Research nurse

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Practice and Research

The post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which:

Manage workload and co-ordinate allocated clinical trials and research studies together with clinicians and research nurses

Recruit patients from Gastroenterology clinics and other care settings to the appropriate clinical trials and conduct their follow up when required

Manage patients care throughout their time in their study whilst evaluating and reporting accurately to senior clinicians and trial sponsors.

Respond to trial queries that are raised in the electronic data capture software by the sponsor within a timely and professional manner

Practice in compliance with their code of professional conduct, being responsible and accountable for their decisions, actions, or omissions

Utilise effective communication skills through a variety of methods, supporting participants in decision 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 patient records as required

Provide and receive highly sensitive, complex or contentious information relating to participant involvement and care, and communicates information to participants, families or carers with respect, compassion and empathy

Able to competently perform a range of clinical procedures as required as part of the research protocol, ensuring accurate data capture. These include but are not limited to taking blood and carrying out minor laboratory procedures as required by relevant study protocol (eg: sample preparation and centrifugation) following appropriate training, and administration of intravenous therapies to trial patients within the unit, in accordance with OUH and clinical trial protocols

Adhere to the NMC Codes of Conduct, Scope of Professional Practice and Good Clinical Practice at all times

Participate in and ensure compliance with Informed Consent Procedures, acting within boundaries 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 and completion of feasibility requests, as required

Ensure all necessary regulatory approvals are in place prior to approaching potential study participants

Work within the limits of the approved protocol and any approved amendments

Leadership and Management

The research nurse post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which:

Initiates and develops effective relationships, fostering clarity of the research nurse role within teams, to encourage productive and efficient working practices

Act as a role model for excellence in clinical research delivery & demonstrate the values of the OUHFT, including a person-centred approach to care

Provide line management and mentorship where appropriate to junior colleagues

Support learners/students on placement within the team

Contribute to the research team and service development as required

Promote research to potential participants and colleagues within the Trust and other partners

Support the development and implementation of local standard operating policies and procedures

Remain adaptable to change, continually developing own practice

Participate in clinical & research governance reporting and participate, as required, in the investigation of clinical & research incidents

Recognise the critical importance of wellbeing in self and others, seeking to identify and manage stressors or pressures to promote health and wellbeing

Education

The research nurse post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which:

Address own CPD learning needs as research delivery nurse, working to a personal development plan that reflects the needs of the individual and clinical research delivery service

Critically reflects to maximise clinical & research delivery skills and knowledge development

Engage with performance reviews and appraisal processes, as required

Engage with training and education opportunities across both research delivery, leadership and clinical speciality. This may include conferences, study days, and investigators meetings

Improving Quality and Developing Practice

The research nurse post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which:

Report all Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events in line with ICH-GCP, ISO 14155 and OUH NHS Trust Adverse Events Reporting policy

Promote the value of clinical research to potential participants, the public and NHS colleagues

Participate in dissemination of research results locally and nationally as appropriate

Represent participants and clinical research delivery staff in the development and review of research protocols, ensuring the protocols are deliverable, as appropriate

Promote and take part in PPI engagement in research design and dissemination

Seek to publish new findings and best practice in Trust communications, meetings, conferences and journal articles where appropriate

Understand the professional and current issues related to clinical research and area of practice

Participate in audits and inspections to inform own and others practice, helping to formulate and implement strategies to act on key learnings and making improvements

Actively seeks feedback from individuals, families, carers and colleagues to inform own development and/or service developments in practice

Person Specification

Qualifications & experience

Essential

• UK recognised first level degree (HEI Level 6), in Nursing or specialist nursing field in clinical trials research
• Registered Nurse (Part 1. 8. 12 or 15 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Register depending on area of practice)
• Clinical nursing experience
• Experience of working with Microsoft Office packages

Desirable

• Experience in clinical trials research
• Good Clinical Practice training
• Experience of working with research databases

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

CTU level 5, Headley Way, Headington

Oxford

OX3 9DU

Employer's website

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