Job summary
CRN Direct Delivery Team Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Nurse to join the Direct Delivery Team within the local Clinical Research Network (CRN). The Direct Delivery Team offers an exciting and an innovative way of delivering research, with the aim of being both agile and responsive.
Main duties of the job
CRN Thames Valley and South Midlands
JOB TITLE: CRN Thames Valley & South Midlands
Research Nurse
GRADE: Band 6
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week
REPORTING TO: CRN Direct Delivery Team Manager
PROFESSIONAL AND CLINICAL ACCOUNTABILITY:
The CRN is part of the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) which is the research arm of the NHS. The NIHR CRN for the Thames Valley and South Midlands is hosted by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The CRN Direct Delivery Team is helping to deliver studies across a wide range of specialties including Surgery, Cancer, ENT and Trauma with more areas in the pipeline. This exciting role will be embedded within an expanding team providing an opportunity to build upon current skills and knowledge working across palliative care and other specialties. As a flexible resource the DDT is also central to supporting the Covid research response through Urgent Public health studies and Vaccine trials.
Previous experience working with research studies and clinical trials is preferred but not essential as full induction, training and mentoring will be provided. The team works across a variety of clinical specialties within the Trust so you must be willing to be mobile and flexible in your working practices and pattern.
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The current vacancy in the Direct Delivery Team represents an excellent opportunity for a motivated and hardworking nurse with an interest in clinical trials to join our small and friendly team. You should be able to transfer your previously gained relevant clinical skills and knowledge to the role of the research nurse. You will be responsible for identifying and recruiting patients, seeing the patient through the trial, performing study assessments and ensuring data is reported accurately and on time. You will work closely with a variety of healthcare professionals and teams so excellent communication skills are essential, as is attention to detail. You will need to be able to manage your own workload but also work as part of a team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The current vacancy in the Direct Delivery Team represents an excellent opportunity for a motivated and hardworking nurse with an interest in clinical trials to join our small and friendly team. You should be able to transfer your previously gained relevant clinical skills and knowledge to the role of the research nurse. You will be responsible for identifying and recruiting patients, seeing the patient through the trial, performing study assessments and ensuring data is reported accurately and on time. You will work closely with a variety of healthcare professionals and teams so excellent communication skills are essential, as is attention to detail. You will need to be able to manage your own workload but also work as part of a team.
Person Specification
BACKGROUND/ EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience in clinical research/clinical trials
Desirable
- Experience of leadership
- Experience of education and training
- Experience in developing guidelines and protocols
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- First level registration
- Computer literate
- BLS qualification
Desirable
- Research qualification
- Post registration qualification
SKILLS / APTITUDES
Essential
- Understanding of research methods
- Ability to self manage
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrable commitment to personal and professional development
- Good presentation skills
- Able to work individually or as a team player
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work flexible hours and travel around Thames Valley and South Midlands Clinical Research Network
- Holds a UK driving licence
Person Specification
BACKGROUND/ EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience in clinical research/clinical trials
Desirable
- Experience of leadership
- Experience of education and training
- Experience in developing guidelines and protocols
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- First level registration
- Computer literate
- BLS qualification
Desirable
- Research qualification
- Post registration qualification
SKILLS / APTITUDES
Essential
- Understanding of research methods
- Ability to self manage
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrable commitment to personal and professional development
- Good presentation skills
- Able to work individually or as a team player
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work flexible hours and travel around Thames Valley and South Midlands Clinical Research Network
- Holds a UK driving licence
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).
