Job summary
Part-time 15 hours p/w post, 2-year fixed term or secondment opportunity with R&D.
This post is part of a growing team of research nurses and practitioners working in the research and development (R&D) team at CPFT.
The posts have been specifically designed to be based at the Cavell Centre, offering research delivery support to CPFT service users and staff in the north of the county out of the newly initiated research facility at the Cavell Centre. The primary base will, therefore, be the Cavell Centre, Peterborough with an expectation to provide support at the Windsor Research Unit (Fulbourn hospital, Cambridge) on a business needs basis.
The post holder will be responsible for the day to day running of studies and clinical trials across Cambridge and Peterborough. These studies will cover four specialities: Mental health, Dementia, Physical health/community and rare diseases. The post holder will be coordinating patient care during research studies with responsibility for conducting clinical activities education and monitoring of study subjects through care pathways.
Main duties of the job
Working under supervision to identify potential participants from the Trust's clinical services, community services, university and NHS databases, specialist clinics, third sector organisations, schools and other access routes, for RDN portfolio and non-portfolio studies and clinical trials. Assist research delivery staff, both registered and unregistered in the delivery of care to the participant.
To work with the clinical teams to map the patient pathway for specific trials.
Working under supervision to undertake all aspects of the study protocol and research pathway, including obtaining informed consent, performing all assessments and cognitive testing and aspects of physical examination, and arranging and undertaking follow-ups.
Assist in all clinical aspects of clinical trials including venepuncture and clinical observation when necessary, ensuring that they are carried out within the Trust's policies, research governance, Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials Regulations) Regulations 2004 and Amended Regulations 2006 Incorporating International Conference on Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP) Data Protection Act and Human Tissue Act.
To maintain accurate patient records and ensure all relevant information is documented within the patients' medical notes and study source documentation.
About us
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting andempowering them to lead a fulfilling life.
Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services, not only via inpatient and primary care settings, but also within the community. These services include children's, adult and older people's mental health, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, primary care and liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, social care, research and development.
To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high-calibre candidates who share our vision and values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including people with long term conditions and members of our ethnic minority and LGBTQ+ communities.
Please be advised we reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date should we receive sufficient applications.
Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately, your application form will be rejected from the process.
For further information on CPFT, please visit our website at www.cpft.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.
To provide ongoing support, advice and information to patients/volunteers regarding their participation in clinical research in order to obtain effective informed consent. Liaise with patients, relatives and carers on all aspects of research activity.
To assist with the delivery and promotion of clinical trials and other research studies within the Trust.
To ensure day to day practice reflects the highest standards of governance, clinical effectiveness, safety and patient experience.
To work collaboratively with other colleagues to ensure all studies are delivered on time and target and are delivered in accordance with the requirements of the study protocol.
Accurate and timely completion of all study-related activities, electronically and/or in paper format.
To contribute to identification and reduction of risk. To monitor treatment toxicity/side effects and ensure appropriate clinical response as required by the protocol.
Maintain records and documentation of the studies, supporting good clinical governance, using standard databases and/or spreadsheets to regularly update Investigators, sponsors, R&D governance.
Ensure data management, quality and security according to guidelines and GCP.
To be able to appraise a research protocol, understand the methodology and its practical application within pragmatic local requirements for the studies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.
To provide ongoing support, advice and information to patients/volunteers regarding their participation in clinical research in order to obtain effective informed consent. Liaise with patients, relatives and carers on all aspects of research activity.
To assist with the delivery and promotion of clinical trials and other research studies within the Trust.
To ensure day to day practice reflects the highest standards of governance, clinical effectiveness, safety and patient experience.
To work collaboratively with other colleagues to ensure all studies are delivered on time and target and are delivered in accordance with the requirements of the study protocol.
Accurate and timely completion of all study-related activities, electronically and/or in paper format.
To contribute to identification and reduction of risk. To monitor treatment toxicity/side effects and ensure appropriate clinical response as required by the protocol.
Maintain records and documentation of the studies, supporting good clinical governance, using standard databases and/or spreadsheets to regularly update Investigators, sponsors, R&D governance.
Ensure data management, quality and security according to guidelines and GCP.
To be able to appraise a research protocol, understand the methodology and its practical application within pragmatic local requirements for the studies.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse or/and HCPC registered AHP
Desirable
- Nursing Degree, Nursing Diploma
- Degree in health and social care field
- ICH GCP Training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
- Experience of working with people with multiple comorbidities and conditions
Desirable
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies.
- Experience of recruiting to research studies including clinical trials in a healthcare setting
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Skilled in performing holistic clinical assessments.
- Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Basic IT skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
Desirable
- Phlebotomy
- ECG recording
- Experience in performing cognitive assessments
- Experience of performing Mental Capacity assessments
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of the legislation relating to information governance, confidentiality requirements and data protection.
- Understanding of the needs and capabilities of people with dementia, neurodegenerative disorders and mental health conditions
- Evidence of relevant up to date continuous personal, professional and academic development.
- Good working knowledge of Mental Capacity Act
Desirable
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation and recommendations in research
Other
Essential
- Good standards of written and verbal communication
- Ability to travel independently (many research visits will take place in patients' homes or off site) and attend conferences / training away from home.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse or/and HCPC registered AHP
Desirable
- Nursing Degree, Nursing Diploma
- Degree in health and social care field
- ICH GCP Training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
- Experience of working with people with multiple comorbidities and conditions
Desirable
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies.
- Experience of recruiting to research studies including clinical trials in a healthcare setting
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Skilled in performing holistic clinical assessments.
- Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Basic IT skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
Desirable
- Phlebotomy
- ECG recording
- Experience in performing cognitive assessments
- Experience of performing Mental Capacity assessments
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of the legislation relating to information governance, confidentiality requirements and data protection.
- Understanding of the needs and capabilities of people with dementia, neurodegenerative disorders and mental health conditions
- Evidence of relevant up to date continuous personal, professional and academic development.
- Good working knowledge of Mental Capacity Act
Desirable
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation and recommendations in research
Other
Essential
- Good standards of written and verbal communication
- Ability to travel independently (many research visits will take place in patients' homes or off site) and attend conferences / training away from home.
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).
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).
