior Research Nurses in their absence, and supporting and developing new members of the CRF team.

The CRF core working hours are between 09:00 and 17:00; however, some evening, night, and weekend work may be required at times.

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.

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.

Details

Date posted

30 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£44,806 to £53,134 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-5616-A

Job locations

University College London Hospital

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse Part 1,2 12
  • Relevant post registration
  • Teaching or mentor course

Desirable

  • Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related fields.

Experience

Essential

  • Post registration nursing experience
  • 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 with the specialty (cancer and/or clinical trials)
  • Experience in chemotherapy administration (SACT)
  • Previous experience in audit and evaluation

Desirable

  • Clinical research experience

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Computer literate

Communication

Essential

  • Demonstrate a comprehensive set of communication skills such as [interpersonal communication, active listening, written and verbal communication, presentation skills, cultural competence, conflict resolution, feedback delivery, advocacy skills and basic IT skills] to effectively manage responsibilities, interact with diverse stakeholders, navigate the complexities of clinical trials and ensure effective communication throughout the research process.
Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse Part 1,2 12
  • Relevant post registration
  • Teaching or mentor course

Desirable

  • Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related fields.

Experience

Essential

  • Post registration nursing experience
  • 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 with the specialty (cancer and/or clinical trials)
  • Experience in chemotherapy administration (SACT)
  • Previous experience in audit and evaluation

Desirable

  • Clinical research experience

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Computer literate

Communication

Essential

  • Demonstrate a comprehensive set of communication skills such as [interpersonal communication, active listening, written and verbal communication, presentation skills, cultural competence, conflict resolution, feedback delivery, advocacy skills and basic IT skills] to effectively manage responsibilities, interact with diverse stakeholders, navigate the complexities of clinical trials and ensure effective communication throughout the research process.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

University College London Hospital

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospital

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Research Nurse

Rica Santos-Solocasa

rica.santos-solocasa@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

30 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£44,806 to £53,134 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-5616-A

Job locations

University College London Hospital

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU


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