Job summary
We are currently looking for a dynamic individual to join our team as a Clinical Research Delivery Nurse. This role involves working on the SARS-CoV-2 Controlled Human Infection Model (CHIM) studies under the leadership of Professor Helen McShane at the University of Oxford. The studies are conducted at the Experimental Medicine Clinical Research Facility (EMCRF), a five-bed unit that facilitates multiple research trials and is part of a collaboration between the OUH-NHS Trust and the University of Oxford.
The ideal candidate should be able to adapt, prioritise, and manage changing demands, demonstrate self-motivation with strong problem-solving skills, exhibit enthusiasm for working independently and within a multidisciplinary team, and have a keen interest in professional and service development.
We offer a friendly and supportive environment, providing opportunities for professional and personal development and support for enhancing skill development.
The working pattern entails long days, nights, and weekends during the quarantine cycle, with the flexibility to be redeployed during study downtime.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory occupational health assessments and SARS-CoV-2 vaccination as a condition of employment (VCOD).
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities will include managing an allocated portfolio of studies and study participants, coordinating shifts, planning, scheduling, conducting research-specific tasks, performing screening and follow-up visits, ensuring accurate data entry, and providing nursing care for participants in quarantine. For more details, please see the Job Description.
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis 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.
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
Main Tasks and ResponsibilitiesClinical ResearchThe post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which Be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of participant careduring participation in clinical research visits. Manage workload and co-ordinate allocated clinical trials and research studies Assessing, planning & implementing care for clinical trial participants during research visits Practice in compliance with their code of professional conduct, being responsible andaccountable for their decisions, actions, or omissions. Utilise effective communication skills through a variety of methods, supporting participants indecision making in relation to clinical trial and study entry and participation. Utilise effective communication skills with colleagues both internally and/or externally, in verbal,non-verbal and written communication methods, adapting to changing parameters as required,which includes thorough accurate documentation in participants records as required Provide and receive highly sensitive, complex or contentious information relating to participantinvolvement and care, and communicates information to participants, families or carers withrespect, compassion and empathy Able to competently perform a range of clinical procedures as required as part of the researchprotocol, ensuring accurate data capture. Including: assisting with SARS-CoV-2 inoculations;collection, preparation and processing of biological samples; caring for and managing quarantineparticipants; assisting with participant pre-screening and screenings procedures; conductingClinical service lead:Research Matron (UO)Learning, Respect, Delivery, Excellence, Compassion, ImprovementResearch Nurse JD (DEC 2022)study follow-up visits Participate in and ensure compliance with Informed Consent Procedures, acting withinboundaries of own competency, research regulation and Trust policies/SOPs. Use own professional judgment identifying when to escalate and seek senior support/guidance Support the research team with all administrative tasks, including study set up includingcompletion of feasibility requests, as required Ensure all necessary regulatory approvals are in place prior to approaching potential studyparticipants Work within the limits of the approved protocol and any approved amendments
For more details, please see the Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Tasks and ResponsibilitiesClinical ResearchThe post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which Be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of participant careduring participation in clinical research visits. Manage workload and co-ordinate allocated clinical trials and research studies Assessing, planning & implementing care for clinical trial participants during research visits Practice in compliance with their code of professional conduct, being responsible andaccountable for their decisions, actions, or omissions. Utilise effective communication skills through a variety of methods, supporting participants indecision making in relation to clinical trial and study entry and participation. Utilise effective communication skills with colleagues both internally and/or externally, in verbal,non-verbal and written communication methods, adapting to changing parameters as required,which includes thorough accurate documentation in participants records as required Provide and receive highly sensitive, complex or contentious information relating to participantinvolvement and care, and communicates information to participants, families or carers withrespect, compassion and empathy Able to competently perform a range of clinical procedures as required as part of the researchprotocol, ensuring accurate data capture. Including: assisting with SARS-CoV-2 inoculations;collection, preparation and processing of biological samples; caring for and managing quarantineparticipants; assisting with participant pre-screening and screenings procedures; conductingClinical service lead:Research Matron (UO)Learning, Respect, Delivery, Excellence, Compassion, ImprovementResearch Nurse JD (DEC 2022)study follow-up visits Participate in and ensure compliance with Informed Consent Procedures, acting withinboundaries of own competency, research regulation and Trust policies/SOPs. Use own professional judgment identifying when to escalate and seek senior support/guidance Support the research team with all administrative tasks, including study set up includingcompletion of feasibility requests, as required Ensure all necessary regulatory approvals are in place prior to approaching potential studyparticipants Work within the limits of the approved protocol and any approved amendments
For more details, please see the Job Description.
Person Specification
EC
Essential
- Fluency in Language written and spoken
- Min 2 years of experience post-registration
- evidence of continuing professional development
- evidence of teamwork / leadership role / people skills
- Excellent communication skills, people skills and ability to deliver compassionate excellence is evident
Desirable
- GCP, HTA, GDPR
- Database and computer skills
- Evidence of service improvement / evaluation
Person Specification
EC
Essential
- Fluency in Language written and spoken
- Min 2 years of experience post-registration
- evidence of continuing professional development
- evidence of teamwork / leadership role / people skills
- Excellent communication skills, people skills and ability to deliver compassionate excellence is evident
Desirable
- GCP, HTA, GDPR
- Database and computer skills
- Evidence of service improvement / evaluation
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).
